veterinary assistant resume example

• Administered immunizations, blood plasma and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Documented and tracked treatment activities.
• Unloaded and organized supplies and product inventory.
• Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites and skin scrapings.
• Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
• Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
• Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
• Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
• Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
• Supported veterinarians in disease management and mitigation procedures.
• Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
• Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
• Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
• Monitored post-surgical pet care and administered medication under vet direction.
• Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
• Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
• Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
• Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
• Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
• Helped veterinarian with neutering, tooth removal and casting broken bones.

*Assist with drop offs/appointments

* Properly restrain animals including Brachycephalic

*Write notes/history in records

*Surgical prep

*Place IV cath

*Sedate/administer Propofol

*Give injections (regarding Dr orders)

*Intubate
*Dental cleaning/charting
*Running blood work, urinalysis

*Take X-rays/ultrasounds

• Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
• Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
• Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
• Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
• Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
• Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
• Helped veterinarian with neutering, tooth removal and casting broken bones.
• Supported veterinarians in disease management and mitigation procedures.
• Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
• Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
• Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
• Documented and tracked treatment activities.
• Administered immunizations, blood plasma and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Unloaded and organized supplies and product inventory.
• Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites and skin scrapings.
• Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
• Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
• Monitored post-surgical pet care and administered medication under vet direction.
• Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
• Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
• Set up appointments for checkups and scheduled veterinary consultations and surgical visits
• Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
• Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.

• Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
• Answered customer questions, provided store information and directed customers to designated store areas.
• Wrapped items and bagged purchases properly to prevent merchandise breakage.
• Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.