Tara Auldridge
Godley,TX
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Assistant with experience at Equine Sports Medicine & Surgery, Inc., skilled in medication administration and client communication. Proven ability to enhance patient care efficiency and maintain accurate medical records. Committed to animal safety and fostering teamwork, ensuring high standards in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Equine Sports Medicine & Surgery, Inc.
Weatherford, Tx
07.2016 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in performing routine examinations and administering medications.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to the veterinary team.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Supported diagnostics by collecting samples for laboratory testing accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization within the clinic environment to promote safety.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency in patient care processes.
- 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.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Ran basic bloodwork such as CBC/Chem 12’s, SAA’s, fibrinogens, IgGs etc
- Collected and sent out samples to outside laboratories
- Created the on call schedule for all ICU technicians
Education
Certification - Certification of Veterinary Assistance
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX07.2016
Associate of Arts -
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX05.2015
Skills
Client communication
Cleaning and sanitizing
Patient restraint
Animal safety
Medication administration
Appointment scheduling
Sample collection
Euthanasia assistance
Vaccine administration
Laboratory procedures
Sanitation protocols
Medical record-keeping
Diagnostic imaging
Client education
Emergency and preventive care
Post operative care
Veterinary terminology
Pharmacy inventory
Intravenous catheterization
Patient flow management
Physical examinations
Procedure support
Lab operations
Animal restraint
Multitasking
Attention to detail
Active listening
Excellent communication
Problem-solving
Organizational skills
Wound care
Customer service
Time management
Certification
Animal Hyperbaric Chamber Certification
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Equine Sports Medicine & Surgery, Inc.
07.2016 - Current
Certification - Certification of Veterinary Assistance
Weatherford College
Associate of Arts -
Weatherford College