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Lindsay Grant

Orphir,Orkney Islands

Summary

Compassionate Veterinary Nurse skilled in performing animal exams and assessments. Works with lead veterinarian to diagnose illness and injuries. Supports treatment plan development and administration.

Offers enthusiasm for animal care and experience in record keeping and administration. Proactive and supportive worker follows instructions to execute precise tasks carefully. Proven background working with animals and building trusted rapport with customers.

Having worked at Northvet for over 30 years I feel I have been integral to the day to day running of the practice along with implementing various preventative health care protocols. I am very capable and confident in handling many species and deliver a very high standard of patient care. Northvet is a mixed practice, offering high quality health care to both companion and farm animals.

I also run a part time dog grooming business from home and we breed highland ponies.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Dog Groomer

Hair Off The Dog - part time self employed
Orphir, Orkney
08.2004 - Current
  • Maintained exceptional animal welfare during grooming.
  • Maintained repeat business consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
  • Calmed anxious pets to achieve positive grooming experiences.

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Northvet Veterinary Group Ltd
Kirkwall, Orkney
08.1989 - Current
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene of practice, creating safe environment for staff and patients.
  • Minimised patient stress by applying safe restraining techniques, using empathy, finesse and technique.
  • Cared for animals undergoing treatment and in temporary residence to minimise distress.
  • Ensured continuity of care by maintaining complete and accurate medical records for each patient.
  • Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
  • Treated ill or injured animals to promote smooth and steady recovery.
  • Prepared animals for specific treatments or procedures to minimise risk of complications.
  • Checked weight, heart rate and temperature of pets regularly, promptly reporting changes for quick resolution.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Controlled safe movements of animals to prevent injury and keep order within surgery.
  • Cleaned and sterilised equipment, instruments and materials used to treat animals to minimise risk of infection.
  • Offered steadfast emotional support to animal owners throughout distressing periods.

Education

Veterinary Nursing

Edinburgh College (former Edinburgh's Telford College)
Edinburgh
08.1995 - 07.1997

Skills

  • Animal care
  • Treatment administration
  • Anaesthetic monitoring
  • Surgical preparation procedures
  • Routine and emergency care
  • Medical record management
  • Restraining methods
  • Medication administration
  • In-patient care
  • Emergency and critical care
  • Patient monitoring

Additional Information

I have always been passionate about animals and their care. I have thought about volunteering overseas for some time and realise it's now or never!! I would love the opportunity to come to Fiji along with my colleague, Leona Leslie (vet), who has also applied.

Timeline

Dog Groomer

Hair Off The Dog - part time self employed
08.2004 - Current

Veterinary Nursing

Edinburgh College (former Edinburgh's Telford College)
08.1995 - 07.1997

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Northvet Veterinary Group Ltd
08.1989 - Current

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