Veterinary Assistant
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Veterinary Assistant

Summary
A 23-year-old non-traditional student, looking to gain experience in different veterinary settings and provide support to veterinarians in clinical and surgical settings. Apt at learning different routines and practices in order to provide outstanding care to patients. Willing to start in a part-time position and move into a full-time position in May.

Education
BACHELORS IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE | DECEMBER 2019 | UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO
·Currently enrolled in the final semester of a four-year degree in Biomedical Sciences. Have completed coursework in Anatomy, Physiology, Comparative Primate Anatomy, Biochemistry, and Microbiology. Have a standing GPA of 3.8 and expect to graduate with High Honors. Looking to advance to attended Veterinary School in the Fall of 2021.

Core Competencies
·Triage
·Pet Handling
·Animal Restraint
·Owner Communication
·Clinic Maintenance
·Basic Avimark Proficiency
·Vaccine/Medicine Preparation
·Surgical Instrument Cleaning

Job Experience
VETERINARY ASSISTANT | KENMORE ANIMAL HOSPITAL | JULY 2018-NOVEMBER 2018
·Assist Veterinarian and Veterinary Technicians in complex medical procedures
by holding the animal and ensuring they are calm during the procedure
·Preparation of different medications and Vaccines for Veterinarian to administer
during visit
·Preparation of samples for various tests, such as a fecal sample and staining of
a microscope slide
·Aid in surgery by placing surgical equipment, shaving animal, helping insert
catheter, and any assistance during procedure
·Use of previous medical and interpersonal knowledge to communicate details of
animal care to owners
·Treating every animal with care and respect, providing the best care from the
moment they walk in
SERVER | SHARE KITCHEN & BAR ROOM | JANURARY 2018-PRESENT
·Responsible for greeting guests and making them familiar with our unique
“share”
·Provide excellent food service in a proper and timely manner, so guests leave
happy and satisfied
·Keep the restaurant clean, make sure all side work is completed during the b
shift, and process cash outs

Volunteerism
BUFFALO ZOO | MAY 2018-JULY 2018
· Volunteer for the Education/Farm Animal Department
ANIMAL PROTECTIVE FOUNDATION | JANURARY 2017-SEPTEMBER 2017
·Socialized and walked available dogs and cats
·Worked with Vet techs in the animal shelter, cleaned surgical instruments,
prepared surgical packs, cleaned and lint rolled all dressings and surgical
capes.