SARA MCCUNN
Sneads Ferry,USA
Summary
Knowledgeable veterinary assistant with solid foundation in animal care and clinical assistance. Supported veterinary procedures and maintained high standards of patient care. Demonstrated expertise in animal handling, medical record-keeping and client communication. Well organized, self-motivated about successful strategies for managing fast paced work environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Swansboro Animal Hospital Emergency and Trauma Center
Swansboro, NC
12.2025 - Current
- Prepared and maintained medical equipment for surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient vitals during examinations, ensuring proper care protocols were followed.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
Veterinary Assistant
TRUSS Vet - Veterinary Urgent Care
Wilmington, NC
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in diagnosing and treating urgent care cases.
- Educated pet owners on post-treatment care and medication administration.
- Coordinated with team to streamline patient intake processes, enhancing service efficiency.
- Assisted in the administration of medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
- Prepped patients for sedated procedures as well and pre/post-operative monitoring.
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Charleston Veterinary Staffing Solutions
Charleston, SC
07.2024 - 01.2026
- Quickly adapted to new environments and collaborated with team members to provide efficiency on the floor and patient care.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Bluffton Veterinary Clinic
Bluffton, SC
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Help mentored other assistant level staff.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
Veterinary Technician/Advanced Assistant
New River Veterinary Specialists
Hardeeville, SC
06.2022 - 03.2025
- Helped navigate team members with triaging patients, working on diagnostics for outpatients
- Helped train new employees on the hospital workflow, reviewed hospital protocols and patient care
- Enhanced patient care by implementing efficient workflow processes and maintaining a clean, organized work environment
- Help assist the reception staff with checking in/checking out patients
- Improved client relationships by addressing concerns promptly, offering helpful advice, and ensuring clear communication between clients and the veterinary team
- Assisted veterinarians with surgical procedures, ensuring accurate preparation of instruments, medication administration, and post-operative care.
- Lead experience in ER during overnight & swing shifts
- Rotating schedule to help in ICU handling critical cases as well as continuing education to further my nurse skill set
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Coastal Veterinary Clinic
Bluffton, SC
10.2016 - 05.2022
- Helped doctors with scheduled appointments
- Assisted in surgery
- Prepared vaccines for the morning
- Packaged lab samples
- Answered phone calls, created appointments, checked in/checked out patients
- Followed a daily cleaning list for designated areas of the hospital.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Carolina Veterinary Critical Care
Bluffton, SC
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted veterinarians in providing medical care to animals, including administering medications and vaccinations.
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing instruments, setting up equipment and providing support as needed.
- Dispensed prescription medications according to written instructions from veterinarians or pharmacists.
- Processed payments from clients at the end of appointments using cash registers or computerized systems.
- Performed basic nursing duties such as cleaning wounds, changing bandages and monitoring post-surgical recovery progress.
Kennel Worker
Brooke's Bed & Biscuit
Bluffton, SC
02.2016 - 08.2017
- Prepared meals for the boarding animals during feeding times
- Dispensed appropriate medications
- Walked boarding dogs and monitored play times
- Scheduled new boarding reservations and answered phone calls
- Bathed & groomed pets for departures
- Cleaned dirty kennels from dogs, to cats, to guinea pigs, to birds.
Restaurant Hostess
Old Oyster Factory
Hilton Head Island, SC
01.2010 - 08.2013
- Supported servers and bussers through high-volume shifts with food running and table clearing.
- Greeted customers promptly and courteously upon their arrival to the restaurant.
- Maintained a professional appearance at all times while adhering to the dress code policy.
- Managed the seating chart efficiently by rotating tables as needed during busy periods.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up dining areas, restocking supplies, checking restrooms for cleanliness.
- Engaged with guests to maximize satisfaction with food and service.
Education
High School Diploma - Biology - Pre Vet
USCB
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Hilton Head Island High School
Skills
- NG tube placement
- Laboratory Testing
- Intramuscular Injection
- Canine and Feline Intubation
- General Anesthesia Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Preforming Radiographs
- Surgical Assistance
- Patient Monitoring
- Wound Management
- Emergency Care
- Intravenous Catheterization
- Venipuncture
- Euthanasia assistance
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Swansboro Animal Hospital Emergency and Trauma Center
12.2025 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
TRUSS Vet - Veterinary Urgent Care
08.2025 - Current
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Bluffton Veterinary Clinic
03.2025 - 07.2025
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Charleston Veterinary Staffing Solutions
07.2024 - 01.2026
Veterinary Technician/Advanced Assistant
New River Veterinary Specialists
06.2022 - 03.2025
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Carolina Veterinary Critical Care
02.2021 - 04.2022
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Coastal Veterinary Clinic
10.2016 - 05.2022
Kennel Worker
Brooke's Bed & Biscuit
02.2016 - 08.2017
Restaurant Hostess
Old Oyster Factory
01.2010 - 08.2013
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Hilton Head Island High School
High School Diploma - Biology - Pre Vet
USCB