- Live Music
- Hiking
- Socialising with family and friends
- Spending time with my Fox Terrier X - Spida
Finlay Russ
Maroochy River,QLD
Summary
Bachelor of Veterinary Technology graduate with valuable clinical experience in animal healthcare and general practice settings. Highly familiar with clinical procedures, consultations, laboratory diagnostics, surgery/anaesthesia management, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Nurse
Vets Central - Beachside Veterinary Surgery
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to maintain sterility and asepsis.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Assisted senior staff with sample collections and analyses, as well as physical assessments.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using the EzyVet program.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Administered medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Independently managed anaesthetic procedures - including preparation for the procedure, induction of the patient, anaesthetic monitoring and maintenance and recovery.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Independently placed IV catheters and induced patients for surgery.
- Assisted in inventory recording and ordering.
Farmhand & Machinery Operator
Windarra Haulage & Earthmoving
11.2019 - 04.2024
- As a fulltime farmhand on our broadacre family farm, I have been exposed to a wide range of responsibilities including machinery operation and livestock handling amongst other day to day duties
- Working both individually and as part of a team, this has instilled a valuable sense of independence and initiative, whilst also developing reliable communication skills and team ethics
- Extensive experience in handling and management of both cattle and sheep in low-stress environments, as well as on-farm assistance of veterinary treatments
Bartender
Murrumbidgee Turf Club
04.2021 - 10.2023
- As a bar supervisor, my key responsibilities included serving alcohol and interacting with customers, handling money and maintaining general bar operations, whilst also holding responsibility for the management, supervision and direction of bar teams for a variety of events, including private functions and busy race meetings.
- This position, alongside previous hospitality roles, has provided the experience and foundational principles to perform in fast-paced, and often demanding environments with confidence.
Bartender
Federal Hotel Swan Hill
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Through my time as a part-time bartender in a very popular and busy environment that is the Federal Hotel, this provided the foundations for the capable and professional customer service skills I have today
- As well as serving customers and handling money, this role provided experience in gaming and TAB environments, as well as limited barista skills
- This position also provided experience in resolving conflict and problematic customer behaviour, which has further reinforced my ability to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues
Education
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
Charles Sturt University
10.2023
St Mary MacKillop College
11.2019
Skills
- Proficient small animal and livestock handling skills
- Ability to communicate and work well with others, as well as independently
- Experience in general operations of veterinary clinics- including medical and surgical nursing, diagnostic procedures and receptionist duties
- Passion for animal healthcare and wellbeing
- Able to perform under demanding and high-stress situations
- Strive to please and perform to the highest standard
- Reliable, punctual and enthusiastic
- Excellent customer-service and money-handling skills
- Competent in independently managing patients and their needs
Certification
- Current NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification
- Current QLD Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification
- Full NSW drivers licence
- NSW Firearms licence
Interests
Timeline
Veterinary Nurse
Vets Central - Beachside Veterinary Surgery
04.2024 - 12.2024
Bartender
Murrumbidgee Turf Club
04.2021 - 10.2023
Bartender
Federal Hotel Swan Hill
01.2021 - 03.2021
Farmhand & Machinery Operator
Windarra Haulage & Earthmoving
11.2019 - 04.2024
St Mary MacKillop College
- Current NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification
- Current QLD Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification
- Full NSW drivers licence
- NSW Firearms licence
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
Charles Sturt University
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