Sarah Ivey
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Experienced veterinarian assistant with a strong background in veterinary science and animal handling. Highly motivated and well-organized, adept at thriving in high-pressure situations and collaborating effectively within team environments. Demonstrated expertise in providing exceptional care to animals, ensuring their well-being and comfort. Committed to maintaining a clean and safe environment while consistently delivering compassionate and attentive service to both animals and their owners.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Wolftever Pet Wellness Group
Chattanooga
01.2023 - Current
- Proficient in animal restraint, working with all temperaments
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical suite/equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors
- Administered oral/injectable medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by autoclave
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services and outlined estimates
- Triaged patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs, ultrasounds, and dental work
- Place IV catheters, anesthetize patients, constant monitoring of patients under anesthesia and after, documented in surgery logs
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet clinics needs
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions
Veterinary Assistant
Petvet Wellness Center
Fort Oglethorpe, GA
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided customer support to clients such as reception work, educating clients and addressing concerns about their pets
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment
- Administered medications (oral/injectable)
- Collected and prepared urine/fecal samples for outside laboratory analysis
- Administered vaccines and drew blood for yearly packages
Kennel Technician/Receptionist/Dog Bather
PetQuest Spa And Hotel
Chattanooga, TN
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating hazards
- Mixed and administered special food formulas/medications to individual animals based on dietary needs
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs
- Washed, trimmed, blow dried and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards
- Answered phone calls/emails for scheduling appointments
Vet Assistant/Animal Caretaker
Northgate Animal Hospital
Chattanooga, TN
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Monitored animal health to quickly recognize signs of illness and injury, seeking necessary medical attention
- Documented observations of animal behavior and physical condition to track health and progress
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition
- Protected animals from care errors by maintaining clear and secure tags
- Kept kennels, play yards, and grooming areas clean
- File paperwork and call owners to update them on their pets stay
- Walk dogs multiple times a day, daily playtime for each and every one
Education
Associate of Applied Science - General Associates
Chattanooga State Community College
Chattanooga, TN05.2026
High School Diploma -
Hixson High School
Hixson, TN12.2021
Skills
- Triage
- Administering First Aid
- Reception Work
- Compassion For Owners And Their Pets
- Thrives Under Pressure
- IV Placement/Fluid Administration
- Client Education
- Diagnostic Sampling
- Dental Radiology/scaling
- General Anesthesia Monitoring
- Preventive Care
- Basic grooming
Certification
- Double Certified Veterinarian Assistant through Elanco Veterinary Medical Applications (January- May 2021)
- Certified Veterinarian Assistant through Texas Veterinary Medical Association (September- December 2021)
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Wolftever Pet Wellness Group
01.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Petvet Wellness Center
04.2022 - 01.2023
Kennel Technician/Receptionist/Dog Bather
PetQuest Spa And Hotel
05.2021 - 11.2021
Vet Assistant/Animal Caretaker
Northgate Animal Hospital
11.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Hixson High School
Associate of Applied Science - General Associates
Chattanooga State Community College