veterinary assistant resume example with 5+ years of experience
Jessica
Claire
resumesample@example.com
(555) 432-1000,
, , 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
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Professional Summary
Dedicated Veterinary professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Dependable and,effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated, and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work. Multitasking Veterinarian Assistant willing to work any shift and offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Veterinary assistant and previous kennel worker with over 5 years of successfully assisting veterinarians, and taking medical histories. Committed to learning new tasks and considered highly motivated employee. Kind and attentive veterinary assistant, with 5 years of experience helping pet owners care for beloved animals. Dedicated to guaranteeing pet gets necessary care and attention it needs. Knowledgeable in animal behavior and wound care.
Skills
Verbal and Written Communication
Relationship Building
Appointment Scheduling
Time Management
Client Education
Patient Recordkeeping
Attention to Detail
Problem Resolution
Customer Service
Sales and Upselling
Education
Penn Foster Career SchoolScranton, PAExpected in 2024 ā āAssociate of Applied Science:Veterinary Technology - GPA:
Boone County Adult Learning CenterDanville, WV, Expected in 2014 ā āGED: - GPA:
Work History
County Of Ventura - Veterinary Assistant Ventura, CA, 10/2020 - Current
Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical and diagnostic procedures.
Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
City Of Odessa - Kennel Attendant Odessa, TX, 11/2016 - Current
Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
Protected animals from care errors by maintaining clear and secure tags.
Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming.
Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears and providing other types of basic care.
Provided top-notch customer service to every customer and exceptional care to animals.
Worked 8 to 12-hour shifts with oversight of 50-55 animals in kennels or holding pens.
Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
Restocked supplies and rotated items to maintain efficient operations and prevent expiration of perishable goods.
Cared for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care and notifying owners.
Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites and hair mats.
Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort - Pet Care Associate Mcmurray, PA, 08/2019 - 04/2020
Assisted with new arrival pets coming into store.
Cared for and gave medications to animals that were in isolation
Addressed any questions customers had. This includes new pet options, care and habitation for pets, nutrition and training tips, safe and not safe toys, how to handle new pets safely, what behaviors can typically be expected of said pet. (This includes- small animals, reptiles, birds, and fish, as well as customers that come in with their pets)
Stayed up to date on latest sales and promotions.
Operated cash registers, checking people out, customer returns and exchanges.
Handled customer questions and concerns quickly and efficiently.
Walmart - Walmart Cashier City, STATE, 10/2018 - 04/2019
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
Reviewed weekly sales ads and monitored price changes.
Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Set up new sales displays each week.
Demonstrated product features, answered questions, and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
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