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Katharina Aab

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

I am a dedicated and dutiful job seeker from Estonia. I value punctuality, details, hard work, positivity and team-work. My skill range is very versatile, because I have had jobs in farming, veterinary medicine and customer relations, which makes me a really good communicator and gives me a lot of experience with different animals (small animals, cattle, horses) so I could even handle temperamental animals with relative ease and gentleness. My education in Veterinary Medicine gives me a skilled foundation of animal diseases, behaviour and caretaking. I am a hard worker and willing to work overtime if needed.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Eesti Veterinaaria Kliinikum
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
  • Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
  • Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
  • Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
  • Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.

Veterinary Assistant Intern

Erivet Estonia
06.2022 - 08.2022

EriVet is a top-class Orthopaedic and Neurologic clinic in Estonia. It has the most valued specialists on the field.

  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Performed radiograph testing (X-ray and MRT) to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
  • Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
  • Took part of different surgeries as a assistant and also as a future Veterinarian.

Barista

Caramel Bakery
09.2020 - 05.2021
  • Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
  • Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots, and other equipment.
  • Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
  • Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
  • Packaged bagels, muffins and other food items for customer purchase.

Veterinary Assistant

Estonia Farmid
01.2021 - 04.2021

This job was at a dairy farm in Estonia, working with 3000 animals across 3 different farms.

  • Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
  • Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
  • Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
  • Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
  • Took part of the milking process.

Administrator

MyFitness Estonia
06.2020 - 08.2020

MyFitness is Estonias largest gym and studio chain.

  • Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
  • Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
  • Troubleshot employee concerns and recommended corrective actions to resolve issues.
  • Entered and maintained departmental records in company database.
  • Targeted new customers to grow geographic reach and increase revenue.
  • Supervised clients about our training programs, membership information and the usage of the equipment in the club.

Waitress

Cafe Fellin
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts. Remained enthusiastic through all situations, even in busy environments.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.

Administrator

MyFitness Estonia
10.2018 - 06.2019

MyFitness is Estonias largest gym and studio chain.

  • Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
  • Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
  • Troubleshot employee concerns and recommended corrective actions to resolve issues.
  • Entered and maintained departmental records in company database.
  • Targeted new customers to grow geographic reach and increase revenue.
  • Supervised clients about our training programs, membership information and the usage of the equipment in the club.

Beginner Waitress

Hapsal Dietrich
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness. If needed, helped with the washing and other works in the kitchen also.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.

Painter and Farm Hand

Agro
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Loaded and unloaded farm supplies and materials and stored in correct barn location.
  • Maintained and repaired fences, buildings and other farm structures as part of groundskeeping duties.
  • Replaced animal's hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor.
  • Renovated the barn.

Education

Master of Science - Veterinary Medicine

Estonian University of Life Sciences
Tartu, Estonia
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Viljandi Gymnasium
Viljandi, Estonia
05.2019

Skills

  • Skills of veterinary diagnostics, animal care, lab operations, pre-, post- and anaesthetic procedures, triage, sampling, handling and administrating medications
  • Experience in different abdominal, dental, neurological and orthopaedic surgery assistance
  • X-ray, MRT and ultrasound assistance and testing
  • Taking care of surgical equipment
  • Friendly and professional client communication
  • Horse care, riding and grooming Including different stable work
  • Handling cattle and administrating medications, observing for different medical conditions
  • Can handle both Windows and iOS systems

Additional Information

My hobbies are horse riding, boxing, graphic design and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

I handle Adobe, Microsoft, Procreate, Paint tool SAI.

I have an Estonian drivers license (since 2018) and am working on getting an Australian one also.

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant Intern

Erivet Estonia
06.2022 - 08.2022

Veterinary Assistant

Eesti Veterinaaria Kliinikum
06.2021 - 08.2023

Veterinary Assistant

Estonia Farmid
01.2021 - 04.2021

Barista

Caramel Bakery
09.2020 - 05.2021

Administrator

MyFitness Estonia
06.2020 - 08.2020

Waitress

Cafe Fellin
06.2019 - 08.2019

Administrator

MyFitness Estonia
10.2018 - 06.2019

Beginner Waitress

Hapsal Dietrich
06.2018 - 08.2018

Painter and Farm Hand

Agro
06.2017 - 08.2017

Master of Science - Veterinary Medicine

Estonian University of Life Sciences

High School Diploma -

Viljandi Gymnasium
Katharina Aab