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Kristen Lavin

Kristen Lavin

Associate Veterinarian at ANCHOR ANIMAL HOSPITAL, INC

New Bedford, Massachusetts, United StatesVeterinary
Company
ANCHOR ANIMAL HOSPITAL, INC
Title
Associate Veterinarian
Seniority
Manager
Department
Medical Health
Location
New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States
Industry
Veterinary

Experience

Associate Veterinarian

ANCHOR ANIMAL HOSPITAL, INC · North Dartmouth, Massachusetts

Present

Veterinary Assistant

PawSteps Veterinary Center · Northbridge, MA

Prepared appointments by taking a history and briefing the doctor to help appointments flow smoothly Restrained animals in order to assist doctors and technicians Developed skills in preparing and evaluating cytologies, giving vaccines, x-rays, running and reviewing in-house blood work, administering fluids, venipuncture, and other responsibilities of a technician Helped technicians prepare animals for surgery and monitor those animals during surgery Communicated efficiently with clients when performing receptionist tasks, educating clients about general husbandry, and answering client questions

Veterinary Technician Assistant

VCA Abbott Animal Hospital · Worcester, MA

Restrained animals in order to assist technicians and doctors with appointments Communicated effectively and interacted with clients when taking in or returning boarders and assisting doctors in rooms Developed some skills in administering fluids, taking blood, Doppler blood pressure, x-ray, and giving vaccines. Cared for and maintained any boarders at the hospital which included feedings, medications, walking, grooming, and cleaning up after dogs and cats

Cable Recording Assistant

Sutton Town Hall

Organized and posted helpful announcements for the public to be put on the local cable channel. Videotaped important board meetings held in the Town Hall

Earth Intern

Southwick's Zoo

Organized feedings to fit animals’ nutritional needs, cleaned and sanitized habitats, and cared for the general husbandry of zoo animals, such as reptiles, birds, small mammals, and small primates. Educated and appropriately communicated with zoo visitors, knowledgably answering any questions they may have had.

Usher

Jorgensen Center for Performing Arts

Communicated effectively with theater patrons, lead them to their seats, and adequately answered any questions about the theater

Puppy House Employee

NEADS/Dogs for Deaf and Disabled Americans

Looked after and foundational training of the puppies that had not yet entered the advanced NEADS training program. Socialized the puppies to new people and environments to help them with later duties. Prepared proper diets for the puppies including administering any medication or adhering to special nutrition needs

Cashier

Toys R Us

Operated the cashier and handled money exchanges for the customers’ purchases

Burista

Barnes & Noble Cafe

Mixed and served Starbucks brand drinks, coffee, sandwiches, and baked goods. Interacted regularly with patrons and co-workers with positive outcomes. Learned and worked quickly under pressure

Crew Member

Dunkin Donuts

Prepared and served coffee, other beverages, bagels, donuts, and other breakfast sandwiches

Education

Atlantic Veterinary College

DVM, Veterinary Medicine

University of Connecticut

Animal Science Pre-Vet

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