Lateria Drake
Aspiring veterinarian with hands-on experience in animal care and clinical support
Talent
Eastpointe, MI 48021Member since July 29, 2026
Animal handling & restraintBasic veterinary assistingMedication & vaccine supportAnimal nutrition knowledgeSanitation & infection controlClient communicationAttention to detail
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Animal handling & restraintBasic veterinary assistingMedication & vaccine supportAnimal nutrition knowledgeSanitation & infection control
About
Aspiring veterinarian with hands-on experience in animal care and clinical support
Experience
Cashier - Pet Supplies Plus - St Clair Shores, MI
(2025-05)
Nutritional Specialist - Pet Supplies Plus - St Clair Shores, MI
(2025-05)
- Provided customer education on pet nutrition, diets, and product selection
- Recommended species-appropriate diets based on health needs and life stage
- Assisted customers with animal care questions and concerns
- Maintained inventory and ensured proper stocking of products
Internship - Michigan Humane Society - Detroit, MI
(2026-12 - 2026-03)
- Assisted veterinarians and licensed veterinary technicians with daily medical care for shelter animals.
- Prepared, organized, and administered medications under veterinary supervision.
- Performed patient intake and obtained medical histories from pet owners during community clinic appointments.
- Conducted physical exam assistance for dogs and cats during routine and medical appointments.
- Prepared animals, surgical suites, and equipment for surgical procedures while maintaining aseptic techniques.
- Assisted with anesthesia recovery by monitoring patients and performing extubation under supervision.
- Monitored animal behavior and assessed Fear, Anxiety, and Stress (FAS) scores to support low-stress handling.
- Safely handled, restrained, and transported dogs and cats for examinations and treatments.
- Assisted with daily shelter medicine tasks, including treatments, feeding, and patient care.
- Maintained accurate medical records using veterinary software and electronic medical records.
- Cleaned, disinfected, and restocked treatment areas, exam rooms, and surgical spaces to maintain biosecurity standards.
Education
College of Veterinary Medicine - Animal Science - Michigan State University (2028-05)
High School Diploma - Lakeview High School (2024-05)
