Stefanie Scott, DVM
Lancaster,SC
Summary
Skilled Associate Veterinarian with a proven track record at Compassionate Care Veterinary Hospital, excelling in canine and feline health, client education, and staff training. Demonstrated expertise in preventative medicine, acute and chronic illness and injury management, and nutritional and behavioral counseling, enhancing pet well-being and owner satisfaction. Renowned for compassionate, fear-free care and innovative treatment plans, significantly improving patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Veterinarian
Compassionate Care Veterinary Hospital
07.2017 - Current
- Performed fear-free physical exams, diagnostic procedures, and treatments to canine and feline patients seen on a scheduled and emergency basis
- Implemented fear-free and feline friendly practices which increased patient comfort and client satisfaction
- Provided wellness services such as vaccinations, routine lab work, and prescribed preventative medicines
- Formulated diagnostic plans, interpreted results, and diagnosed illnesses and injuries
- Implemented treatment plans for sick and injured patients
- Provided acupuncture (dry needling) to canine and feline patients
- Formulated nutritional plans and educated owners on proper nutrition and exercise regimens to promote long-term wellness
- Assessed and formulated treatment plans for patients with behavioral concerns including aggression, fear, anxiety, and house soiling; prescribed necessary medication and developed behavior modification plans; counseled owners of pets with behavioral concerns in order to foster the human-animal bond
- Focused on client education during both wellness visits and visits for illnesses or injuries to improve client understanding which contributed to patient overall well-being
- Advised clients on end-of-life care, providing compassionate support during emotionally challenging times
- Developed client relationships by providing compassionate care, building trust in the practice's service
- Attracted new clients through word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied clients
- Assisted with human resources responsibilities such as design of training programs, provided staff continuing education, made work schedules, and counseled employees on professional matters which increased employee satisfaction, productivity, and retention
Veterinary Assistant
Compassionate Care Veterinary Hospital
05.2011 - 08.2015
- Provided assistance to veterinarians and nurses
- Restrained canine and feline patients during physical exams, diagnostic procedures, and treatments
- Performed venipuncture to collect blood for diagnostic testing, performed urine and fecal sample collection including participating in cystocentesis, and performed laboratory testing using these samples; collected skin and ear cytology samples; prepared cytological slides for veterinarian review
- Placed intravenous catheters
- Monitored anesthesia during surgical procedures
- Educated clients and discharged patients
- Trimmed nails, bathed pets, expressed anal glands, cleaned ears
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL01-2027
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC06.2016
Master of Science -
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC05.2008
Skills
- Canine and feline health issues
- Client communication and education
- Preventative medicine
- Illness and injury assessment and treatment
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Internal medicine
- Nutritional counseling
- Behavioral counseling
- End-of-life care
- Positive pet interactions
- Staff Education
Certification
- Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarian, IAAHPC - in progress
- Veterinary Medical Acupuncturist, CuraCore - 2022
- Feline Friendly Practitioner, AAFP - 2020
Timeline
Associate Veterinarian
Compassionate Care Veterinary Hospital
07.2017 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Compassionate Care Veterinary Hospital
05.2011 - 08.2015
- Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarian, IAAHPC - in progress
- Veterinary Medical Acupuncturist, CuraCore - 2022
- Feline Friendly Practitioner, AAFP - 2020
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Northwestern University
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
North Carolina State University
Master of Science -
Winthrop University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Winthrop University
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