Sally Wilkes
Young,NSW
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in animal healthcare. Skilled in laboratory procedures, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Raise Mentoring, Youth
2022.01
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Casual Worker
Young Public School
2022.11 - Current
- School Learning Support Officer
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Supervised students on field trips for safety and proper behavior in public settings.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
Casual Worker
Mimosa Catering
2021.01 - Current
- Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
- locally owned family business.
Owner
Contract Cleaning Business
2017.01 - Current
- Cleaned and maintained lobbies, offices and other common areas in commercial buildings.
Veterinary Nurse
Young Veterinary Clinic
2004.01 - 2023.01
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
Education
Responsible service of alcohol -
Barista course -
School of Social Work And Arts
Charles Sturt University
Wagga Wagga, NSW06.2025
Certificate 4 in School based education support - Education
Tafe Digital
Online04.2024
Certificate IV in Design -
Open Colleges
01.2014
Bachelor of Medical science (pathology specialising) -
Charles Sturt University
01.2011
Study Link course Maths and Chemistry -
Charles Sturt University
01.2008
Bachelor of Nursing -
Charles Sturt University
01.2007
Certificate III in animal studies and Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing -
Orange TAFE
Orange, NSW01.2006
Completed year 10 school certificate -
Hennessy Catholic College
Young, NSW01.2004
Skills
- Clerical Support
- Answering Phones
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Document Management
- Recordkeeping and Confidentiality
- Administrative Tasks
- NSW Driver's License
- Positive Attitude
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 26/06/1987
Hobbies
My hobbies include: bushwalking, touch football, horse riding and reading books. I really enjoy being outside in nature and exploring new areas.
References
David Woodward: (02)63825155
Monique Woodward: 0409905092
Fiona Secomb: 0421 849 816
Melissa Powderly: 0427 104 816
Timeline
Casual Worker
Young Public School
2022.11 - Current
Volunteer
Raise Mentoring, Youth
2022.01
Casual Worker
Mimosa Catering
2021.01 - Current
Owner
Contract Cleaning Business
2017.01 - Current
Veterinary Nurse
Young Veterinary Clinic
2004.01 - 2023.01
Responsible service of alcohol -
Barista course -
School of Social Work And Arts
Charles Sturt University
Certificate 4 in School based education support - Education
Tafe Digital
Certificate IV in Design -
Open Colleges
Bachelor of Medical science (pathology specialising) -
Charles Sturt University
Study Link course Maths and Chemistry -
Charles Sturt University
Bachelor of Nursing -
Charles Sturt University
Certificate III in animal studies and Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing -
Orange TAFE
Completed year 10 school certificate -
Hennessy Catholic College
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