VAUGHN FISH
Belton,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Belton Veterinary Clinic Inc, recognized for driving business development and optimizing staff management. Successfully implemented growth strategies that significantly increased customer loyalty and enhanced profitability. Expertise in project management and relationship building fosters high team productivity and effective mentorship of emerging talent. Committed to advancing veterinary practices through innovative solutions and strategic planning.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Shareholder/Owner
Belton Veterinary Clinic Inc
03.2019 - Current
- Manage a large busy veterinary practice while still acting as a full time practicing veterinarian
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to business operations.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Executed performance reviews to encourage improved productivity for team members.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Associate Veterinarian
Belton Veterinary Clinic Inc
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Maintained accurate and detailed medical records for all patient visits.
- Assessed health conditions, symptoms and history of animals and delivered treatment.
- Advised clients on appropriate preventative care such as vaccines and internal and external parasite control.
- Explained disease and condition diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment options to pet and animal owners to provide information for decision-making concerning care.
- Conducted laboratory tests to diagnose diseases and monitor treatment progress.
- Performed physical examinations, laboratory tests, and clinical procedures on animals to diagnose their health issues.
- Conducted routine wellness exams and health check-ups for pets.
- Participated in continuing education to maintain veterinary licensure.
- Performed surgical procedures, including spays, neuters, and emergency surgeries.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, education on treatment protocols and general procedures.
- Communicated with colleagues regarding best practices for diagnosis and treatment protocols.
- Provided assistance and support to owners during end-stage pet illnesses, delivering comfort, compassion and kind words.
Veterinary Anatomy Laboratory Technician
Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Pullman, USA
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Prepare specimens for all anatomy classes, including cadavers and skeletons
- Assist students with skeletal preparation projects
- Built a camel skeleton for shipment to Qatar
- Clean and prep labs for classes and usage
Research Assistant
Monsanto Company
Casa Grande, USA
04.2010 - 08.2013
- Conduct state of the art research activities, perform data collection, analyze, summarize and communicate findings via reports and presentations to supervisors and upper level managers
- Coordinate seed inventory from harvest and processing to shipment or discard by means of database entry and analysis
- Operate research equipment; e.g., tractors, planters, cotton harvesters, automation equipment (GPS) and hand-held computers for data management
- Perform safety inspections and provide safety training to employees
- Supervise and train temporary and seasonal employees on company policies
- Manage special projects from planning to implementation, including design and construction phases
- Consult with farmers concerning water conservation efforts and irrigation planning
- Perform contract negotiations with cooperators, farm managers, and other business partners to support and maintain research activities
Horse Trainer
Just Right Horsemanship
Gilbert, USA
07.2008 - 04.2010
- Trained horses beginning with ground work, first rides, to more advanced maneuvers
- Coached clients in horsemanship and understanding the training their horses received
- Responsible for the well-being of all horses kept at the facility, including feeding, grooming and healthcare
Package Handler/Driver
UPS
Mesa, Show Low, Tempe, USA
09.2000 - 06.2006
- Trained new employees on proper techniques and company procedures
- Audited hazardous material labeled packages for proper shipping labels and contents
- Unloaded package cars and tractor trailers
- Loaded outbound trailers with correctly labeled packages
- Delivered packages in a safe and timely manner
- Parked tractor trailers at correct doors for loading and unloading
Education
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine -
College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University
05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness Science
W.P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University
12.2009
Skills
- Project management
- Partnership development
- Business development
- Staff management
- Relationship building
- Business administration
- Growth strategy implementation
- Business planning
- Market trend awareness
- Team oversight
Affiliations
- Youth baseball coach for a travel ball team
- Youth leader at church
- Outdoor enthusiast
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Shareholder/Owner
Belton Veterinary Clinic Inc
03.2019 - Current
Associate Veterinarian
Belton Veterinary Clinic Inc
06.2017 - 03.2019
Veterinary Anatomy Laboratory Technician
Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine
05.2014 - 05.2016
Research Assistant
Monsanto Company
04.2010 - 08.2013
Horse Trainer
Just Right Horsemanship
07.2008 - 04.2010
Package Handler/Driver
UPS
09.2000 - 06.2006
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine -
College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness Science
W.P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University
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