Catherine Fabel
Saint Paul
Summary
Veterinary student equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Laboratory Technician
UMN Veterinary Medical Center Clinical Pathology Laboratory
08.2025 - Current
- Intake patient blood, urine, fecal, and biopsy samples
- Perform diagnostic tests such as CBCs, chemistries, urinalyses, blood typing, blood cross-matches, and blood smear differentials
- Run point-of-care testing using i-STATs
- Advise clinical staff on sample collection & submission procedures
Intake Vetting Manager
The Bond Between
12.2023 - Current
- Maintained detailed medical records for rescue animals coming across state lines
- Performed basic physical exams for incoming rescue animals
- Administered core feline & canine vaccines as indicated by medical records
- Ran 4DX & Feline Triple SNAP tests as needed
Veterinary Assistant
Healing Hands Veterinary Hospital
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Provided care for animals before, during, and after surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
Veterinary Student Extern
BluePearl
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Shadowed radiologists, internal medicine veterinarians, and emergency & critical care veterinarians.
- Observed common emergency procedures such as urinary catheter placement.
- Reviewed common internal medicine case workups, including small cell GI lymphoma & chronic kidney disease.
Veterinary Student Extern
Anoka Equine Veterinary Services
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Examined equines to detect and determine nature of diseases or injuries.
- Assisted with both scheduled and emergent surgeries on equine species.
- Quarantined infected animals for specialized treatment to curtail disease spread.
Veterinary Student Extern
Animal Humane Society
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Observed the practice of spectrum of care veterinary medicine.
- Helped diagnose animal diseases through examinations, observation and testing.
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment.
Zookeeper Intern
Reptile & Amphibian Discovery Zoo
05.2022 - 08.2022
- ·Maintained zoo cleanliness through daily water changes and tank cleanings
- Practiced safe reptile, bird, and amphibian handling protocols
- Prepared diets for both carnivorous and herbivorous species
- Educated guests on reptile & amphibian species native to Minnesota
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Bloomington Animal Hospital
05.2019 - 08.2022
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
Student Worker
Little Moss Farms
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Worked with other students to ensure smooth lambing procedures on a commercial farm.
- Performed health checks on lambs & fresh ewes.
- Vaccinated ewes prior to release to pasture.
- Bottle fed orphaned lambs during routine intervals.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN05-2029
Diploma of Higher Education - Veterinary Medicine & Surgery
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, United Kingdom08-2023
Bachelor of Science - Animal & Veterinary Sciences
University of Maine
Orono, ME05-2022
Skills
- Animal handling
- Scientific writing
- Laboratory techniques
- Test results documentation
- Multitasking
- Animal restraint
- Medical record-keeping
- Vaccine administration
- Client communication
Certification
- Fear Free Certification - 2025
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Student Laboratory Technician
UMN Veterinary Medical Center Clinical Pathology Laboratory
08.2025 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Healing Hands Veterinary Hospital
04.2024 - 08.2025
Intake Vetting Manager
The Bond Between
12.2023 - Current
Veterinary Student Extern
BluePearl
08.2023 - 08.2023
Veterinary Student Extern
Anoka Equine Veterinary Services
07.2023 - 07.2023
Veterinary Student Extern
Animal Humane Society
06.2023 - 06.2023
Zookeeper Intern
Reptile & Amphibian Discovery Zoo
05.2022 - 08.2022
Student Worker
Little Moss Farms
03.2021 - 04.2021
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Bloomington Animal Hospital
05.2019 - 08.2022
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota
Diploma of Higher Education - Veterinary Medicine & Surgery
University of Glasgow
Bachelor of Science - Animal & Veterinary Sciences
University of Maine