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Lyric Day

Sacramento

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Assistant with over five years of experience in general practice, urgent care, and exotic animal medicine. Proven ability to manage patient care from intake through recovery, including anesthesia monitoring, diagnostic testing, medication administration, and client education. Strong leadership experience as a Lead Veterinary Assistant and business owner, demonstrating effective team management, scheduling, and client relations. Adept at high-pressure environments such as ER/triage and skilled in holistic veterinary practices. Currently pursuing a degree in Veterinary Technology to further enhance clinical expertise and provide exceptional care in the veterinary field.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Animal Health Technician

UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital
07.2025 - Current
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Assessed patient pain levels.
  • Administered various medications via IV or CRI.
  • Took TPR, kept patients clean, fed and walked patients.
  • Discussed patient care, assessments and treatment orders with doctors and students.

BUSINESS OWNER

Daze Pet Care LLC
01.2019 - Current
  • Scheduling meet and greets, pet sitting bookings, nail trims, baths, full grooms, etc
  • Administering medications and fluids
  • Ensuring proper daily exercise(walks, playtime and conditioning)
  • Managing multiple employee schedules and payroll

Veterinary Assistant

All Creatures Veterinary Emergency
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Triaged patients upon arrival and assessed order of importance.
  • Monitored and cared for patients overnight.
  • Administration of medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
  • Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

Broadway Veterinary Hospital
01.2024 - 06.2025
  • Client communication/education regarding patient history, wellness and cost of care
  • Handling and restraining animals, performing diagnostic tests (bloodwork/x-rays), administering medications/vaccinations/sedatives etc, and monitoring anesthesia during surgeries
  • Maintaining accurate patient medical records and finances
  • GP/ ER /Urgent care + exotics

LEAD VETERINARY ASSISTANT

Mobile Vet Connection
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Provided client education and guidance regarding holistic veterinary care
  • Maintained handwritten medical records, scheduled appointments, processed client transactions and finalized payments
  • Performed digatherm imaging, x-rays, acupuncture, anesthesia induction/monitoring, administered medications and treatments
  • Created and managed employee schedules
  • GP/ER /Large Animals/ Urgent care + exotics

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

VCA American River Animal Hospital
06.2020 - 09.2021
  • Administering vaccines/medications
  • Venipuncture for performing in house laboratory work
  • Cross trained in Customer Service Representative duties
  • Assisting in pre/post surgery duties
  • GP/ER

SHIFT MANAGER/KEY HOLDER

Cinnabon
05.2019 - 06.2020
  • Oversaw daily operations during shifts to ensure quality service and efficient workflow
  • Ensured excellent customer experiences by addressing concerns, resolving issues, and providing support as needed
  • Monitored stock levels, ordered supplies, and minimized waste to maintain adequate resources throughout the shift
  • Handled cash transactions, balanced registers, and completed end-of-shift financial reports accurately

Education

VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY -

Carrington College Sacramento
Sacramento, California
10.2026

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

Tuskegee University
Tuskegee, AL

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - PLTW Biomedical Science

Antelope High School

Skills

  • Organization
  • Animal safety
  • Detail-oriented
  • Trained in handling high-pressure situations (ER/Triage)
  • Time management
  • Communication
  • Collaboration/Teamwork
  • Accountability
  • Customer service
  • Laboratory procedures

Certification

Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit, #13987

Timeline

Animal Health Technician

UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital
07.2025 - Current

Veterinary Assistant

All Creatures Veterinary Emergency
05.2025 - 08.2025

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

Broadway Veterinary Hospital
01.2024 - 06.2025

LEAD VETERINARY ASSISTANT

Mobile Vet Connection
07.2022 - 07.2023

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

VCA American River Animal Hospital
06.2020 - 09.2021

SHIFT MANAGER/KEY HOLDER

Cinnabon
05.2019 - 06.2020

BUSINESS OWNER

Daze Pet Care LLC
01.2019 - Current

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - PLTW Biomedical Science

Antelope High School

VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY -

Carrington College Sacramento

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

Tuskegee University

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