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0-5 years of experience
Assisted incoming clients by completing the required documentation, entering all pet information into computer.
- Educated clients about Optimum Wellness Plans, preventive care, hospital services and other issues.
- Ensured that clients and pets were comfortable, monitored hospitalized and surgical pets.
- Maximized the veterinarian's productivity by completing preparatory work for procedures and performing those procedures that did not require veterinarian assistance.
- Performed sterilization of instruments and preparation of surgical packs. Assisted in surgery.
- Basic animal and kennel care (feeding and cleaning).
- Assisted outgoing clients by providing all necessary instructions, information and invoices, dispensing prescriptions per the veterinarian's instructions, selling retail products and scheduling future appointments.
0-5 years of experience
- Skillfully applied prior accounting knowledge to effectively audit patient files for billing accuracy.
- Efficiently handled multiple tasks in 7 departments throughout a large-volume, fast paced hospital of 21 doctors.
- Endured long hours maintaining a high level of activity yet still provided clients with an excellent level of customer service.
- Insured that clients learned and developed the correct skills to care for pets through hands on demonstrations and pamphlets.
- Accurately filled prescriptions and applied my professional knowledge in answering client questions about the medications.
- Assisted in training new veterinary nurses in pharmacy, records, and communications departments.
0-5 years of experience
Performed advanced technical nursing duties in addition to maintaining an exceptional level of client service.
- Accountable for providing a high standard of care to pets in routine and emergency situations.
- Achieved the top position for staff incentive competition to market Royal Canin food to owners with overweight pets, resulting in personal commendations from the district representative of Royal Canin pet foods.
- Successfully created a high level of client satisfaction through exceptional customer care by identifying the needs of the customer and further nurturing those needs, resulting in an increase in product sales.
- Actively trained and coached new members of staff obtaining excellent customer service skills and practical nursing techniques.
- Marketed, managed and taught canine obedience classes at "The Grand Canine Obedience Academy" in Fort Worth for classes taught on a weekly basis, resulting in additional revenue for company.
0-5 years of experience
Educated clients on preventative medicine, scheduled procedures, behavioral issues/training, and post-operative services
- Supported chief veterinarian in surgery by preparing patients for procedures; ensuring cbc/blood chemistry where within normal range, administering pre-medications, sterilizing patient before procedure and administering post-medications
- Implemented microscopic exams: ear cytology, fungal cultures, differential blood smears, skin scrape, skin impressions, fecal analysis
- Administered medications and gathered blood, urine, or fecal samples for final diagnosis
0-5 years of experience
A five doctor domestic animal practice renowned for its comprehensive diagnostics, compassionate veterinary care, and exceptional client services.
- Led the development of a new stem cell lab, which generated over […] in annual recurring revenue
- Promoted to manage the stem cell lab while continuing to serve as head nurse and overseeing a staff of four nurses
- Developed and implemented policies for including iPSCs in therapeutic procedures
- Worked closely with Zooetis representatives to update hospital stock and equipment
- Communicated the benefits and protocols of prescription medications to clients
- Assisted technician manager in educating hospital staff on new protocols and procedures
- Subject matter expert for quality assurance and hospital control systems
- Surgical Assistant; one of only two nurses on staff experienced in orthopedic procedures
- Diagnosed the presence of pathogens and identified sample irregularities through chemical and microscopic analysis
- Continuing education certificate recipient through IDEXX Laboratories
0-5 years of experience
- Spearheaded night shift emergency / trauma care by taken ownership of client/patient history and relaying to Doctor and team
- Managed client expectations in highly emotional environment to ensure comfort in the workplace
- Supported high energy team providing efficiency amongst the doctors to perform critical duties
- Maintained positive team morale in a volatile stressful work environment, primarily focusing on patient care
- Performed medical care to patients by evaluating severity of the situation and clients goals.
0-5 years of experience
Reconciled accounts payable that ensured timely bill payments for the company Record keeping
- Compiled accurate medical history pertaining to procedures, diagnosis, and treatments for legal purposes.
- Educated the clients on procedures and care resulting in healthy pets and happy owners
- Ordered and logged supplies to maintain hospital efficiency.
