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Jessica Pedersen

South Yunderup,WA

Summary

Kind and attentive Registered Veterinary Nurse with the Veterinary Surgeons Board of WA. Hard working and a motivated individual always willing to learn and constantly completing courses to advance my knowledge in areas.

Have previously had Administrative Experience, Emergency Animal care, Reception Duties, Transporting Patients, Diagnostics, Fear Free Practices and eager to learn more.

People often explain myself as approachable, accepting and friendly. I enjoy working in team environments but also happy to work alone as I believe I am a very happy and bubbly social individual.

Any opportunity to learn and expand my knowledge in any area I absolutely love.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Veterinary Technician

Pinjarra Veterinary Hospital
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Enhanced patient care by performing diagnostic tests and analyzing results for accurate diagnosis.
  • Assisted veterinarians in surgery, resulting in successful procedures and faster recovery times for patients.
  • Provided compassionate nursing care to patients, promoting their overall well-being and comfort during treatment.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations as prescribed by the veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration.
  • Maintained detailed patient records, allowing for efficient communication between team members and streamlined care processes.
  • Collaborated with the veterinary team, contributing to a positive work environment and seamless coordination of patient care.
  • Conducted dental cleanings under anaesthesia, improving oral health outcomes for patients.
  • Trained new employees on clinic protocols, ensuring consistent quality of care across the veterinary team.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Facilitated collaboration within the team by organizing regular meetings, maintaining meeting minutes, and tracking project progress.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.

Veterinary Nurse

Lort Smith Animal Hospital
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Assisted senior staff with blood analysis and physical assessments.
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
  • Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
  • Maintained daily progress records, surgery logs, X-ray logs, Drug Enforcement Administration logs and routine records.
  • Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilisers, sedatives, and injectable or inhalant anaesthetics.
  • Performed dental cleanings using an ultrasonic scaler and polisher.
  • Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical and diagnostic procedures.
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Dealing with difficult cases such as FATE & Parvo Virus
  • Catheters, blood draws & fluid knowledge
  • Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
  • Euthanised terminally ill patients.

Business Owner CQ Grooming

Myself
02.2021 - Current
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Busy Owner & Manager
  • Developed strong rapport with clients, leading to repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Mastered breed-specific grooming techniques, catering to diverse clients with varying requirements.
  • Reduced customer wait times by implementing time management strategies in the grooming process.
  • Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Continuously sought out professional development opportunities, staying current on industry trends and best practices in pet grooming.
  • Safely administered prescribed treatments such as flea baths or medicated shampoos as needed per client requests.
  • Assisted in maintaining accurate records of each pet''s medical history, vaccinations status, and past grooming experiences.

Receptionist & Animal Handler

Yeppoon Boarding Kennels
03.2019 - 05.2020
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Prepared Meals for all animals and their nutritional requirements
  • Fed Out Animals with a strict schedule
  • Administered Medications when required
  • Provided constant enrichment techniques to provide the optimum housing
  • Reception duties

Work Placement (Veterinary Nurse)

Melbourne Cat Vets
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Maintained appropriate enrichment and housing for all animals in care

Education

Patient Advocacy -

Crampton Consulting Group
Online
12.2024

Telephone Triage - Emergency Care

Crampton Consulting Group
Pinjarra
12.2023

Reception & Admin -

Crampton Consulting Group
Online
12.2023

Certificate in Canine Psychology/Behaviour - Canine Psychology

Career Academy
Online
11.2023

Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing - Animal Science

Open Colleges
New South Whales
12.2022

Certificate II Animal Studies - Animal Science

Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC
01.2020

High Intensity Emergency Veterinary Training -

Veterinary Nursing Training Institute
Melbourne, VIC
02.2018

Certificate In Hospitality - Hospitality

CAE
Flinders Lane
12.2017

Certificate III Dog Grooming - Dog Grooming

Box Hill Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC
11.2016

Skills

  • Prescriptions Management
  • Providing Enrichment
  • Strong Understanding On Animal Nutritional And Housing Requirements
  • Bathing and Nail Clipping
  • Surgery and Procedure Preparation
  • Drug Inventory Oversight
  • Euthanasia Assistance
  • Equipment and Instrument Sterilisation
  • Physical Examinations
  • Anaesthesia Administration
  • Treatment Administration
  • Post-Surgical Monitoring
  • Animal Restraining
  • Medical Equipment Maintenance
  • Treatment and Research Records
  • Emergency First Aid
  • Humane Animal Restraints
  • Animal Loading and Unloading
  • Wound Dressing and Suturing
  • Dental Procedures
  • Diagnostic Equipment
  • Dietary Needs
  • Disease Control
  • Animal Health
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • IV Fluid Administration
  • Ear Cleaning
  • Inpatient Care
  • Parasitic Visual Exams
  • Behaviour Analysis
  • Animal Condition Evaluations
  • Dental Radiology
  • Qualified Groomer

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Veterinary Technician

Pinjarra Veterinary Hospital
07.2023 - 01.2024

Veterinary Nurse

Lort Smith Animal Hospital
08.2022 - 05.2023

Business Owner CQ Grooming

Myself
02.2021 - Current

Receptionist & Animal Handler

Yeppoon Boarding Kennels
03.2019 - 05.2020

Work Placement (Veterinary Nurse)

Melbourne Cat Vets
01.2018 - 08.2018

Patient Advocacy -

Crampton Consulting Group

Telephone Triage - Emergency Care

Crampton Consulting Group

Reception & Admin -

Crampton Consulting Group

Certificate in Canine Psychology/Behaviour - Canine Psychology

Career Academy

Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing - Animal Science

Open Colleges

Certificate II Animal Studies - Animal Science

Box Hill Institute of TAFE

High Intensity Emergency Veterinary Training -

Veterinary Nursing Training Institute

Certificate In Hospitality - Hospitality

CAE

Certificate III Dog Grooming - Dog Grooming

Box Hill Institute of TAFE

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