Jody Gay

Provide pre and post surgical care for pets.

Coordinate care for hospitalized patients

• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

• Assisted veterinarians in performing medical procedures, such as administering vaccinations and drawing blood.
• Monitored patient health, including vitals and post-operative care.
• Provided technical support to veterinary staff during examinations and surgeries.
• Educated clients on proper pet care, nutrition, and preventive health measures.
• Performed laboratory testing such as fecal analysis, urinalysis, cytology, hematology, serology, biochemistry testing.
• Administered anesthesia to animals prior to surgical procedures.
• Communicated effectively with clients regarding their pet's condition and recommended treatment plans.

• Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
• Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
• Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
• Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
• Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
• Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
• Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
• Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.

• Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained
• Hire and terminate clerical and administrative personnel
• Provided management support to all staff members and ensured optimal quality service to clients
• Work with outside vendors to bring in new equipment or products
• Maintain great working relationships with emergency hospitals in the area.
• Supported entire practice's staff, which boosted efficiency and improved overall process flow.
• Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
• Motivated staff by offering direction and providing constructive feedback.
• Ordered supplies needed and kept tabs on inventory levels.

• Maintain controlled drug inventory and related log books
• Administer anesthesia to animals, under the direction of a veterinarian, and monitor animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted
• Perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, or feces, such as urinalyses or blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, or treatments, as prescribed by veterinarians
• Fill prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers
• Collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination
• Provide assistance with animal euthanasia and the disposal of remains
• Supervise or train veterinary students or other staff members
• Perform a variety of office, clerical, or accounting duties, such as reception, billing, bookkeeping, or selling products.
• Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
• Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
• Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
• Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
• Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.