April Stuart
Knoxville,TN
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Volunteer Veterinary Hospital
Knoxville, TN
10.2017 - Current
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Collect samples, input data into computer, run laboratory requests.
Veterinary Assistant
Knoxville Pet Emergency Clinic
Knoxville, TN
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
Knoxville, TN
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Educated clients on wellness and discussed treatment plans, transcribed electronic medical records into Cornerstone.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
Education
Masters of Public Health Certificate -
University of Florida
05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN12.2017
Skills
- Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
- Emergency Situations
- IV Administration
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Veterinary Standards and Procedures
- Medical Triage
- Fecal, Urine and Blood Testing
- High-Pressure Environments
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Knoxville Pet Emergency Clinic
11.2023 - 01.2024
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
08.2018 - 07.2019
Veterinary Assistant
Volunteer Veterinary Hospital
10.2017 - Current
Masters of Public Health Certificate -
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
University of Tennessee