Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Extracurricular Activities
Certification
Timeline
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Yashi Zheng

Coquitlam,B.C

Summary

Resourceful and compassionate graduating veterinary student seeking mentorship and guidance with a team-oriented, client focused veterinary clinic. Collaborative and motivating team builder that enjoys building positive, trusting relationships with both owners and pets.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Maple Ridge Veterinary Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Assisted with history taking, physical exam, annotating medical records, restraining animals.
  • Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
  • Assisted with soft tissue surgeries under the direct supervision of the veterinarian

Emergency Clinic Assistant

Animal Emergency Clinic of the Fraser Valley
6 2022 - 8 2022
  • Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
  • Assisted in the treatment and management of critically ill patients.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.

Client Service Associate

Smith Lane Animal Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2020
  • Used Cornerstone software to assist clients in person and over the phone to book appointments, refill prescriptions, and purchase pet food.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by effectively addressing and resolving inquiries in a timely manner.

Student Research Assistant

Department of Animal Biology, University of Guelph
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Assisted in research on the effects of bacterial stress on cattle and sheep.
  • Assisted in the completion of the research project, conducting literature reviews and gathering relevant information.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Western College of Veterinary Medicine
Saskatoon, SK
05.2020 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science Honors Program - Animal Biology

University of Guelph
Guelph, ON
09.2016 - 05.2020

Skills

Teamwork and Collaboration

Volunteer Experience

  • Emergency and Critical Care Club President, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, 08/01/22, 04/01/23, Lead the club executive team and organized small animal emergency medicine related simulation, cadaver labs and talks
  • Foal Watch, Ontario Veterinary College, Large Animal Clinic, 09/01/18, 05/01/19, Cared for foals in need of 24-hour supervision.
  • Rehabilitation Assistant, OVC Rehabilitation and Fitness Center, 12/01/17, 08/01/19, Assisted in rehabilitation and hydrotherapy of dogs and cats.

Extracurricular Activities

Varsity Field Hockey Team, University of Guelph, 09/01/16, 09/01/18, Worked as a cohesive unit, this was an integral part of the game and emphasized on our team. Improved time management and organization skills improved while juggling team activities and school. 

Karate Club President, University of Guelph, 09/01/19, 05/01/20, Organized training sessions and seminars. Negotiated with school administration for training time and space. Led the club in making important decisions on club fees, policies, and goals.

Certification

RECOVER

Timeline

Fear-Free

06-2024

RECOVER

05-2023

Veterinary Assistant

Maple Ridge Veterinary Hospital
05.2021 - 08.2023

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Western College of Veterinary Medicine
05.2020 - 05.2024

Client Service Associate

Smith Lane Animal Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2020

Student Research Assistant

Department of Animal Biology, University of Guelph
05.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science Honors Program - Animal Biology

University of Guelph
09.2016 - 05.2020

Emergency Clinic Assistant

Animal Emergency Clinic of the Fraser Valley
6 2022 - 8 2022
Yashi Zheng