Sarah Shassetz

Veterinary Assistant at Livewell Animal Hospital of Sloan's Lake (2025-08 – Present)

• Safely collected and prepared lab submissions, administered prescribed patient medications, and delivered compassionate care to both sick and healthy patients.
• Conducted diagnostic tests such as bloodwork, radiographs, urinalysis and cytologies to assist veterinarians in diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Assisted veterinarians in surgical procedures including preparing the patient, anesthetic monitoring, ultrasonic scaling and post-operative care.
• Trained and directed coworkers on best practices, protocols and workflow.
• Answered multi-line phones, executed electronic charting and invoicing, and educated clients on basic care including crucial preventative measures like flea and heartworm care.
• Maintained a clean environment, while specifically sterilizing and maintaining specialized surgical instruments and equipment.

Mammal Intake & Care Specialist at Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center (2022-03 – Present)

• Coordinated and facilitated critical wildlife intakes, managing clinical documentation, physical handling, and immediate triage procedures.
• Collaborated closely with veterinarians and licensed rehabilitators to implement and modify treatment plans for sick, injured, and orphaned animals.
• Maintained meticulous medical and developmental records to guarantee full compliance with state, federal, and ethical conservation standards.
• Trained and supervised a team of volunteers, interns, and staff on facility protocols and safe animal handling techniques.
• Executed field logistics for the successful transport and release of rehabilitated wildlife back into native habitats.

Wildlife Intake & Triage Technician at Northern Colorado Wildlife Center (2023-09 – 2024-12)

• Assessed and triaged incoming wildlife patients, accurately evaluating species, age, health status, and injury severity to determine critical immediate care steps.
• Delivered comprehensive, long-term therapeutic care, including prescription medication administration, physical therapy regimens, nutritional plans, and advanced wound management.
• Managed critical emergency public hotlines, de-escalating wildlife crises while prioritizing public and animal safety, and delivering public education on regional natural history.

Kennel Technician at Happy Trails Resort and Spa (2025-02 – 2025-07)

Camp Counselor at Camp Bow Wow (2023-02 – 2023-09)

Bachelor of Science in Zoology – Colorado State University, College of Natural Sciences (2022-05)