Kristine Birks
@kristinebirks
Dedicated veterinary professional with expertise in emergency care.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated veterinary professional with over four years of experience in emergency and critical care veterinary assistance. My background is complemented by advanced customer service skills and a strong ability to adapt to remote work environments. I have honed my expertise in managing ICU patient care, conducting remote client communications, and utilizing various veterinary practice management software, including Instinct, Cornerstone, EZY Vet, Smartflow, and IDEXX.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes in high-pressure situations. My experience includes managing critical cases, assisting in emergency surgeries, and ensuring accurate documentation and communication with clients. I thrive in remote settings, leveraging technology to enhance collaboration and efficiency while maintaining a focus on client satisfaction and care quality.
I am now seeking remote opportunities that allow me to apply my veterinary expertise and client-focused skills in telehealth, customer support, or administrative roles. I am passionate about utilizing my knowledge to make a positive impact in the veterinary field and support pet owners effectively.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Overnight ECC Veterinary Assistant
Old Growth Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care
Jan 2025 - Jun 2025 (5 months)
Independently managed ICU patient care, including NG/ET tube management, drug calculations, and monitoring of critical cases, ensuring accurate documentation using Instinct and IDEXX software. Conducted remote client communications, providing clear updates on patient status and financial considerations via digital platforms, enhancing client satisfaction.
Overnight ECC Veterinary Assistant
Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty and Emergency
Jul 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 5 months)
Managed triage and ICU patient care, documenting vital signs and treatment plans in Cornerstone and Instinct systems for remote access by veterinary teams. Communicated discharge instructions and patient updates to clients via phone and email, ensuring clarity and compassion in remote interactions.
Emergency Veterinary Assistant
Olympia Veterinary Specialists
Mar 2022 - Sep 2022 (6 months)
Supported diagnostic procedures and treatments, utilizing EZY Vet and Smartflow for remote-accessible patient record management. Maintained clear, professional communication with clients via phone and email, ensuring timely updates on pet status and treatment plans.
Emergency Customer Service Representative (CSR)
Olympia Veterinary Specialists
Sep 2021 - Mar 2022 (6 months)
Provided exceptional remote client support in a high-volume emergency clinic, acting as a mediator between clients and veterinarians via phone and digital platforms. Managed patient records and data entry using EZY Vet, ensuring accurate and accessible documentation for remote veterinary teams.
Remote Customer Service Manager
Alliance One
Nov 2020 - Sep 2021 (10 months)
Excelled in a fully remote role, overseeing a banking partner’s forbearance program and achieving high customer satisfaction through virtual interactions. Utilized advanced customer service software to manage home loans, ensuring accurate data entry and compliance with FDCPA regulations.
Veterinary Professional
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary
Provided critical care veterinary assistance, demonstrating proficiency in veterinary practice management software such as Instinct, Cornerstone, EZY Vet, Smartflow, and IDEXX. Managed remote client communication and data, ensuring independent task execution and leveraging technology for exceptional outcomes in high-pressure environments.
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