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Megan Martin

Berea

Summary

Dedicated Veterinary Assistant with a proven track record at showcasing exceptional organizational skills and compassion. Excelling in providing a high level of patient care and problem solving in a fast-paced healthcare environment, looking to learn and transfer my current skill set into a future career in nursing.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Barnes Mill Animal Hospital
12.2018 - Current
  • Cleaning and disinfecting exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels.
  • Facilitating efficient appointment scheduling by handling phone calls, emails, and walk-in inquiries from clients.
  • Collaborating with the veterinary team in emergency situations, providing critical support to stabilize patients quickly and effectively.
  • Managing inventory of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted patient care services.
  • Administering injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Educating caregivers and guardians on animal care, nutrition, medical conditions and disease management.
  • Collecting and processing samples for laboratory testing.
  • Maintaining a strict adherence to safety protocols when handling animals to minimize risk of injury or illness transmission between staff members or other patients.
  • Recording symptoms and documenting medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Ensuring proper restraint techniques are employed during examinations or procedures to protect both staff members and animals from harm.
  • Triaging incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.

Kennel Technician

Christy’s Pup Kutz
05.2014 - 08.2016
  • Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals.
  • Implemented efficient feeding schedules.
  • Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
  • Administered medications.
  • Reduced stress levels in animals by implementing structured play and exercise routines, promoting physical and mental well-being.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal Studies

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
12-2019

High School Diploma -

Madison Southern High School
Berea, KY
05-2015

Skills

  • Compassion and empathy
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Communication
  • Flexibility
  • Organization and attention to detail

Timeline

Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Barnes Mill Animal Hospital
12.2018 - Current

Kennel Technician

Christy’s Pup Kutz
05.2014 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Animal Studies

Eastern Kentucky University

High School Diploma -

Madison Southern High School
Megan Martin