Passionate about animal rescue, shelter operations, and foster volunteering—including dog fostering, socialization, basic training, intake, and enrichment activities Actively seeking opportunities to grow within veterinary medicine, expand clinical competencies, and advance long-term career goals Fully open to nationwide relocation for the right veterinary assistant opportunity
Savannah Huber
Lebanon,OH
Summary
Detail-oriented and compassionate Veterinary Assistant with extensive hands-on experience in patient examinations, surgical assistance, diagnostic testing, and meticulous medical record keeping. Committed to expanding clinical skills and contributing to a progressive practice that prioritizes animal welfare. Demonstrates strong capabilities in animal handling, restraint, and post-operative care, with a willingness to relocate nationwide for the right opportunity. Proactive team player dedicated to providing exceptional support in veterinary care and enhancing the overall patient experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Ranch Operations Leader
Heaven's Desire Animal Assisted Psychotherapy
Middletown, OH
02.2026 - Current
- Administer daily feeding and medication to farm animals, adhering strictly to established care protocols.
- Maintain meticulously clean and safe barns and pastures to ensure optimal animal health, comfort, and welfare.
- Monitor animal behavior and daily activities, promptly reporting any health or behavioral anomalies to supervisors.
- Guide volunteers in performing routine barn duties and animal care tasks.
- Educate visitors and youth groups on essential animal care practices, behavior, and welfare.
- Contribute to youth and teen summer camp programs by facilitating animal care and ranch operations.
Pet Sitter
Rover
Lebanon, OH
01.2026 - Current
- Provide overnight pet sitting services for dogs and cats in clients' homes, executing all owner-provided instructions.
- Sustain open and healthy communication channels with clients regarding their pets' well-being.
- Conduct dog walks as per pet parent requests and schedules.
- Perform drop-in visits to ensure pets' needs are met according to client requirements.
- Offer additional stimulation and engagement based on individual pet needs.
Veterinary Assistant
Self-Creek Veterinary Clinic
Starkville, MS
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Supported the Veterinarian and veterinary technicians by assisting during patient examinations, medical appointments, and surgical procedures.
- Executed blood draws and administered vaccinations to canine and feline patients.
- Performed diagnostic tests, including fecal, heartworm, and parvovirus analyses, meticulously documenting all results.
- Maintained precise patient medical records and detailed treatment documentation.
- Effectively restrained animals during examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Provided attentive post-operative monitoring and kennel care to facilitate patient recovery.
- Contributed to front-office efficiency by managing client check-in/check-out processes and handling multi-line telephone communications.
Animal Caretaker
Cedarhill Animal Sanctuary
Caledonia, MS
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided daily feeding, administered medications, and conducted wellness checks for resident dogs.
- Ensured sanitary animal housing environments through consistent cleaning and disinfection routines.
- Observed animal behavior patterns and proactively reported any potential health concerns to supervisory staff.
- Engaged animals in exercise and socialization activities to promote enrichment, positive behavioral development, and overall well-being.
Shift Lead / Animal Care Attendant
The Dawg House Playground & Salon
Starkville, MS
03.2021 - 01.2024
- Oversaw supervised group play sessions and conducted temperament evaluations to ensure safe and harmonious animal interactions.
- Administered medications precisely according to owner-provided instructions.
- Performed bathing and grooming services for dogs and cats, adhering to appropriate animal-handling best practices.
- Maintained immaculate cleanliness and sanitation in play areas, kennels, and all animal care spaces.
- Processed customer payments efficiently and delivered exceptional client service.
- Supported daily operational workflows and contributed to maintaining a secure and organized environment for both animals and staff.
Animal Care Assistant
Oktibbeha County Humane Society
Starkville, MS
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Assisted the veterinarian with examinations, administered vaccinations, and provided treatments for animals.
- Dispensed medications and closely monitored animals for any changes in health status or condition.
- Facilitated positive meet-and-greet interactions between adoptable animals and prospective adopters.
- Maintained clean kennels and upheld humane housing and animal welfare standards.
Barn Hand
Barn of Warren County
Lebanon, OH
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Executed daily feeding and turnout routines for horses as per established care schedules.
- Cleaned stalls and maintained sanitary, secure barn facilities.
- Supported general stable operations and performed routine horse care tasks.
Customer Service Associate
Anthony's Cleaners
Evendale, OH
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Operated the cash register and accurately processed customer transactions.
- Organized inventory and ensured a tidy, professional appearance of the front-of-store area.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and supported daily store operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Sciences / Pre-Veterinary Focus
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH08-2026
No Degree - Veterinary Medicine And General Studies
Mississippi State University
Starkville01-2021
No Degree - American Sign Language
Sinclair Community College
Dayton01-2018
Skills
- Animal care
- Animal handling
- Animal restraint and patient handling
- Behavior monitoring
- Venipuncture skills
- Vaccine administration
- Diagnostic testing
- Surgical assistance
- Post-operative care
- Medical documentation
- Kennel sanitation
- Ranch management practices
- Front desk operations
- Client support
- Record organization
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Creative solutions
- American Sign Language
Interests
AWARDS
American Sign Language Honors Society, Princeton Music Boosters, National Junior Honor Society, Girl Scouts Bronze Award, Girl Scouts Silver Award.
Timeline
Ranch Operations Leader
Heaven's Desire Animal Assisted Psychotherapy
02.2026 - Current
Pet Sitter
Rover
01.2026 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Self-Creek Veterinary Clinic
02.2024 - 07.2024
Animal Caretaker
Cedarhill Animal Sanctuary
10.2023 - 07.2024
Shift Lead / Animal Care Attendant
The Dawg House Playground & Salon
03.2021 - 01.2024
Animal Care Assistant
Oktibbeha County Humane Society
08.2020 - 11.2021
Barn Hand
Barn of Warren County
05.2019 - 08.2020
Customer Service Associate
Anthony's Cleaners
02.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Animal Sciences / Pre-Veterinary Focus
University of Cincinnati
No Degree - Veterinary Medicine And General Studies
Mississippi State University
No Degree - American Sign Language
Sinclair Community College