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Elizabeth Hargis (Day)
Summary
A dedicated and compassionate veterinarian with a passion for small animal care and preventative medicine. Proficient in problem-solving and effective communication in a fast-paced environment, with focus on delivering high-quality care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Veterinarian
Pet Care Center
2023.06 - 2024.06
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Performed both scheduled and emergent surgeries on small animals species.
- Contributed to successful clinic operations by collaborating with colleagues on case management and maintaining detailed records.
- Participated in community outreach events with local shelters to provide spay/neuter surgeries and medical care to stray animals
Student Summer Program
VCA Shelden Animal Hospital
2021.06 - 2021.08
- Assisted in fear-free exams, surgeries, and client education
- Provided hospital support by performing diagnostic tests, maintaining medical records, filling prescriptions, and assisting with hospital general upkeep
SVP Student Summer Program
Lyndon Animal Clinic
2021.06 - 2021.08
- Assisted in diagnostics, exams, surgeries, and client education
Student Summer Program
Banfield Pet Hospital
2020.06 - 2020.08
- Assisted in exams, surgeries, diagnostics, and treatments
Veterinary Assistant
All 4 Paws Veterinary Clinic
2018.08 - 2019.07
- Managed the training of new employees
- Performed reception duties including, scheduling appointments, discharging patients, and running transactions
- Assisted in physical exams, surgeries, diagnostics, and treatments
Animal Care Technician
Lexington Humane Society
2017.05 - 2018.05
- Assisted the public with adoptions
- Maintained proper sanitation and cleanliness of adoption areas
- Assisted with the training of new employees
Veterinary Assistant
Hebron Animal Hospital
2015.06 - 2016.08
- Assisted in exams, surgeries, diagnostics, and treatments
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Auburn, AL2023-05
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY2018-05
Skills
- Client communication
- Preventative medicine
- Illness assessment and treatment
- Compassionate care
- Vaccination administration
Certification
- Veterinary License - South Carolina Veterinary Medical Board.
- Veterinary License - Alabama Veterinary Medical Board.
Interests
Activities
Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association Student Representative
VOICE
Vice president 2020-2022
Omega Tau Sigma
Vice President 2020-2022
Shelter Vets
Rounds Leader 2020-2021
Community Outreach Club
Student American Veterinary Medical Association
Veterinary Business Management Association
Accomplishments
Deans Award
o Awarded to the veterinary graduate with the highest overall GPA upon graduation
Dr. T.C Fitzgerald Memorial Award
o Awarded to a second-year student's outstanding ability and academic performance in anatomy during their first year.
Dr. LaVerne Krista Histology Award
o Awarded to a second-year student's outstanding ability and academic performance in histology during their first year.
Phi Kappa Phi
o Membership awarded to the top 10% of graduate students based on academic excellence
Phi Zeta
o Organization that recognizes and promotes scholarship and research in matters pertaining to the welfare and disease of animals, awarded to the top 7.5% of 3rd year veterinary students
• VBMA Business Certificate
Timeline
Associate Veterinarian
Pet Care Center
2023.06 - 2024.06
Student Summer Program
VCA Shelden Animal Hospital
2021.06 - 2021.08
SVP Student Summer Program
Lyndon Animal Clinic
2021.06 - 2021.08
Student Summer Program
Banfield Pet Hospital
2020.06 - 2020.08
Veterinary Assistant
All 4 Paws Veterinary Clinic
2018.08 - 2019.07
Animal Care Technician
Lexington Humane Society
2017.05 - 2018.05
Veterinary Assistant
Hebron Animal Hospital
2015.06 - 2016.08
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of Kentucky