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Shelby Gibson

Quebeck,TN

Summary

Dedicated Veterinary Assistant with experience at Sparta Road Veterinary Clinic, excelling in surgical support and patient care. Proficient in medication administration and anesthesia monitoring, I effectively enhanced recovery outcomes while ensuring animal safety. My strong client communication and organizational skills fostered a compassionate environment, contributing to improved operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level veterinary assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veterinary Assistant/Surgical Technician

Veternarian
06.2024 - 12.2025
  • Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures to ensure optimal patient care.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed, enhancing recovery outcomes for patients.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in exam rooms and surgical areas, supporting a hygienic environment.
  • Monitored vital signs and behavior of animals, providing critical information to veterinary staff.
  • Educated pet owners on post-operative care and preventive health measures to improve compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes, increasing operational efficiency.
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
  • Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
  • Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
  • Managed kennel duties responsibly ensuring cleanliness comfort safety nutrition hydration exercise monitoring recovering boarding animals.
  • Implemented proper sterilization procedures to maintain a sanitary work environment and prevent cross-contamination risks.
  • Contributed teamwork flexibility adaptability willingness learn new skills support colleagues achieve practice goals objectives.
  • Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
  • Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Assisted veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures, ensuring smooth operation of the veterinary clinic.
  • Prepared animals for surgery, including pre-operative care and post-operative monitoring.

Education

Associate of Science - Veterinary Science

Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA
01-2027

Skills

  • Client communication
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Patient restraint
  • Animal safety
  • Medication administration
  • Euthanasia assistance
  • Sample collection
  • Vaccine administration
  • Sanitation protocols
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Post operative care
  • Surgical procedures and support
  • Intravenous catheterization
  • Surgical assistance
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • Active listening
  • Organizational skills
  • Prescription filling
  • Basic animal care

Certification

OSHA Certified.

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant/Surgical Technician

Veternarian
06.2024 - 12.2025

Associate of Science - Veterinary Science

Penn Foster Career School
Shelby Gibson