- Prepared for surgical procedures to reduce the time Doctors spent on menial tasks resulting in prompt appointments.
0-5 years of experience
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
- Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures, such as administering pre-sedatives and anesthetic drugs. Monitored anesthetic surgeries and procedures.
- Collected blood and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure, ICU Critical Care
6-10 years of experience
- Trained new nurses and new volunteers
- Assisted with fundraising
- Conducted diagnostic tests and medical treatment under veterinary supervision.
- Monitored animals while the vet examines them and during treatment and provided house calls when necessary
- Collected blood, urine and other samples and carried out in-house lab work with equipment available
- Performed sterilization of instruments
10+ years of experience
Observed the behavior and condition of animals, monitored their clinical symptoms and ensured the comfort of clients and patients
- Obtained relevant patient information and history during detailed physical exam and maintained proper and complete medical charts using digital data entry
- Performed digital radiography, dental prophylaxis and laboratory tests on blood, urine, skin and feces to assist in diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems
- Prepared patients for surgical procedures including drawing blood for analysis, placing IV catheters, administering pre-anesthetic drugs, preparing the incision site and monitoring while under anesthesia.
0-5 years of experience
- Performed healthy histories and took vitals of animals coming in for examination or surgery.
- Assisted five veterinarians in animal care, testing, and surgery.
- Collected and tested specimens for diagnosis with in-house equipment.
0-5 years of experience
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and follow-up visits
- Trained new staff members.
- Gathered, organized and filed sensitive client information.
0-5 years of experience
Performed routine checks, dental cleanings, and dental extractions.
- Performed venipuncture and administered medications.
- Facilitated AALAS workshops on basic clinical techniques.
- Administered anesthesia, and performed and developed radiographs.
0-5 years of experience
Cared for transferred and newly admitted patients
- Assisted doctors with emergency procedures
- Obtained brief history and TPR for visiting patients
- Various duties performed include: triage; admit/discharge of patients; reviewed estimates and home care with clients; answered phones
0-5 years of experience
- Excelled in client communication and education and product knowledge
- Managed the Pounds off Pets (POP) program and conducted nutritional consultations with clients to evaluate the pet's nutritional needs and develop a weight loss plan
- Assisted the on-duty veterinarian with surgeries and other medical procedures
- Certified as a Hill's Veterinary Nutritional Advocate
- Managed Animal Care staff including training, hiring, and scheduling
0-5 years of experience
- Gathered patient history and vital signs/discussed patient needs with client
- Performed clinical laboratory procedures/assisted in surgical procedures
- Filled and administered medications/provided complete at-home directions for usage
- Received promotion from Veterinary Assistant to Veterinary Nurse due to team leadership and strong work ethic
0-5 years of experience
Solo overnight Intensive Care Nursing.
- Proven abilities in acute care, ventilator, central line placement and resuscitation.
- Technical support for diagnostic medical equipment and computer networks.
- Participated in generating ideas for clinic efficiency and operational cost analysis.
- Involved in all aspects of Intensive Veterinary Internal medicine and critical
0-5 years of experience
- Worked appointments with all veterinarians with vaccines, bloodwork and client education
- Performed dentals and assisted in surgeries/ monitored anesthesia
- Performed and transmitted radiographs for radiologists
- Assisted in surgeries and performed anesthesia on patients
- OSHA coordinator for the hospital
0-5 years of experience
- Provided veterinary nursing care to hospitalized animals.
- Monitored anesthesia and first-assisted in surgical procedures
- Assisted doctors in filling prescriptions, communicating with pet owners, and monitoring patients.
- Administered subcutaneous, intramuscular and intravenous medications and vaccines.
- Administered and monitored oral and intravenous chemotherapeutic drugs.
0-5 years of experience
- Provided medical treatment, anesthesia and monitoring services.
- Assisted with parturition and routine assessment of care provided to large and small animals.
- Developed and implemented environmental enrichment program for pregnant Cows and Buffalos.
- Wrote and presented to staff new guidelines for early detection and therapy of necrotizing mastitis.
- Created new protocols for feeding and monitoring health status of pregnant and lactating large animals.
