Lauren Hennessey
Guelph,ON
Summary
Hard working and passionate student within the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at the Ontario Veterinary College. Seeking an externship position at Cheltenham Veterinary Centre to gain knowledge and practice in large and companion animal medicine.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Care Assistant/Client Care Representative
Blue Cross Animal Hospital
06.2021 - Current
- Assisting veterinarians with routine appointments and medical procedures including ultrasounds, radiographs, surgeries, etc.
- Working with veterinary technicians to process laboratory work, such as fecal flotations, skin scrapes, blood tests, and urinalysis results
- Consulting with veterinarians to discuss patient differentials and diagnostics
- Preparing surgical packs and instruments for heat sterilization
- Monitoring vital parameters during surgery and recovery
- Providing nutritional insight to companion animal owners
- Completing euthanasia after-care and placing Gateway orders
- Using Cornerstone Veterinary Software
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Donlands Animal Hospital
05.2019 - Current
- Preparing medicine labels and prescriptions
- Handling laboratory samples and ordering IDEXX diagnostics
- Gather and record patient information, such as weight, signalment, and presenting complaint
- Assisting with surgical procedures and monitoring vitals
- Responding to client questions/concerns and booking upcoming appointments
- Managing files and continuously updating and organizing records
- Using Quickbooks Pro 2010 and Quickbooks Desktop Pro 2020
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Downtown Toronto Cat Clinic
04.2021 - 05.2021
- Minimized spread of disease with frequent cleaning of kennels, holding areas and examination rooms
- Began examinations by taking patient temperature and weight
- Used VETport veterinary software
Camp Leader
City Of Toronto, Parks And Recreation
06.2018 - 05.2021
- Maintained public relations with caregivers
- Used creativity and innovation to develop inclusive program plans for children aged 4-12
- Worked as part of a team to ensure a safe and enjoyable learning environment
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Ontario Veterinary College - University of Guelph
Guelph, Canada06.2026
Bachelor of Science - General Biological Science
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON10.2023
Skills
- Proficient in communication
- Organized
- Critical thinking
- Client care
- Animal restraint
- Blood draws
- Injections and vaccinations
- Intubation and catheterization
- Physical exams
- History collection
- Strong work ethic
- Team player
Certification
- Basic and Advanced Life Support , Recover CPR, January 2024
- Veterinary Certification Program , Fear Free Pets, January 2023
- OVC Student Euthanasia Workshop , The Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy, January 2023
Volunteer Experience
Kortright Animal Hospital, 01/21-04/21; 01/22-04/22
Guelph, Ontario
- Restrained animals during physical examinations, blood draws, vaccinations, etc.
- Cleaned, maintained and sterilized animal care instruments and equipment
Donlands Animal Hospital, 01/16-05/19
Toronto, Ontario
- Observed surgeries and other veterinary procedures
- Improved animal well-being with regular companionship and exercise
Timeline
Animal Care Assistant/Client Care Representative
Blue Cross Animal Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Downtown Toronto Cat Clinic
04.2021 - 05.2021
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Donlands Animal Hospital
05.2019 - Current
Camp Leader
City Of Toronto, Parks And Recreation
06.2018 - 05.2021
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Ontario Veterinary College - University of Guelph
Bachelor of Science - General Biological Science
University of Guelph
- Basic and Advanced Life Support , Recover CPR, January 2024
- Veterinary Certification Program , Fear Free Pets, January 2023
- OVC Student Euthanasia Workshop , The Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy, January 2023
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