MEGAN ORVIG
Stony Plain,AB
Summary
Animal lover with over 15 years of experience with horses. I am proficient in taking medical histories, Vet software and Animal restraint. I am committed to learning new tasks and considered a highly motivated and organized employee.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Golden Horse Shoe Farms
Chipman, AB
01.2020 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations and scheduling appointments regularly.
- Rode horses in training sessions.
- Coached and trained students in basic care and maintenance of horses in addition to riding techniques, form and skills.
- Maintained animal health records, treating minor injuries and reporting serious injuries to owners for consultation with veterinarians.
- Treatments of minor horse injuries.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
VMA Practicum
WestWind Vet Clinic
Tofield, Alberta
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Maintained cleanliness of exam rooms between appointments.
- Assisted with surgical preparation including prepping the animal for surgery.
- Assisted veterinarians with physical examinations of animals.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures in a humane manner.
- Cleaned and sterilized surgical instruments before and after procedures.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained and calibrated.
- Recorded patient histories, patient observations, treatments, and medications administered.
- Provided basic care and maintenance for animals in the facility.
- Performed administrative tasks related to filing paperwork and scheduling appointments.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding their pet's health status.
- Stocked supplies necessary for veterinary treatments.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Set up radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
Vet Assistant
Mountain Mobile Veterinary Care
Canmore, Alberta
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases.
- Assisted veterinarian euthanizing ill patients.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained operating rooms and surgical equipment.
- Scheduled appointments for clients.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Educated clients on post-surgical and discharge information.
- Assisted with surgical preparation including prepping the animal for surgery.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures in a humane manner.
- Prepared food for animals according to instructions from veterinarian or pet owners.
- Stocked supplies necessary for veterinary treatments.
Education
Certificate - Veterinary Medical Assistant
Lakeland College
Vermilion, AB05.2023
Certificate - Paramedicine
Alberta Health And Safety Training Institute
Red Deer, AB04.2021
High School Diploma -
Canmore Collegiate
Canmore, AB06.2018
Equine Science - Reproduction And Nutrition
University of Guelph
Toronto, ONSkills
- Software experience
- Lab operations
- File and records management
- MS Office
- Problem-Solving
- Proper animal restraint
- Knowledge of animal breeds
- Animal nutrition
- Appointment Scheduling
- Customer interaction
- Telephone etiquette
- Emergency Medical Responder
- Surgical Assistance
- Animal Handling
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Reception Area Maintenance
Certification
- Emergency Medical Responder April 23, 2021
- Transport of Dangerous Goods March 14 2021
- Psychological First Aid February 11th 2021
- Psychological First Aid Caring for Others February 11th 2021
- International Trauma Life Saving March 12th 2021
- Daily Nutrition Matters 101 Oct 16 2022
- Daily Nutrition Matters 201 Nov 28 2022
Languages
French
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
VMA Practicum
WestWind Vet Clinic
04.2023 - 05.2023
Vet Assistant
Mountain Mobile Veterinary Care
11.2021 - 04.2022
Owner
Golden Horse Shoe Farms
01.2020 - Current
Certificate - Veterinary Medical Assistant
Lakeland College
Certificate - Paramedicine
Alberta Health And Safety Training Institute
High School Diploma -
Canmore Collegiate
Equine Science - Reproduction And Nutrition
University of Guelph
- Emergency Medical Responder April 23, 2021
- Transport of Dangerous Goods March 14 2021
- Psychological First Aid February 11th 2021
- Psychological First Aid Caring for Others February 11th 2021
- International Trauma Life Saving March 12th 2021
- Daily Nutrition Matters 101 Oct 16 2022
- Daily Nutrition Matters 201 Nov 28 2022
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