Emily Gorwill
Guysborough
Summary
I grew up the youngest of 6 living on a hobby farm mainly with horses, goats, chickens, pigs, dogs, cats, and other small livestock. Being the youngest of 6, I've learned patience and understanding of other points of view despite not sharing the same opinion on such views and ideas which contributed to being a team player, and being a hard worker. I've always been very outgoing with a big personality but also shy when meeting new people. I knew my huge passion for animals, especially horses, dogs and cats since a young age. I was dedicated to making sure my future career and lifestyle would involve horses, dogs, cats, and other small/livestock husbandry. I was taught from a young age that we are the voices for those who cannot speak for themselves ensuring to make the most accurate choice for that patient during that situation while always giving a helping hand to others.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Small Animal Veterinary Technician
Antigonish Veterinary Clinic
03.2022 - 05.2025
- Monitored signs of disease, illness, or injury, vital signs of animals during surgical procedures, physical exams and provided postoperative care.
- Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues when needed during emergencies, preparation administration of anesthesia for surgical processes. or critical cases requiring additional assistance.
- Performed dental cleanings and feline neuters.
- Maintained detailed records of daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, routine records and other diagnostic treatments.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives, injectable or inhalant anesthetics and vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Performed, Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing in house and sent out
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Assisted veterinarians with restraints radiographs, ultrasounds and surgical procedures.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Processed new patients and updated client records, answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices, and triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
- Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments while recording symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Small and Large Animal Veterinary Technician
Figue And Pepper Veterinary Clinic
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Assisted researchers in conducting studies by collecting and providing data about animals in care.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
Stable Hand
Double Diamond Stables
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Developed strong rapport with customers, owners and created positive impression of business.
- Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
- Maintained saddles, bridles, and riding gear and helped fit items to specific horses.
- Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming, and trimming.
- Administered horse medication and necessary special care.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
Dairy Milker
Donchester Daily Farm
04.2020 - 02.2021
- Developed relationships with local feed and seed suppliers to secure favorable prices.
- Milk (50) cows using milking machinery.
- Purchased insemination services from special farms to impregnate cows and increase herd size.
- Coordinated daily workflow to optimize resource allocation and farm productivity.
- Kept up to date with new farm technology to make the farm more environmentally sustainable.
- Monitored milk production quality and quantity and evaluated daily data to address inefficiencies.
- Kept stock healthy with adequate food, water and open space.
- Maintained farm equipment and vehicles.
- Kept restocking tanks pH balanced for aquatic livestock.
- Documented animal growth, production costs, individual behaviors, feeding patterns, and other data in daily logs and main database, noting trends, and identifying areas of concern.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
Education
GPA 80 - Veterinary Technician
Oulton College
11.2021
Skills
- Excellent Communication with clients and animals
- Well rounded computer skills
- Great animal-handling skills
- Human and animal evacuations
- Animal Husbandry
- Understanding of canines, felines and equine anatomy and physiology
- Organization and Time Management
- Treatment Administration
- Microscopy techniques
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Animal behavior observation
Additional Information
Extracurricular Activities
ACTRA ( Atlantic Canada Trail Riding Association) Since
2017. ( Current Member)
• AFHA (All For Horse Association) Since 2016. ( Current Member)
Accomplishments
Extracurricular Activities ACTRA ( Atlantic Canada Trail Riding Association) Since 2017. ( Current Member)
• AFHA (All For Horse Association) Since 2016 - 2019
Languages
English
Timeline
Stable Hand
Double Diamond Stables
06.2022 - 08.2022
Small Animal Veterinary Technician
Antigonish Veterinary Clinic
03.2022 - 05.2025
Small and Large Animal Veterinary Technician
Figue And Pepper Veterinary Clinic
09.2021 - 02.2023
Dairy Milker
Donchester Daily Farm
04.2020 - 02.2021
GPA 80 - Veterinary Technician
Oulton College
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