Megan Lake
St. Petersburg
Summary
I'm a 3rd veterinary student attending St. George's University, seeking a position that allows me to work on my surgical and clinical skills under/with a veterinarian. I am a deep animal lover that is reliable, self-motivated, and able to have a flexible schedule.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Banfield Animal Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Banfield Animal Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Performed testing and completed blood counts.
- Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
Kennel Technician/ Veterinary Assistant
Bay Moorings Animal Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisting veterinary technicians and doctors during examinations, treatments, surgery prep/post-op
- Boarding: cleaning, walking, feeding, bathing, dispensing medications
- Animal restraint for blood draws, examinations, x-rays, ultrasound, etc.
- Nail trims
- Classified medical issues through continuous monitoring of animals
- Followed animal's nutritional needs with scheduled feedings
- Refreshed records with information such as weights, behaviors, medication times, and food intake
Kennel Technician
Gateway Animal Hospital
02.2020 - 04.2021
- Assisting veterinary technicians and doctors during examinations, treatments, surgery prep/post-op
- Boarding: cleaning, walking, feeding, bathing
- Animal restraining for blood draws, examinations, x-rays, ultrasound, etc.
- Nail trims, anal gland expression
- Protected animal health with proper maintenance of kennel areas and outside yards
- Classified medical issues through continuous monitoring of animals
- Followed animals' nutritional needs with scheduled feedings
- Refreshed records with information such as weights, behaviors, and food intake
- Aided in stabilization and treatment of patients during emergency situations.
Lifeguard
Lifeguard
Jim and Heather Gills YMCA
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Developed a strong network of support for swimmers by partnering closely with fellow lifeguards to create a safety network
- Delivered basic first aid and respiratory support to injured swimmers Rescued distressed persons using lifesaving techniques and equipment
- Improved response times through simulated training, using life-like dolls to enhance identification and first aid skills
- Rescued distressed participants with quick response and emergency care.
- Avoided critical events by attentively tracking swimmers and identifying risky behaviors
- Enforced water rules with a strict mindset, immediately calling out infractions and eliminating safety hazards
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
St. Georges University
Grenada01-2027
Bachelor of Science - General Biology
University of South Florida
12.2020
Associate of Arts - Biology
Daytona State College
05.2018
Skills
- Great communication
- Team player
- Fast and eager learner
- Flexible
- Laboratory testing techniques
- Medication dispensing
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Sanitation and sterilization
- Post operative care
- Vaccine administration
- Physical examination
- Injectable agent induction
- Jugular intravenous catheterization
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Patient monitoring
- Spay and neuter surgeries
- IV medication administration
Education and Training
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Timeline
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Banfield Animal Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Banfield Animal Hospital
06.2023 - 08.2023
Kennel Technician/ Veterinary Assistant
Bay Moorings Animal Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2021
Kennel Technician
Gateway Animal Hospital
02.2020 - 04.2021
Lifeguard
Lifeguard
Jim and Heather Gills YMCA
06.2019 - 02.2020
Associate of Arts - Biology
Daytona State College
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
St. Georges University
Bachelor of Science - General Biology
University of South Florida
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