Tara Law
Veterinarian
Tomball,TX
Summary
Dedicated veterinarian with nine years of experience providing compassionate, thorough, and timely care for companion animals across a wide range of medical needs and levels of urgency. Skilled in clinical assessment, treatment planning, client education, and clear communication, with a strong ability to listen closely to pet owners and translate their concerns into individualized care. Known for building trusting relationships with clients and patients while delivering practical, high-quality medicine with empathy and attention to detail.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospital Medical Leader
Vetco Total Care
Cypress, TX
11.2022 - Current
- Provide high-quality preventive, diagnostic, and medical care for companion animals in a primary care setting, consistently balancing efficiency with individualized patient care.
- Build trust with clients through clear, compassionate communication, translating complex medical information into practical treatment plans and empowering owners to make informed decisions.
- Lead and support veterinary technicians and support staff throughout daily operations, fostering teamwork, maintaining patient safety, and ensuring efficient appointment flow.
- Perform comprehensive physical examinations, interpret diagnostic findings, develop treatment plans, and prescribe appropriate therapies based on evidence-based medicine.
- Manage urgent and same-day medical concerns while maintaining schedule integrity and delivering thorough, client-focused care.
- Mentor technicians and newer veterinarians by promoting collaborative problem-solving, medical excellence, and continuous professional development.
- Drive operational improvements by identifying workflow inefficiencies, refining clinic processes, and helping create a positive, accountable team culture.
- Consistently balance medical quality, client satisfaction, team engagement, and business performance within a fast-paced corporate veterinary practice.
Contract Veterinarian
Petco
Various Locations in NY And TX
07.2019 - Current
- Conducted vaccination clinics to offer vaccination packages and services to pet owners
- Managed approximately 40-50 appointments per day
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Veterinarian
PetIQ
Houston, TX
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care and allergic pets
- Reviewed pet health history, examined animals, conducted tests and prescribed treatments for diagnosed conditions within scope of wellness clinic
- Member of three different sub-committees; utilized Microsoft Teams to deliberate with colleagues on various topics including company marketing, medical protocols, leadership, and case rounds
- Treated approximately 113 animals each month
Contract Veterinarian
PetIQ
Various Locations in NY And TX
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Conducted vaccination clinics to offer vaccination packages and services to pet owners
- Managed approximately 40 walk-in appointments per day
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Proved successful working in fast-paced atmosphere
Regulatory Veterinarian
Fingerlakes Gaming And Racetrack
Farmington, NY
10.2017 - 09.2020
- Performed approximately 20-40 daily examinations of horses to ensure health and fitness to race
- Monitored all races and administered medical care to any horse that needed it
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Intern Veterinarian
Center Veterinary & Reproductive Services
Centerville, TX
12.2017 - 04.2018
- Practiced veterinary medicine, often as a sole doctor, with focus on equine reproduction
- Examined large and small animals via appointments and emergency appointments to determine nature of diseases or injuries
- Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances
- Induced anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection
- Dressed wounds and prescribed medication to prevent infection
- Euthanized animals humanely due to conditions such as cancer or advanced age
- Teamed with other veterinarians in large mixed practice to deliver care services
- Conducted community rabies clinics to offer free or low-cost rabies vaccinations to pets for low-income owners
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
St. Kitts, West Indies 08.2013 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA 08.2009 - 05.2013
Skills
Clinical leadership
Timeline
Hospital Medical Leader
Vetco Total Care
11.2022 - Current
Veterinarian
PetIQ
10.2020 - 10.2022
Contract Veterinarian
Petco
07.2019 - Current
Contract Veterinarian
PetIQ
03.2019 - 10.2020
Intern Veterinarian
Center Veterinary & Reproductive Services
12.2017 - 04.2018
Regulatory Veterinarian
Fingerlakes Gaming And Racetrack
10.2017 - 09.2020
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
08.2013 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
The Pennsylvania State University
08.2009 - 05.2013