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Victoria DeGroot

Sound Beach,NY

Summary

Student in animal care with strong background in veterinary support and medical procedures. Skilled in administering medications, assisting in surgeries, and performing diagnostic tests. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring optimal patient care. Reliable team player with focus on achieving results and enhancing patient outcomes.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Breeding Technician

Labradoodles Of Long Island
10.2022 - Current
  • Ensured proper care and handling of animals during breeding procedures, resulting in higher pregnancy rates.
  • Provided ongoing support for neonatal care, ensuring healthy development of newborns and increasing survival rates.
  • Performed and kept records of animal health, medical treatment and injections and growth progress.
  • Stocked, cleaned and disinfected habitats of animals to protect animal health and wellbeing.
  • Treated minor injuries and ailments and contacted veterinarians to obtain treatment for animals with serious illnesses or injuries.
  • Monitored and provided support when necessary for delivery of over 100 puppies.

Cashier

Stop & Shop
12.2020 - 03.2023
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.

Veterinary Technician Internship

Rocky Shores Veterinary Hospital
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
  • Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
  • Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
  • Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.

Veterinary Assistant

Amityville Animal Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations and diagnostic procedures.
  • Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
  • Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.

Education

Associate Of Applied Science - Veterinarian Technician

Suffolk Count Community College
Brentwood, NY

Skills

  • Animal handling experience
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication
  • Laboratory skills
  • Medication administration
  • Patient monitoring

Certification

Fear Free

Timeline

Veterinary Technician Internship

Rocky Shores Veterinary Hospital
08.2023 - 12.2023

Breeding Technician

Labradoodles Of Long Island
10.2022 - Current

Veterinary Assistant

Amityville Animal Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2022

Cashier

Stop & Shop
12.2020 - 03.2023

Associate Of Applied Science - Veterinarian Technician

Suffolk Count Community College
Victoria DeGroot