Dedicated Veterinary Assistant with a proven track record at Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center. Proven track record in enhancing animal safety and health through preventive care and medication administration. Skilled in successful adoptions and training staff, demonstrating exceptional customer service and animal care expertise.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
10.2023 - Current
Possess in depth knowledge and understanding of veterinary medicine concepts
Always provide compassionate and quality patient care
Proficient in animal handling and restraint for various medical procedures
Assists veterinarian and registered veterinary technicians at vaccine clinic
Work in collaboration with the Admissions Team and Foster Care Coordinator with intakes of new animals to ensure health and adoptability, including relinquishment's, transfers from local animal control facilities and fosters
Provide transportation for animals to and from MSRPAC
Facilitates monthly Nail Trim Clinic in conjunction with volunteers
Possess critical thinking and multi-tasking skills
Perform minor medical tasks such as vaccinations, microchipping and deworming
Take and upload photos of animals at time of admission
Ensure and maintain high quality standard of care, work ethic and performance
Adoption Counselor/Animal Care Specialist
Mary S. Roberts
11.2019 - 10.2023
Disinfecting kennels, equipment and work areas to prevent the spread of zoonotic diseases
Feed and Water animals daily
Provide prompt, courteous customer service, greeting the public as the enter the adoption center
Answer phone calls, emails and provide information and resources to all inquiries
Learn the names, behavior and personalities of all the pets to ensure the best fit for a potential owner
Review adoption questionnaires and ask appropriate questions to facilitate a successful adoption
Learn how to correctly use the animal software program and create a complete record for each animal admitted into the MSRPAC. Enter additional information, medical updates, microchips, spay/neuter information, vaccines etc. on all pets
Handle sales and the pet store; properly and accurately handle money
Review and assemble adoption folders ensuring all information is up to date
Operate company vehicles to transport supplies, equipment or animals
Assist with training new staff and/or volunteers
Participate in adoption events on and off-site
Receive, load and unload supplies, material and equipment from vendor trucks
Help socialize animals and participate in canine playgroups
Education
Veterinary Technology
Platt College - Riverside
Riverside, CA
09.2024
High School Diploma -
Polytechnic High School
Riverside, CA
06.2021
Skills
Client Communication
Cleaning and sanitizing
Patient restraint
Animal Safety
Medication Administration
Vaccine administration
Sanitation protocols
Preventive Care
Microchip Administration
Prescription Filling
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
10.2023 - Current
Adoption Counselor/Animal Care Specialist
Mary S. Roberts
11.2019 - 10.2023
Veterinary Technology
Platt College - Riverside
High School Diploma -
Polytechnic High School
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