Kali Steelman
St Louis,MO
Summary
My objective is to hold a responsible and fulfilling position. I am very passionate about working with and caring for animals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant/ Technician
Progressive Animal Wellness
12.2021 - 02.2025
- Performing jugular, cephalic, and saphenous venipuncture
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Filling prescriptions
- Performing in-house urinalysis/blood work
- Client communication and education
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Scheduling appointments
- Answering phones
- Trimming/grinding nails
- Proficient in Cornerstone software
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
Team Lead/Camp Counselor
Camp Bow Wow
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Managing play yards
- Supervising dog behaviors
- Giving medications/feeding
- Cleaning kennels and play yards
- Making reservations
- Answering phone calls
- Communicating with customers on their dog's day and if there were any behavioral issues
- Helping with dog interviews
- Training new employees
- Give instructions/directions to coworkers
- Giving baths
- Trimming/grinding nails
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
PENN FOSTER
Arizona08-2024
ASSOCIATE OF ART DEGREE -
ITAWAMBA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Fulton, MS12.2017
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
ABEKA ACADEMY
Florida06.2014
Skills
- Can lift up to 50 pounds
- Motivated
- Multi-tasker
- Reliable
- Experience with dogs and cats
- Fast learner
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant/ Technician
Progressive Animal Wellness
12.2021 - 02.2025
Team Lead/Camp Counselor
Camp Bow Wow
02.2019 - 12.2021
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
PENN FOSTER
ASSOCIATE OF ART DEGREE -
ITAWAMBA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
ABEKA ACADEMY
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