Takira Johnson
Memphis
Summary
Veterinary professional prepared for high-energy environments with focus on animal welfare and clinical support. Efficient in assisting with medical procedures and maintaining patient documentation. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic settings, excelling in animal handling and client communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Priority Pet Urgent Care
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted in life-saving procedures, effectively collaborating with the veterinary team to provide optimal care for critically ill animals.
- Ensured the well-being of hospitalized patients through diligent monitoring and reporting of vital signs, behavior changes, or other concerns to veterinarians.
- Increased patient comfort by providing compassionate care and support during emergency situations.
Veterinary Assistant
PetVax Complete Care Centers
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Veterinary Assistant
The Pet Hospitals
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Delivered comprehensive guidance for pet owners regarding patient care.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
Canine Coach
Dogtopia
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted daily health checks on all animals, noting any changes in behavior or physical condition and reported to management.
- Provided routine care for dogs such as feeding, walking, bathing, brushing and playing with them.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment throughout the daycare facility by regularly sanitizing cages, bowls, toys and other areas used by the dogs.
- Monitored dog interactions to ensure safety of both animals and humans.
- Ensured that all dogs were properly vaccinated before being admitted into the daycare center.
- Enforced strict rules of conduct while interacting with animals in order to prevent potential harm or injury.
Administrative Assistant
Dick Sporting Goods
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Monitored progress on projects assigned by upper management.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ01-2028
High School Diploma -
Southwind High School
Memphis, TN05-2017
Skills
- Procedure Support
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Animal Safety
- Euthanasia assistance
- Sample collection
- Urgent care
- Proficient in ezyvet,avimark,cornerstone
- Animal safety
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Priority Pet Urgent Care
08.2024 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
PetVax Complete Care Centers
06.2024 - 08.2024
Veterinary Assistant
The Pet Hospitals
02.2022 - 05.2024
Canine Coach
Dogtopia
09.2021 - 01.2022
Administrative Assistant
Dick Sporting Goods
04.2020 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
High School Diploma -
Southwind High School
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