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Nicole Focht

@nicolefocht

Organized veterinary assistant skilled in animal care, diagnostics, and client education.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a hands-on veterinary or animal-care role where I can expand clinical skills, work in a collaborative team, and positively impact animal welfare while continuing to learn.

I am an organized and motivated veterinary professional with hands-on experience in high-volume clinical and rescue settings. I currently serve as a Veterinary Assistant at Banfield Pet Hospital, where I assist DVMs and technicians with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and perioperative monitoring while supporting 20+ appointments per day.

My background includes roles at Orphan Kitten Rescue of Oregon and Cat Care Professionals, where I performed sample collection, administered medications, monitored anesthetic recovery, completed radiographs, and maintained medical records. I was promoted from kennel assistant and am cross-trained in CSR, reflecting strong adaptability and a continuous-learning mindset.

I bring reliable teamwork, strong time-management and organizational skills, and a focus on patient advocacy and client education to improve compliance and care outcomes. I seek entry-level opportunities that allow me to grow clinically while contributing to animal health and operational excellence.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Banfield Pet Hospital logoBH
Current

Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital

Sep 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Assist DVMs and vet technicians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments in a high-volume practice supporting 20+ appointments/day; improved client compliance through clear preventive-care education and maintained OSHA-aligned cleanliness and safety.

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Current

Animal Care Attendant

Orphan Kitten Rescue of Oregon

Jun 2020 - Present (5 years 8 months)

Managed daily feeding, cleaning, bathing, medication administration, and behavioral observation for rescued animals to maintain sanitary conditions and detect illness or injury for veterinarian review.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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James Madison High School

High School Diploma, General Education

High school diploma awarded in June 2018.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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