Jessica Campos
Toronto
Summary
Skilled Veterinary Assistant with over 14 years of experience, adept in emergency care and surgical support. Demonstrated proficiency in medication administration and X-ray procedures, complemented by a the ability to handle temperamental animals with ease and gentleness. Excels in high-pressure environments, showcasing exceptional organizational and compassionate care skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Bathurst Dupont Animal Hospital
05.2012 - 03.2016
- Conducted preliminary patient workups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition.
- Assisted veterinarian with surgeries, various procedures, exams and emergencies.
- Collected blood, feces, and urine or other bodily fluids for examination and analysis.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes and processed in autoclave .
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment, kennels and operating rooms
- Administered routine, post-operative and daily treatments to animals under direction of veterinarian.
- Educated animal owners regarding feeding, general care, and administering insulin for newly diabetic animals.
- Operated radiographic equipment and assisted with ultrasounds .
- Filled prescriptions and coordinated refills for clients.
Veterinary Assistant
Lennox Animal Hospital
08.2002 - 12.2015
- Assisted veterinarian with exams, wound treatment, various procedures, surgeries and emergencies.
- Administered routine, post-operative and daily treatments to animals under direction of the veterinarian.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and cultures .
- Operated radiographic equipment and assisted with ultrasounds.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment, operating rooms and kennels
- Administered medications to animals in treatment on regular, scheduled basis and documented any changes in condition..
- Filled prescriptions and coordinated refills for clients.
Veterinary Assistant
Bathurst Animal Clinic
09.2006 - 10.2007
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment.
- Monitored animals in post-operative care unit for anesthesia recovery, vital signs and activity levels.
- Assisted veterinarian with exams, wound treatment, various procedures, surgeries and emergencies.
- Monitored health and behavior of animals by looking for urine and fecal output, completing weight checks and observing appetite during feeding.
- Operated radiographic equipment .
- Administered medications to animals in treatment on regular, scheduled basis and documented any changes in condition.
Education
Payroll Compliance Professional -
National Payroll Institute
Toronto, ONHigh School Diploma -
Weston Collegiate Institute
Toronto, ONSkills
- Surgical/veterinary procedures and support
- Emergency and preventive care
- Medication administration
- Fecal, urine and blood collecting
- X-ray procedure and processing
- Animal safety and restraint
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Bathurst Dupont Animal Hospital
05.2012 - 03.2016
Veterinary Assistant
Bathurst Animal Clinic
09.2006 - 10.2007
Veterinary Assistant
Lennox Animal Hospital
08.2002 - 12.2015
Payroll Compliance Professional -
National Payroll Institute
High School Diploma -
Weston Collegiate Institute
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