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Savannah Hall

Falls Church,VA

Summary

I am a compassionate professional in animal healthcare, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. I am skilled in medication administration, sample collection, and patient monitoring. I excel at communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring optimal care and support in fast-paced environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Mainstay Veterinary Practice
Fairfax, VA
03.2022 - Current
  • Vaccinate canines and felines (patients) according to AAHA, and AAFP guidelines.
  • Restrain patients for treatments and procedures.
  • Draw blood and perform lab work on patients.
  • Obtain sterile urine via cystocentesis on patients.
  • Regularly sanitize cages to maintain hygiene.
  • Educate clients on pet wellness and preventive measures.
  • Calculate in-hospital drug administration dosages.
  • Collect vital signs including heart rate, respiration rate, temperature, weight, and body condition score.
  • Conduct thorough medical history assessments for sick, injured, and healthy patients.
  • Unbox medical equipment, instruments, medications, vaccines, and housekeeping items for quality checks.
  • Utilize Covetrus eVet Practice software efficiently for various clinic functions.
  • Monitor patients under anesthesia for surgical or dental procedures.
  • Extubate patients postoperatively.

Veterinary Receptionist and Assistant

Little River Veterinary Clinic
Fairfax, VA
05.2019 - 02.2022
  • Responded to clients inquiring about sick pets, provide advice on emergency situations, and confirm or schedule appointments.
  • Filed paperwork for hospitalizations, boardings, and procedures.
  • Assisted during procedures, drawing up vaccines, and taking medical histories from clients for both healthy and sick or injured pets.
  • Held pets for restraint when necessary.
  • Bathed and groomed dogs, assisted in nail trims on cats and dogs.
  • Walked dogs, cleaned cages, fed pets in boarding.

Environmental Fellow

Piedmont Environmental Council
Warrenton, VA
06.2020 - 07.2020
  • Attended daily discussions, lectures, and webinars to learn more about the organization and the details of environmental policy, including water law, GIS, transportation, policymaking, and more.
  • I worked with other fellows on small daily or weekly projects, and a final practicum project.
  • I wrote weekly journals about what I learned during the week.
  • Participated in regular team meetings to discuss progress and challenges.
  • Synthesized large amounts of information to support research efforts.
  • Discussed research summaries with project team to monitor progress.
  • Discussed effective research protocols and procedures to minimize errors.

Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center
Boyce, VA
04.2018 - 08.2018
  • Provided care for injured, sick, or orphaned wildlife native to the Blue Ridge region of Virginia.
  • Assisted in holding wildlife patients for necessary feedings, procedures, or cleanings.
  • Administered special diets and medicine to wildlife patients.
  • Created daily meal plans for diverse wildlife based on dietary needs.
  • Handled routine cleanliness tasks including dishwashing and laundry.
  • Led educational activities focusing on wildlife education for children.
  • Followed individualized rehabilitation plans, utilizing evidence-based practice guidelines set by senior staff/DVM.
  • Responded to emergency calls for wildlife rescue and relocation services.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA
05.2021

Skills

  • GIS
  • Leadership
  • Veterinary medicine
  • Medical receptionist
  • Animal care
  • Laboratory experience
  • Animal restraint
  • Kennel experience
  • Veterinary terminology
  • Emergency and preventive care
  • Surgical procedures and support
  • Pre-anesthetic preparation
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Animal nutrition
  • Post operative care
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Euthanasia assistance
  • Radiology techniques

Awards

  • Inclusive Captain Award (Christopher Newport University, 5/1/2020): Recognized for embracing and advocating for human difference, equality, diversity, and inclusion, as well as commitment to provide discussion on inclusivity, equality, and diversity on campus.

Affiliations

  • Particapted in The National Geographic's and The National Park Service's BioBlitz event two years in a row, surveying wild bats near the Potomac River.

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant

Mainstay Veterinary Practice
03.2022 - Current

Environmental Fellow

Piedmont Environmental Council
06.2020 - 07.2020

Veterinary Receptionist and Assistant

Little River Veterinary Clinic
05.2019 - 02.2022

Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern

Blue Ridge Wildlife Center
04.2018 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Christopher Newport University

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