Shayla Gale
Wellhaven Pet Health/AllPets Animal Hospital
Minneapolis,Minnesota
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Compassionate healthcare professional with a background in veterinary nursing, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
1 Year 1 Month- Full time 40 hours per week
- Assist veterinarians in physical exams, diagnostics, and medical treatments
- Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and fluid administration
- Administer medications, vaccinations, and prescribed treatments
- Monitor anesthesia and assist in surgical procedures
- Conduct dental prophylaxis, including scaling and polishing
- Take radiographs (X-rays) based on veterinarian instructions
- Collect and process laboratory samples (blood, urine, feces, cytology)
- Maintain accurate patient records and medical history documentation
- Educated pet owners on preventive care, post-surgical care, and treatment plans, enhancing understanding and compliance
- Assisted in emergency situations, providing stabilization and critical care support to ensure patient safety
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and pharmaceuticals, ensuring availability for optimal patient care
- Train and mentor veterinary assistants
Veterinary Assistant
1 Year 2 Months- Full time 40 hours per week
- Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
- Report patient signalment, problem list and plan during nursing rounds.
- Understand classification of commonly used medications, associated side effects and appropriately monitors therapeutic response.
- Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
- Perform phlebotomy.
- Perform physical exam; accurately counts heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate and effort.
- Possess a working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.
- Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrate proficiency in designated role as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.
Ophthalmology Assistant
3 Years 8 Months- Full time 40 hours per week
- Oversaw cleaning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of ophthalmic instruments to ensure optimal functionality.
- Administered topical anesthetics to patients before treatments or surgeries.
- Prepared exam rooms by stocking supplies and setting up the necessary equipment.
- Conducted comprehensive patient histories, including visual acuity and keratometry measurements.
- Coordinated follow-up appointments with specialists.
- Processed patient prescriptions and scheduled subsequent appointments.
- Responded to patient inquiries regarding care plans promptly.
- Conducted comprehensive patient histories, including visual acuity
- Operated diagnostic equipment, including tonometers and autorefractors, maintaining precision in testing results.
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical assistance
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Patient nursing care
- Laboratory diagnostics
- Digital radiography
- Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
Advanced Imaging Technologist
3 Years 7 Months- Full time 40 hours per week
- Recommended equipment updates based on current radiologic technology knowledge to enhance imaging capabilities.
- Collaborated with various departments to optimize patient scheduling and improve workflow efficiency.
- Executed patient positioning along with proper shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure.
- Prepared and administered contrast agents and anesthetics under the guidance of radiologists.
- Trained new personnel on imaging technology operation and safety standards to ensure compliance and quality care.
- Facilitated training for new personnel on imaging technology operation and safety standards.
- Ensured efficient patient scheduling through collaboration with various departments.
- Provided leadership with recommendations on equipment updates based on current radiologic technology knowledge.
Emergency Veterinary Assistant
3 Years 7 Months- Delivered exceptional customer service and support to pet owners while ensuring quality animal care.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals to ensure health stability.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment to support accurate diagnostics and enhance patient care.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment for accurate diagnostics.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms to ensure availability of supplies and minimize risk of disease transmission.
- Assisted veterinarians during emergency procedures, ensuring timely and effective patient care.
- Managed critical triage assessments for incoming patients, prioritizing medical attention based on severity.
- Monitored vital signs and provided supportive care to critically ill animals in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted veterinarians and technicians with exams, procedures and x-rays.
- Provided quality post-operative care including wound management, pain control measures and regular assessment updates.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests, including urinalysis, microbiology cultures, and hematology, to assist in timely diagnosis and treatment.
- Provided comprehensive patient care instructions to pet owners for effective home care.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms to maintain sufficient supplies and prevent disease spread.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Patient nursing care
- Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
Veterinary Assistant
2 Years 3 Months- Full time 40 hours per week
- Streamlined front office operations, enhancing customer service and efficiency in appointment scheduling, billing, and administrative tasks.
- Greeted clients and pets upon clinic arrival to ensure a welcoming experience.
- Registered patients upon arrival for appointments upon arrival for appointments with veterinary staff.
- Coordinated follow-up visits for pets requiring additional treatments or checkups, ensuring continuity of care.
- Processed client payments via cash, credit card, and checks.
- Oversaw office phone communications, including checking voicemail and directing messages to staff members.
- Welcomed clients and pets upon clinic arrival, fostering a positive atmosphere for visits.
- Collected faxes from incoming transmissions and uploaded documents to patient charts to support clinical operations.
- Monitor animals before, during, and after appointments
- Maintain accurate medical records for each patient.
- Provide compassionate care to animals and their owners
- Assist veterinarians in providing medical care to animals.
- Perform various laboratory tests and procedures.
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian.
- Handle and restrain animals during examinations and procedures.
Education
High School Diploma
Associate of Science - Veterinary Science
Skills
Phlebotomy skills
Medication administration
Injection techniques
Vaccinations
Surgical preparation
Anesthesia monitoring
Dental procedures
Anal sac expression
IV
IM
SubQ injections
Medical history collection
Diagnostic imaging
Client education
Euthanasia
Certification
- BLS and ALS Certified
- Fear Free Certfifed
References
References available upon request.
Education and Training
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Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Wellhaven Pet Health/AllPets Animal Hospital
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Veterinary Assistant
Allied Emergency Services
02.2024 - 04.2025Read More
Ophthalmology Assistant
BluePearl
06.2020 - 02.2024Read More
Advanced Imaging Technologist
BluePearl
06.2020 - 01.2024Read More
Emergency Veterinary Assistant
BluePearl
06.2020 - 01.2024Read More
Veterinary Assistant
Bloomingpaws
03.2018 - 06.2020Read More
Bloomington High School South
High School Diploma
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Penn Foster (Currently Enrolled)
Associate of Science from Veterinary Science
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