Ashley Foster
Windsor
Summary
Experienced with providing high-quality veterinary care to diverse range of patients. Utilizes comprehensive diagnostic and surgical skills to address complex medical cases. Track record of effective communication and teamwork, ensuring excellent patient outcomes and client relations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Relief Veterinarian
Santa Rosa Veterinary Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Performed both scheduled and emergent surgeries and sedated procedures on small animals and exotic species.
- Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent communication skills, resulting in increased client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Collaborated with clinic staff to optimize workflows and provide seamless patient care, contributing to a positive work environment.
Veterinarian
Safari West
10.2021 - Current
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine on a diverse range of species including African hoof stock, primates, wild felids and avian species.
- Proficient in the safe capture, restraint, and transport of animals when necessary for medical procedures or relocation purposes.
- Quarantined infected animals or new animals to the facility for specialized treatment to curtail disease spread.
- Honed necropsy skills and sample collection to identify etiology, morphology and clinical significance of identified diseases and to determine a cause of death.
Associate Veterinarian
Santa Rosa Veterinary Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2025
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough examinations and implementing appropriate treatment plans.
- Experienced knowledge on multiple species including exotics; avian, reptile, pocket pets, and practiced medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Contributed to successful clinic operations by collaborating with colleagues on case management and maintaining detailed records.
- Managed surgical procedures for optimal results, ensuring the welfare of animals under my care.
- Advised clients on end-of-life care options, providing compassionate support during emotionally challenging times.
- Assisted with emergency cases that required immediate attention, stabilizing critical patients before referral to specialized facilities when necessary.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
California State University, Chico
Chico, Ca12.2015
Study Abroad Student -
University of Western Sydney, Hawkesbury campus
Richmond, NSW12.2014
Skills
- Species-Specific Medical Handling
- Health Risk Mitigation
- Effective Client Communication
- Anesthesia Administration for Exotic Species
- Chronic Disease Management
- Skilled at conducting necropsies
- Routine Surgical Procedures
Affiliations
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- American Association of Zoo Veterinarians
- Association of Avian Veterinarians
- Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians
Certification
- Veterinary License CA25142 - California Veterinary Medical Board.
- USDA Accreditation (102099) - United States Department of Agriculture.
- DEA Controlled Substance Accreditation, Schedules 2, 2N,3,3N,4,5
Timeline
Relief Veterinarian
Santa Rosa Veterinary Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Veterinarian
Safari West
10.2021 - Current
Associate Veterinarian
Santa Rosa Veterinary Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
California State University, Chico
Study Abroad Student -
University of Western Sydney, Hawkesbury campus
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
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