- Prepared all department purchase orders, developed good relationships with vendors, inventoried and monitored controlled drug supplies.
- Prepared equipment and instruments for sterilization in central autoclave.
- Organized supply closets, treatment room cabinets, crash carts, and a large textbook and journal library.
- Provided care for the animals if shifted to the intensive care unit after surgery.
0-5 years of experience
Prepared presentations that were used during marketing and P.R. events.
- Regularly attended hospital related events between scheduled work days.
- Annually assisted during symposiums with set-up, break-down and running the registry booth, orientation packets and collecting registration fees.
- As a Front Desk Coordinator: Assisted in creating medical documents, invoicing, scheduled appointments and responsible for sensitive client documentation.
0-5 years of experience
Provide pre-op and post-op support to veterinary physicians.
- Conduct radiography and diagnostic imaging.
- Primary coordinator of patient history, current assessment and future treatment plan.
- Responsible for filling prescriptions and managing subsequent refills of prescriptions.
- Ability to efficiently and calmly handle clients and animals in emotionally intense situations.
- Prepare oxygen, fluid and catheter equipment for routine use and emergency situations.
0-5 years of experience
Acquire patient history and perform technician exams on critical cases
- IV catheterization, venipuncture, induction and maintenance of anesthesia
- Administration and application of treatments, drugs, and medications to hospitalized patients
- Radiography including settings, positioning, processing and safety procedures
- Laboratory tests procedures with experience on Idexx machines
- Order and maintenance of lab and medical supplies
10+ years of experience
- Instructed veterinary emergency room principals to veterinary and nursing students in a university setting.
- Administered medication dosages, routes, and frequencies based on patients' characteristics such as age and gender.
- Treated acute health care problems such as illnesses, infections, and injuries.
- Used specialized equipment such as EKG, chemical analysis machines, anesthesia machines and radiology equipment.
6-10 years of experience
A team member of the hospital with humane nursing experience applied to patients.
- Responsibilities were to provide client education, communicate with staff on patient status and follow through with therapeutic procedures.
- Demonstrate schedule flexibility and respond to hospital needs
- Participate with continuing educational lectures at appropriate times.
0-5 years of experience
Client relations and education
- General laboratory and pharmacy duties
- Preparation and assistance with surgical and anesthetic procedures
- Medication administration to hospitalized pets
- General receptionist duties- scheduling appointments and surgeries
0-5 years of experience
- Provide basic care for small animals including but not limited to walking, feeding, bathing, grooming, wellness check-ups, and dental care
- Obtain accurate patient histories, conditions, treatments, and responses
- Surgery set up and maintenance
- Assist the Veterinarian during surgeries as well as monitoring anesthesia
- Administration of vaccines, antibiotics, pain medications, and IV therapies
- Perform phlebotomy, venipuncture's, and analyze specimens
- Receptionist duties including but not limited to answering the phone as well as client questions, making appointments, checking in clients, checking out clients, filing medical charts
6-10 years of experience
- Client relations and education
- General laboratory and pharmacy duties
- Preparation and assistance with surgical and anesthetic procedures
- Medication administration to hospitalized pets
- General receptionist duties- scheduling appointments and surgeries
6-10 years of experience
- Responsible for researching and relaying vital patient information to the doctor
- Restraining pets for IV catheter placement, blood draw, radiographs, vaccines, etc.
- Preparing and monitoring patients before, during, and after surgery and administering medication and post-op care as needed
- Drawing blood from pets via jugular, cephalic, and saphenous veins. Placement of IV catheters in the cephalic and saphenous veins.
- Preparing and explaining treatments and medications to clients
- Keeping the hospital clean and organized
6-10 years of experience
- Responsible for researching and relaying vital patient information to the doctor
- Restraining pets for IV catheter placement, blood draw, radiographs, vaccines, etc.
- Preparing and monitoring patients before, during, and after surgery and administering medication and post-op care as needed
- Drawing blood from pets via jugular, cephalic, and saphenous veins. Placement of IV catheters in the cephalic and saphenous veins.
- Preparing and explaining treatments and medications to clients
- Keeping the hospital clean and organized
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