Emma Sinclair
Guelph,Ontario
Summary
Second year DVM student with strong organizational skills and a passion for general veterinary practice seeking employment in a clinical setting. Extensive experience in animal care, data management, and customer service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Summer Student Intern
Public Health Agency of Canada/ Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Guelph, ON
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Completed a research project with CIPARS investigating vaccine use on Canadian sentinel swine farms and its relationship with antimicrobial use
- Visualized data using Tableau
- Delivered a final research paper and seminar highlighting findings
Client Care Representative/ Clinic Assistant
Ritson Veterinary Clinic
Oshawa, Ontario
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Worked on the reception desk and as a veterinary assistant at a high-volume small animal clinic
- Greeted clients, answered phone calls, scheduled appointments, and prepared prescriptions
- Supported clients during difficult appointments, including euthanasias
- Assisted with general patient care and restrained animals for procedures
- Unpacked and restocked medical supplies and prepared surgical packs
Veterinary Assistant (Volunteer)
Thornbury Veterinary Hospital, Frontenac Animal Hospital, Markdale Veterinary Services
, ON
09.2011 - 02.2023
- Assisted small and large-animal veterinarians in practices in my hometown and university town
- Restrained animals during procedures, administered medications, and maintained cleanliness of the clinic including kennels, cages, and stalls
- Unpacked and restocked medical supplies and prepared surgical packs
Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern
Sandy Pines Wildlife Center
Napanee, ON
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Worked as part of a team to provide daily hands-on care to injured and orphaned Ontario wildlife during peak season at a busy wildlife hospital
- Triaged patients upon admission and assisted in determining treatment and care plans for each individual
- Administered oral and injectable medications
- Maintained cleanliness of the facility, including cages and enclosures, and provided daily patient enrichment
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ontario Veterinary College
Guelph, ON06-2028
Master of Science - Ecology And Evolutionary Biology
Queen's University
Kingston, ON04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Queen's University
Kingston, ON06.2019
Skills
Animal handling
Patient care
Medication administration
Data management and analysis
Effective oral and written communication
AVImark software
Customer service
Appointment scheduling
Additional Assets
- Willing to work variable hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Protective rabies titre
Timeline
Veterinary Summer Student Intern
Public Health Agency of Canada/ Canadian Food Inspection Agency
05.2025 - 08.2025
Client Care Representative/ Clinic Assistant
Ritson Veterinary Clinic
09.2023 - 08.2024
Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern
Sandy Pines Wildlife Center
05.2019 - 09.2019
Veterinary Assistant (Volunteer)
Thornbury Veterinary Hospital, Frontenac Animal Hospital, Markdale Veterinary Services
09.2011 - 02.2023
Master of Science - Ecology And Evolutionary Biology
Queen's University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Queen's University
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ontario Veterinary College