Alice Neville-Smith
United Kingdom
Summary
I am a highly motivated and energetic veterinarian with a passion for medicine, surgery, and animal welfare. As a practical learner, I thrive in fast moving environments, enjoying challenges and problem solving. I take pride in my communication skills and outgoing nature and find satisfaction working in a close knit team. I have recently relocated to the United Kingdom from New Zealand and am looking forward to increased opportunities to develop as a veterinarian.
Outside of work you'll find me travelling, socialising and enjoying great food.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Locum Veterinary Surgeon
DNA VetCare. Medivet. Goddards
London, England
10.2024 - Current
- Developed independence, managing busy caseloads whilst in a sole charge role.
- Collaborated with other locum and permanent veterinarians to create consistent care and treatment plans for patients.
Companion Animal Locum Veterinarian
Avonvale Veterinary Group
Warwickshire
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided support to permanent staff across five busy clinics, displaying adaptability and great interpersonal skills when working within different teams
- Displayed a high standard of care and collegiality both when receiving and handing over ongoing cases
- Developed familiarity with new systems and regulations specific to the United Kingdom
Companion Animal Locum Veterinarian
The Vet Centre Northland
Mangawhai
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Further developed skills in companion animal diagnostics and treatments with the use of in-house blood and urine machines, and x-ray.
- Performed routine desexing surgery and grade 4 dental work to a high standard.
Production Animal Veterinarian
Farm Veterinary Matamata
Matamata
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Stepped enthusiastically into a teaching role for Massey University Externship students
- Maintained a high level of care with limited resources during a tight financial year for New Zealand farmers
Companion Animal Locum Veterinarian
Newstead Vets, PETstock vets
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Adapted quickly to new work environments with different SOPs, clientele and computer systems
- Communicated effectively with clients and colleagues to hand over ongoing diagnostic and treatment plans
Mixed Animal Veterinarian
Otamatea Vet Club T/A The Vet Centre Northland
Waipu
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Worked and communicated effectively in a large team with contributions across four clinics
- Provided a high standard of care working sole charge in emergency and out of hours services
- Rapidly developed core competencies as a new graduate across both production and companion animal fields
Surf Lifeguard
Surf Life Saving Northern Region
11.2016 - 05.2020
- Communicated effectively with team members and beach goers to provide the safest possible experience in a constantly changing environment.
- Acted quickly to assist and rescue swimmers at risk of drowning, responded to first aid incidents and coordinated missing person searches both on land and in water.
- Worked well under pressure, showing adaptability and resilience
- Learnt about the dangers of compassion fatigue and gained understanding of the importance of a work-life balance
Education
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Medicine
Massey University
Palmerston North, New Zealand11.2020
Skills
- Experience in afterhours/emergency service and sole charge roles
- Confident in small animal routine surgery and dental procedures
- Excellent communication skills to maintain client understanding and comfort
- Thorough understanding of blood and urine analyses to form differential diagnoses lists and plan further work-up/treatment
- Adept at managing high case load including both consultations, surgical patients and inpatients
Timeline
Locum Veterinary Surgeon
DNA VetCare. Medivet. Goddards
10.2024 - Current
Companion Animal Locum Veterinarian
Avonvale Veterinary Group
06.2024 - 07.2024
Companion Animal Locum Veterinarian
The Vet Centre Northland
03.2024 - 05.2024
Production Animal Veterinarian
Farm Veterinary Matamata
05.2023 - 02.2024
Companion Animal Locum Veterinarian
Newstead Vets, PETstock vets
03.2023 - 04.2023
Mixed Animal Veterinarian
Otamatea Vet Club T/A The Vet Centre Northland
01.2021 - 03.2023
Surf Lifeguard
Surf Life Saving Northern Region
11.2016 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Medicine
Massey University