MY NAME

CITY, STATE ZIP

EMAIL │ PHONE #

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Positive, ambitious, veterinary assistant with 2+ years of experience in a hospital and 6
years of experience in the customer service industry. Goal driven with ability to assist
veterinarian in many tasks at once, prioritize tasks when juggling many, and care for
patients in a compassionate, efficient manner with the intention to increase well-being of
patient with as little stress as possible. Currently working toward an associates degree in
Veterinary Science at MY CURRENT COLLEGE, preparing to pass the VTNE, and
looking to further my career as well as my understanding of veterinary medicine.

GENERAL SKILLS
● Radiates a positive attitude on a day-to-day basis with frequent praise by customers and
employers alike.
● Self-motivated and goal-driven with the ability to work individually or as a team member.
● Excellent time management skills.
● Outstanding ability to remain polite and apologetic under all circumstances.
● Able to make a mental, prioritized list of tasks when given many at once.
● Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.

TECHNICAL SKILLS
● Ability to troubleshoot common software and hardware malfunctions that may affect
computers, printers, lab equipment, and x-ray equipment.
● Proficient in Word, Excel, Google Docs, and Avimark.
● Familiar with Catalyst One, Heska, VetConnect Plus, and Idexx x-ray equipment.
● Able to take and process x-rays both manually and digitally.
● Fundamental understanding and management of current and evolving social media
marketing strategies.
● Able to operate and troubleshoot printers, copiers and fax machines.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Veterinary Technician Student – September 2017 to Expected Graduation, May 2019
MY CURRENT COLLEGE, LOCATION
● Provided basic care and handling of dogs, cats, chickens, rats, hamsters, mice, and
rabbits.
● Restrained and drew blood on dogs’ jugular, cephalic, and saphenous veins, and placed
cephalic IV catheters.
● Preformed blood typing for dogs using in-house agglutination card.
● Preformed dental cleaning, dental x-rays, and endotracheal tube placement on model
dog head.
● Trimmed dog’s nails.
● Placed a urinary catheter in male dog.
● Recorded heart rate, respiratory rate, and body condition score on canine patient.
 ● Gained a visual understanding of red blood cell abnormalities, created a blood smear
slides, and preformed manual white blood cell differentials using smear.
● Learned how to give CPR on cats and dogs of all sizes.
● Ran a hematocrit and calculated a PCV.
● Administered intramuscular and subcutaneous injections to canines.
● Gained an invaluable understanding of: feline anatomy through dissection, feline and
canine physiology, veterinary medical terms, laws and regulations, pharmacology,
emergency procedures, lab tests and their results, clinical signs and their possible
causes, physical appearance of common parasites, exotic animals and their care, and
reproduction cycles of domestic animals.
Veterinary Assistant – September 2016 to Present
MY CURRENT JOB, LOCATION
● Restrained animal as needed during exam, nail trim, medication administration, bathing,
shaving, cystocentesis, blood draw, ultrasound, and radiographs.
● Preformed intake history, nail trim, microchip scan, flea inspection, weighing of patients,
and preparation of vaccines according to patient’s vaccination history.
● Meticulously recorded patient intake history and physical exam to medical records, and
transcribed patient exam into layman terms for client’s personal use.
● Ran blood work, snap tests, fecal tests, and urinalysis in house, and called owners to
report when results were normal.
● Filled and administered medical prescriptions in tablet or liquid oral form, and injectable
form.
● Led show-and-tells with clients to explain medication administration and dosages such
as Revolution, Insulin, Adequan, Buprenex, subcutaneous fluids, and explained
utilization of Glucometer.
● Processed both digital and film x-rays, including dental, and sent out the images to
referring radiologist to better understand the condition of our patients to provide the best
treatment.
● Walked clients through euthanasia process and authorization, prepared room for and
assisted in euthanasias, and completed proper forms that followed.
● Set up surgery room, prepared cats for surgery, monitored cats while under anesthesia
using Doppler and Pulse Ox, and completed drug logs for controlled substances.
● Recorded, prepared, and presented surgical procedure and aftercare instructions to
clients regarding the treatment of their animal during: surgery, sedated exam, blood
glucose curve, sedated lion shave, urinalysis, or bite wound.
● Trained and provided new employees with hospital up-keep tasks during down-time.
● Answered and made phone calls from/to clients about lab work, appointments, medical
procedures, food orders, prescription refills, post-surgery updates, and general cat care.
● Used knowledge of veterinary medicine to determine what phone case was an
emergency and required immediate attention, or what case could wait until the next day
if there were no available appointments.
● Processed check, cash, CareCredit, and credit/debit card transactions, including
transactions over the phone.

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 ● Forumulated staff schedule to meet both staff and client needs, especially during
vacation periods.
● Took inventory and placed orders for necessary hospital items.
Cashier & Produce/Floral Clerk – April 2012 to September 2016
GROCERY STORE I WORKED AT, LOCATION
● Patiently attended to customer’s concerns and resolved any question
as promptly as possible to enhance store reputation and strengthen customer-employee
relations.
● Compassionately assisted customers who were faced with financial or physical
obstacles.
● Trained new employees and educated them of company policies and goals.
● Outstanding record of cash handling accuracy.
● Created aesthetically pleasing displays to maximize product rotation and sales.
● Used knowledge of product to aid customers with purchases for special occasions.
● Ability to remain calm in stressful and difficult situations with experience working major
holidays.

EXTRACURRICULARS
Foster Parent – November 2018 to Present
Animal Rescue, LOCATION
● Provided a temporary home for a dog in need.
● Trained young puppy in basic skills such as sit, paw, speak, quiet, and potty training.
● Created posts advertising puppy on social media and at MY CURRENT COLLEG.
● Spoke to interested adopters and informed them of puppy’s behavior, skill level, and
personality.
Relay for Life Co-Captain – June 2011 to Present
American Cancer Society, LOCATION
● Organized and executed year-round fundraisers to maximize monetary donations.
● Participated in various volunteer tasks during the event to ensure all parts moved
effectively and enjoyably toward the event’s goals.
Animal Care Assistant – December 2016 to August 2017
ANIMAL SANCTUARY NAME, LOCATION
● Provided appropriate living space for cattle, water buffalo, horses and mini ponies.
● Assisted in the construction of living spaces for chickens to provide proper shelter.
Volunteer Dog Walker – March 2012 to June 2015
LOCAL Humane Society, LOCATION
● Provided care for dogs in the form of exercise, kennel hygiene and bathroom needs.
● Tended to dogs of various weights, breeds and personalities.
● Obtained Canine Elite training to expand knowledge of animal welfare and better assist
Dakin staff with an advanced ability to care for an increased number of animals.

EDUCATION AND AWARDS

● MY CURRENT COLLEGE​ - September 2017- Present

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 ○ SPECIFIC NAME OF Scholarship - Fall 2018 - Spring 2019
○ Dean’s List - Spring Semester 2018
● PREVIOUS COLLEGE - September 2014 to May 2016
○ NAME OF Scholarship - Fall Semester 2015 - Spring Semester 2016
○ COLLEGE’S Foundation - Spring Semester 2015
○ Dean’s List - Fall Semester 2014