Shannon Foster
West End
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Assistant with proven skills in patient care, sample collection, and surgical assistance. Known for effective communication and commitment to animal welfare, eager to enhance veterinary services through hands-on experience and technical knowledge.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Whispering Pines Animal Hospital
Whispering Pines
01.2024 - Current
- Recorded patient histories and updated medical records accurately.
- Monitored animals post-surgery for signs of recovery or distress.
- Collected urine, blood, and fecal specimens for laboratory analysis to aid in accurate diagnosis.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Assist Veterinarian with surgery and monitor patient throughout the surgery.
- Informed pet owners about care instructions and follow-up needs to enhance patient recovery.
- Administered medications and vaccinations according to veterinarian instructions.
Assistant Teacher
Grace Christian School
Sanford
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Assisted lead teacher with lesson planning and coordinated classroom activities to enhance student engagement.
- Assisted students with individual learning needs and academic tasks.
- Fostered positive learning environment through proactive classroom management strategies.
- Ensured safety and order in classroom activities.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and administrators to provide timely updates on student progress and address individual needs.
Assistant Teacher
Growing In Faith Academy
West End
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Assisted lead teacher in developing lesson plans and coordinating classroom activities to enhance student learning.
- Assisted students with individual learning needs and academic tasks.
- Promoted positive learning environment through proactive classroom management strategies.
- Maintained safe, orderly learning environment to foster student engagement.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Science
Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC05-2025
Skills
- Animal restraint techniques
- Intravenous catheterization
- Sample collection
- Patient monitoring
- Patient care
- Client education
- Effective communication
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Whispering Pines Animal Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Grace Christian School
08.2020 - 08.2023
Assistant Teacher
Growing In Faith Academy
07.2018 - 07.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Science
Central Carolina Community College