Erika Harrison
Salem
Summary
I am writing to express my deep love and passion for veterinary medicine. As an assistant to technician's, veterinarian's and in surgery, Through my 5 year journy seeing and aiding various species I have been drawn to the medical field and care that a veterinary professional can provide. I am willing to dedicate my skills, time, and devotion to this field as a lifelong career.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Treatment Assistant
All Creatures Veterinary Hospital
10.2020 - 11.2025
- PERFORM SURGICAL SUPPORT:
- Provide anesthesia assistance during surgical procedures.
- Set up surgical monitoring equipment for soft tissue and dental procedures.
- Recovered patients after surgeries
- Performed TPR's and reported changes to veterinary staff for timely interventions.
- Prepared animals for surgery/set up for surgical procedures.
- Collection of specimens from patients for laboratory analysis, blood analysis, and cultures.
- Usage of Autoclave.
- Prepare surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments.
- sharpening of dental instruments.
- Ensuring machinery and instruments are cleaned and working properly.
- TREATMENT AREA
- Handling and restraint of animals across a wide range of species.
- Birds, reptiles, canines, felines, small mammals, and other exotic species.
- Administered subcutaneous injections, vaccinations, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while under pressure. Assisting in emergency situations effectively supporting staff with all needed materials and suggestions or recording vitals and doses of the patient.
- Reduced stress for patients with calming techniques during exams and procedures, creating a positive experience.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures, ensuring smooth operation of the veterinary clinic.
- Performance of nail trims on small mammals/exotics, canines, and felines.
- Rehabilitation of all species.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Facilitated efficient inventory management through regular stock checks, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Administered medications to animals while boarding and documented changes in condition.
- Practice of veterinary terminology, prefixes, and suffixes.
- Preparing of euthanasia supplies and end of life care.
- Clay paw prints, ink paw prints, fur vials.
- usage of final gift to submit aftercare orders for clients.
- Attentive to wildlife passing.
- X-RAY/LAB WORK
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds for accurate diagnoses.
- Performance of 4DX tests, centrifuge spinning's, blood/cytology slides and gram stains. As well as run a urinalysis test.
- Collected fecal, blood samples and ran urine samples for laboratory testing.
- KENNEL ASSISTANT
- Provided daily care for animals, ensuring cleanliness and comfort in kennel environment.
- Cleaned and disinfected equipment, exam rooms, surgery suite, and hospital kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Stocked kennel and cleaning supplies to maintain proper inventory for daily performance.
- Assisted with grooming services such as bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and ear cleaning for improved pet hygiene and health.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Monitored kennels for toy safety and removed choking hazards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the hospital, promoting a sanitary environment.
- Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
- Improved animal welfare with regular exercise routines and socialization activities for older dogs boarding.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Reset procedure rooms between appointments and disinfected equipment.
Video Editor
Leap for Education
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Designed a video project with an essay to follow 3 Peruvian dishes and how each recipe is cooked.
- Collaborated with a professional mentor from a restaurant who has experience in management and hair stylist background.
Education
No Degree - Animal Care
North Shore Community College
Danverse Massachusets05-2027
High School Diploma -
Salem High
Salem Massachusets06-2020
Skills
Dr Warner
Veterinarian
508-308-9468
Dr Welch
Veterinarian
303-912-1768
Patty Taylor
Certified Veterinary Technician
978-360-0207
Dayinera Everhart
Veterinary Technician
724-979-3693
Jessica Murdock
Veterinary Technician
617-669-4724
Accomplishments
- Taken the lead on and trained technicians on avian x-rays
Timeline
Treatment Assistant
All Creatures Veterinary Hospital
10.2020 - 11.2025
Video Editor
Leap for Education
07.2020 - 08.2020
No Degree - Animal Care
North Shore Community College
High School Diploma -
Salem High