Larisa Creelman
Saskatoon,SK
Summary
Dedicated third year Veterinary student with a strong passion in delivering prompt and detailed care for domestic animals with varying needs and urgency. Creative problem solver, looking to expand skills under the supervision of various reputable professionals to determine best care protocol for individual health.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Student Ambassador
Mosaic Veterinary Partners
11.2022 - Current
- promote awareness of Mosaic's mission, vision, and values amongst peers and colleagues
- Assist Mosaic's HR and talent team in arranging campus visits through on campus advertisement, distribution of materials, posting announcements, and supporting various other events.
- Participate in on-campus presentations & provide follow-up between students and Mosaic.
- Distribute Mosaic flyers, posters, and emails to faculty and students on campus.
- Answer questions from faculty and students regarding Mosaic.
Veterinary Student
Sherwood Animal Clinic
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Reviewed pet health history and symptoms, examined both small animal (dog & cat) and equine patients, conducted tests and assisted in prescribing treatments for diagnosed conditions.
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Performed elective surgeries (feline spays, feline neuters, canine neuters, equine castrations) under the supervision of a senior clinician.
- Assisted and performed various diagnostic tests including x-rays, ultrasound, and various bloodwork.
- Assisted on various Equine field calls including pre-purchase exams, performing dental floats, administering vaccines, conducting various radiographs, and assisting with Coggins testing
Veterinary Assistant/Student
Tsolum Mobile Veterinary Health Ltd.
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Collected and reviewed history and symptoms, performed physical exams, and assisted in diagnostic and treatment plans for various species.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Performed elective surgeries (canine & feline neuters) under the supervision of a senior clinician.
- Assisted on various farm calls including heard health visits at various local Dairy farms and wellness exams for sheep, goats, poultry, and horses.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and ultrasound.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Western College of Veterinary Medicine
Saskatoon, SK04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Animal Biology
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BCSkills
- Good organization and time management skills
- Reliable
- Open minded and easily adaptable
- Hard work ethic
- Collaborative
- Empathetic
- Critical thinker and problem solver
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and electronically
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinary Student
Sherwood Animal Clinic
05.2023 - 08.2023
Senior Student Ambassador
Mosaic Veterinary Partners
11.2022 - Current
Veterinary Assistant/Student
Tsolum Mobile Veterinary Health Ltd.
06.2020 - 08.2022
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Western College of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Animal Biology
Thompson Rivers University
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