Years of professional experience
Lauren Trusa
BSc (Hons) BVetMed MRCVS
Sheffield, United Kingdom,South Yorkshire
Summary
Patient and client-focused Veterinarian with proven leadership in veterinary practice management backed by a successful career as a clinical practitioner in small animal medicine and surgery. Collaborative and motivating team builder with proven strengths in operations management, strategic planning, and organizational transformation.
Overview
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Years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Veterinarian
A Crooks & Partners (CVS Ltd)
Sheffield, United Kindom
11.2020 - Current
- Developed and coached a team of 5 associate veterinarians in all aspects of patient care and client management.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Developed and implemented new practice policies and procedures for improved organization and efficiency.
- Maintained compliance with RCVS standards in all areas of operations.
- Facilitated hiring of qualified Associate Veterinarians by interviewing applicants and making recommendations for employment.
- Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
Associate Veterinarian
A Crooks & Partners (CVS Ltd)
Sheffield, United Kingdom
09.2014 - 11.2020
- Experienced working in a fast-paced environment treating an average of 25+ patients each day, including regular sole charge duties.
- Provided best care strategies and treatment options for acute and chronic cases through the application of Evidence Based Medicine.
- Proficient in performing routine and emergency surgical procedures, simple and complex dental extractions, and diagnostic imaging including routine ultrasound and AFAST/TFAST.
- Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, with a focus on regular auditing of controlled substances.
- Demonstrable client care skills including discussing treatment plans and prognosis, as well as risk/benefits of interventions and finances while remaining professional and empathetic.
Education
Bachelors Of Veterinary Medicine (BVetMed) -
Royal Veterinary College
London, England 09.2009 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Chestnut Hill College
Philadelphia, PA 09.2005 - 05.2009
Skills
Management of acute and chronic conditions
Surgical and dental skill set
Small animal diagnostics
Analytical and critical thinking skills
Sole charge experience
Effective communication
Decision Making
Inventory management
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Training and mentoring
Project oversight
Profit improvements
Accomplishments
- Blue Cross Bereavement Counseling, 2017
- Improve International Dentistry Toolkit Course, 2018
- Head of Dispensary Course, 2019
- ABVA Foundation Course in Veterinary Acupuncture, 2019
- CVS Level 5 Leadership and Management Training Course 2021 - present
- Conferences: BSAVA, 2015; London Vet Show, 2018
Certifications and Awards
- A Crooks and Partners Head of Clinical Governance, 2017 - 2019
- A Crooks and Partners Head of Dispensary, 2019 - present
- ABVA membership, 2019 - present
- Official Veterinarian (OV) License, 2020 - present
- Nomination for Pet Plan "Vet of the Year" Award - 2021
Additional Information
- UK Automatic Driver's License with clean driving record
- My hobbies include: cooking, gardening, travelling, amateur dramatics, and being a devoted wife to Richard and "cat mom" to Poppy
Timeline
Senior Veterinarian
A Crooks & Partners (CVS Ltd)
11.2020 - Current
Associate Veterinarian
A Crooks & Partners (CVS Ltd)
09.2014 - 11.2020
Bachelors Of Veterinary Medicine (BVetMed) -
Royal Veterinary College
09.2009 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Chestnut Hill College
09.2005 - 05.2009