Veterinary Assistant and Clinical Support

LYNDA MICHELLE SMITH

Muskogee, OK ***** 918-***-**** *****************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Detail-oriented healthcare support professional with an Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Science and extensive veterinary clinic experience. Experienced in maintaining patient records, communicating with clients, performing laboratory testing, handling specimens, and following OSHA-aligned sanitation and biohazard procedures. Brings a calm, organized, service-focused approach to busy clinical environments and is eager to support patient registration, appointment coordination, and front-office operations in a medical practice.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Patient and client communication • Recordkeeping and documentation • Clinical and laboratory support Specimen handling and labeling • OSHA awareness and biohazard safety • Sanitation and infection control Customer service • Cash handling and accuracy • Teamwork and multitasking • Willingness to learn scheduling and EHR systems PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Veterinary Assistant CareVet

Muskogee, Oklahoma December 2013 – September 2026

• Supported daily clinical operations and communicated with pet owners and veterinary staff in a fast-paced care environment.

• Maintained patient-related documentation and handled clinical information carefully and accurately.

• Collected, labeled, stored, and transported specimens; performed routine in-house laboratory testing, including blood chemistry, urinalysis, and fecal testing.

• Followed established sanitation and biohazard-disposal procedures, used personal protective equipment, and maintained clean clinical work areas.

• Assisted with patient examinations, monitoring, medication administration, and surgical preparation as directed by veterinary staff.

• Balanced competing responsibilities while maintaining attention to detail, teamwork, and professional client service. Cashier & Customer Service Western Sizzlin Steak House Muskogee, Oklahoma January 2006 – December 2009

• Operated the cashier station and handled customer transactions accurately; built strong customer-service, communication, and money-handling skills.

EDUCATION

Associate of Applied Science, Veterinary Science Community Care College, Tulsa, OK ADDITIONAL STRENGTHS

Experienced in safety-conscious clinical environments; adaptable to new procedures and software. Prepared to learn medical-office workflows such as patient check-in, appointment scheduling, and insurance verification. References available upon request.

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