I would consider myself to be a dependable employee with experience
in animal care and clinical support in veterinary settings, who utilizes skills in assisting with medical procedures and maintaining patient records and with a knowledge of animal handling and client communication to ensure a smooth operation and excellent care for the patient. I also am highly organized and work well in team environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Hickory Veterinary Hospital
Chesapeake, VA
02.2024 - Current
Assisted veterinarians during examinations, vaccinations, diagnostic procedures and treatment plans, ensuring animal comfort and compliance with protocols.
Knowledgeable on how to disinfect exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Educated pet owners on proper care, vaccination schedules, and preventive measures.
Can provide compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
Assisted with doctor-client communication, has provided clear instructions for at-home care and medication administration to clients
Maintained medical records and documentation accurately, recording patient histories and treatment plans.
Assisted with clinic operations using forward booking, efficiently scheduling appointments and managing veterinarian calendars.
Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
Crew Member
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Chesapeake, VA
07.2019 - 08.2023
Processed cash and credit card payments, promptly returning receipts, coin, bills and payment cards to customers.
Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items.
Kept up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges.
Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
Tailored orders to address customer allergies and gluten concerns.
Wiped down tables and equipment, swept and refilled stock.
Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
Checked expiration dates on all products before serving them to customers.
Interacted pleasantly with guests to deliver quality customer service.
Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
Volunteer
808 Equine Horse Rescue
Oahu, HI
06.2017 - 06.2018
Assisted with veterinarians to evaluate health needs and treatment plans for rescued horses and other livestock.
Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
Kept animals healthy and socialized by providing regular exercises and walks.
Cleaned and sanitized barn stalls and living areas to promote health and wellbeing.
Provided companionship and comfort to animals in need of extra love and attention.
Improved animal well-being by providing daily care, including feeding, grooming, and exercising.
Contributed to a positive shelter environment with thorough cleaning and sanitation of animal enclosures.
Monitored health of animals, reporting any issues to shelter staff for resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Preveterinary Medicine
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.2028
Skills
Client communication/education
Cleaning and sanitizing
Basic animal safety/restraint/handling
Sample collection and basic diagnostic procedures (including radiographic imaging)
Euthanasia assistance
Medical record-keeping
Basic knowledge of commonly used medications and preventative medicine
Basic surgical procedure setup and support
Written and verbal communication
Team building
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Hickory Veterinary Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Crew Member
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
07.2019 - 08.2023
Volunteer
808 Equine Horse Rescue
06.2017 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Preveterinary Medicine