Scarlett West
Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Multitasking Veterinarian Assistant with open availability and offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Animal lover with over 4 years of successfully assisting veterinarians in surgery, treatments, diagnostics, etc. Committed to learning new tasks and considered highly motivated employee. I will be in Myrtle Beach for the summer and I am looking for relief shifts while im in the area!
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
River Road Animal Hospital
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian..
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Emergency And Trauma Hospital
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Monitored sick patients in our ICU and isolation ward
- IV catheter placement
- Administration of fluids and medications
- Triaged incoming patients to determine level of treatment and urgency of care
- Greeted pet owners and performed intakes to go over array of available services, outline costs, and determine special needs of animals while in care
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Setting up and preparing blood smears
- Inputting history and treatments into medical records
Veterinary Assistant
ASPCA Spay Neuter Alliance
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures
- Monitored patients before, during, and after surgery and administered SQ fluids
- High volume intake of shelter animals
- Fear Free restraint techniques
Receptionist/Veterinary Assistant
All Pet Health Care By Noahs
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Greeted incoming visitors and clients professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to appropriate coworkers
- Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
- Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
- Assisted with onboarding new clients and securing paperwork completion.
- Balanced employee availability, customer schedules, and maximum load levels when scheduling appointments.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Helped clients with financial constraints by providing information on Care Credit and Scrachpay
Key Holder
Dollar General
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
- Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and promote long-term loyalty for increased sales.
- Swept and mopped floor, wiped windows and fixtures after closing to maintain organized and tidy store.
- Trained and supervised new employees to apply best practices in customer service and store operations.
- Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.
- Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
- Educated staff on strategies for handling difficult customers and challenging situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shelbyville High School
Shelbyville, IN05.2017
Skills
- Careful Restraint
- Basic Animal Care
- Emergency Situations
- Working Well in High-Pressure Environments
- Pre and post anesthetic preparation and monitoring
- Medical Charting
- Urgent Care
- Sterilize Instruments
- Digital Radiographs
- Subcutaneous and Intravenous Injections
- Collecting and performing all diagnostics
- Endotracheal Tube placement
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
River Road Animal Hospital
10.2022 - 06.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Emergency And Trauma Hospital
02.2022 - 10.2022
Veterinary Assistant
ASPCA Spay Neuter Alliance
01.2021 - 01.2022
Receptionist/Veterinary Assistant
All Pet Health Care By Noahs
06.2019 - 12.2020
Key Holder
Dollar General
01.2018 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Shelbyville High School
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