KELSEY Matthews
Lebanon
Summary
Patient and client-focused veterinarian with proven leadership, backed by a successful career as a clinical practitioner in small animal medicine and surgery. Collaborative and motivating team builder with proven strengths in operations management, strategic planning, and education of students and team members alike.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Veterinarian
ReadiVet Nashville
01.2024 - Current
- Performed in-home examinations, vaccinations, lab sample collections, and administration of treatments as part of a mobile practice servicing the greater Nashville area
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans
- Contributed to successful clinic operations by collaborating with colleagues on case management and maintaining detailed records
- Developed client relationships by providing compassionate care, building trust in our practice's services
- Streamlined internal processes through development of SOPs for increased efficiency for staff members
Interim Medical Director
Middle TN Spay and Neuter Clinic
07.2022 - Current
- Performed spay and neuter procedures utilizing shelter medicine technique
- Performed rechecks as needed for patients seen through the organization
- Ensured proper bookkeeping in regard to controlled substances
- Maintained and adjusted surgical and recovery protocols when necessary
Dedicated Relief Veterinarian
PetVet Care Centers
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Offered general practice relief services to PetVet owned clinics within the Middle TN area
- Average caseload of eighteen to twenty appointments a day
- Provided soft tissue surgical services and dental services when needed
Associate Veterinarian
Providence Animal Hospital and Pet Resort
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Built a client and patient following to contribute to the growing need of the clinic
- Designed a SOAP protocol for use by technicians to aid in note taking and record keeping
- Performed soft tissue surgical procedures and dental procedures
- Acted as clinic supervisor to veterinary students completing fourth-year rotations through Lincoln Memorial University School of Veterinary Medicine
Education
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine -
University of TN College of Veterinary Medicine
Knoxville, TN05.2018
BS in Agriculture, Pre-Veterinary Medicine -
Tennessee Tech University
Cookeville, TN05.2014
High School Diploma -
Upperman High School
Baxter, TN05.2010
Skills
- Client Communication
- Illness assessment and treatment
- Radiology Interpretation
- Chart management
- Laboratory skills
- Diagnostic abilities
- Pet owner rapport
- Client Education
- Surgical Procedures
Timeline
Associate Veterinarian
ReadiVet Nashville
01.2024 - Current
Interim Medical Director
Middle TN Spay and Neuter Clinic
07.2022 - Current
Dedicated Relief Veterinarian
PetVet Care Centers
10.2021 - 12.2023
Associate Veterinarian
Providence Animal Hospital and Pet Resort
05.2018 - 10.2021
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine -
University of TN College of Veterinary Medicine
BS in Agriculture, Pre-Veterinary Medicine -
Tennessee Tech University
High School Diploma -
Upperman High School
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