Tomasz Lesniak
Worth,IL
Summary
Hardworking and dependable student with experience taking responsibility to get tasks done and working with others. I am comfortable stepping up to help others when something needs to be done and finding solutions when problems come up. I work well in a team and learn quickly. I take pride in being someone others can rely on. I'm interested in engineering and just enjoy working on projects where I can use problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership skills to make a positive impact on the community.
Overview
2
2
Languages
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Pulaski Animal Hospital
Chicago, Illinois
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians with patient restraint during exams and treatment at Pulaski Animal Hospital.
- Prepared exam rooms, surgical areas, and treatment supplies for daily appointments.
- Supported medication preparation and organized treatment supplies for veterinary technicians.
- Managed client check-in, scheduling support, and basic service questions at reception.
- Performed laboratory tests such as fecal exams, urinalyses, and heartworm tests.
- Assisted veterinarians with routine examinations, treatments, and minor surgeries.
- Handled administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, filing paperwork, answering phones.
- Administered medications as prescribed by a veterinarian.
- Sterilized surgical tools before and after use.
- Monitored vital signs of animals under anesthesia.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures when necessary.
- Leveraged ultrasound and x-ray equipment for imaging and interpreted results.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by a veterinarian.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
- Administered immunizations and treatments following veterinarian instructions.
- Monitored post-surgical pet care and administered medication under veterinarian direction.
- Sterilized and maintained veterinary care instruments and equipment.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Maintained cleanliness by regularly removing waste from animal areas to promote hygiene.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Collected fluids from animals for laboratory testing.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
- Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites, and skin scrapings.
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into the system.
- Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.
- Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe environment for staff and animals by following safety protocols.
- Prepared samples for laboratory testing as requested by the veterinarian.
- Cared for hospitalized patients by feeding them, providing comfort measures.
- Restraining animals during examination or treatment.
- Documented patient information and updated medical records with accurate details.
- Monitored animal comfort and reported changes to veterinary staff promptly.
- Cleaned kennels, cages, and hospital surfaces using approved sanitation procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stagg High School
Palos Hills, IL05-2025
Some College (No Degree) - Civil Engineering
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL10-2026
Skills
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Mathematical calculations
- Mathematical calculations
- Team collaboration
- Leadership skills
- Structural analysis
- AutoCAD
- Structural analysis
Languages
Polish
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Pulaski Animal Hospital
02.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Stagg High School
Some College (No Degree) - Civil Engineering
Moraine Valley Community College