Alyssa Smith-Avery
MULMUR,Canada
Summary
Devoted Veterinary Assistant versed in balancing administrative responsibilities with delivering quality veterinary care. Focused on creating calm, inviting office setting to put pet owners and pets at ease. Excellent time management and relationship-building skills with animals and people alike.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Boyne Veterinary Services
Alliston, Ontario
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Placing catheters, and intubating patients for surgery while monitoring anesthetic and taking vitals under an DVM or RVT supervision.
- Performing blood draws, collecting samples and running tests that are needed through our laboratory services.
- Doing brief exams for new clients and taking patient history to report to DVM.
- Performing radiographs with very little supervision, while assisting in ultrasounds and emergency patient care.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
Veterinary Assistant
Emergency Veterinary Clinic
Brampton, Ontario
07.2022 - Current
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Recorded patient food and water intake and output levels on a daily basis.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
Surgical Scrub Technician
Caledon Mountain Veterinary Hospital
Caledon, Ontario
06.2019 - 07.2023
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
- Provided the necessary sterile supplies for each procedure.
- Maintained a clean, organized and sterile environment in the operating room.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly sterilized before use.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Performed pre-operative skin preparation of patients prior to surgery.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens according to laboratory standards.
- Prepared surgical trays with appropriate instrumentation and supplies needed for individual surgeries.
- Verified the accuracy of medications and solutions for procedures as required.
- Kept records of procedure counts and maintained accurate documentation of inventory levels throughout shift.
- Reviewed patient charts for allergies, special instructions or any other relevant information prior to surgery.
- Monitored vital signs during procedures as directed by surgeon or anesthesiologist.
- Assisted with post-operative care including wound dressing changes, suture removal.
- Instructed new staff members on proper techniques related to scrubbing, gowning, gloving.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
Stunt Performer
Canadian Wranglers
01.2001 - 06.2023
- Company Overview: Working in the film industry and being on set for various movies and commercials as a stunt double, and actress double
- Take direction from the production and film crew while learning any lines needed for the role
- Also dealing with the animals while being on set and getting them prepared for filming while maintaining efficiency on tight schedules
- Working in the film industry and being on set for various movies and commercials as a stunt double, and actress double
Veterinary Technician
Ferguson Equine Veterinary Services
Mono, Ontario
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, bloodwork and cultures.
- Provided postoperative care for animals recovering from surgery including providing pain management treatments to in clinic animals.
- Traveled on the road to provide service to emergency patients, prepping of emergency supplies as well as preparing general care supplies such as vaccinations, dental equipment and wound repairs.
Manager
Greenhawk Equestrian and Supplies
Orangeville, Ontario
01.2014 - 03.2018
- Duties include serving customers, customer complaints, answering phone calls, replying to emails, organizing inventory, receiving and closing shipment, working cash register, and communicating with our head office for any deliveries and promotional events
- Managed and set up locations in the past 5 years for our Whitby and Palgrave locations
PJG Enterprises
08.2011 - 01.2012
- Dealing with clients, riding and training the horses, organizing show schedules while being at a horseshow, taking phone calls, and arranging times for meetings
Sorensen Stables
10.2010 - 07.2011
- Working with clients while being in Canada, and United States
- Spent 7 months living in Wellington, Florida to ride and train horses, while competing
- Responsible for getting clients to the show on time, phone calls, and arranging meetings while organizing the stable
Education
High School -
Centre Dufferin District High School
01.2010
Skills
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Hard worker
- Friendly
- Outgoing
- Independence
- Ability to take direction
- Professionalism
- Punctuality
- Responsibility
- Knowledge of computer programs
- Valid driver's license
- Animal Safety
- Animal restraint
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Emergency and preventive care
- Radiology techniques
- Vaccine administration
- Surgical Assistance
- Urgent Care
- Client Communication
Accomplishments
- Compete at top levels for equestrian show jumping in Canada, United States, and South America
- 10 time Champion at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
- 3 time Grand Champion at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
- 12 time Zone Champion
- Full member of the ACTRA Union
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Boyne Veterinary Services
08.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Emergency Veterinary Clinic
07.2022 - Current
Surgical Scrub Technician
Caledon Mountain Veterinary Hospital
06.2019 - 07.2023
Veterinary Technician
Ferguson Equine Veterinary Services
03.2018 - 06.2019
Manager
Greenhawk Equestrian and Supplies
01.2014 - 03.2018
PJG Enterprises
08.2011 - 01.2012
Sorensen Stables
10.2010 - 07.2011
Stunt Performer
Canadian Wranglers
01.2001 - 06.2023
High School -
Centre Dufferin District High School
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