Rian Young
Jackson
Summary
Devoted veterinary assistant focused on animal health and well-being. Reliable and ambitious animal and dairy science graduate pursuing a doctorate in veterinary medicine. Skilled in examinations, assessments, common procedures, and sale techniques. Eager to contribute developed knowledge in building strong client relationships.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
07.2025 - Current
- Conducts daily feeding, enrichment, and welfare monitoring of non-human primates in compliance with IACUC and USDA guidelines.
- Assist in methamphetamine behavioral and pharmacological testing protocols to investigate drug-induced cognitive and circadian disruptions.
- Collect and analyze behavioral and physiological data related to methamphetamine-associated sleep and cognitive deficits.
- Support surgical procedures for the placement of brachial vein catheters used in chronic drug-administration studies.
- Perform monthly health assessments, document clinical observations, and coordinate with veterinary staff to ensure animal health and study continuity.
Veterinary Assistant
Crooked Creek Animal Hospital
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds for accurate diagnoses.
- Reduced stress for patients with calming techniques during exams and procedures, creating a positive experience.
- Dewormed and vaccinated livestock and horses
- Performed heartworm and cytology testing
- Contributed teamwork flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to learn new skills support colleagues achieve practice goals objectives.
- Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
Veterinary Assistant
Oakdale Animal Hospital
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
Veterinary Assistant
Dixie Equine Medicine & Surgery
08.2018 - 08.2023
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to equine owners.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating horses for various illnesses and injuries.
- Occupying horse during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
- Sterilized and maintained veterinary care instruments and equipment.
- Delivered emergency first aid to sick or injured animals.
- Completed enemas, catheterizations and intravenous feedings.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
Retail Sales Associate
PetSmart Charities
Starkville
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Operated the cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card, or automatic debit.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
- Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
Groundskeeper
State of MS Dept. of Agriculture Equine Center
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Cleaned and maintained horse stalls, grooming areas, and paddocks.
- Prepared facility for incoming equine events.
- Inspected assigned areas to ensure animal safety
- Maintained equine grounds.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05-2023
Associate of Science -
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS06-2020
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Veterinarian Assistance
- Medical Terminology
- Animal Safety/Husbandry
- Animal Handling
- Client Communication
- Health monitoring and record keeping
- Cognitive testing
- Sales
Certification
Beef Quality Assurance
Hobbies and Interests
Veterinary Medicine
Equine/Bovine Health&Performance
Animal Nutrition
Animal Reproduction & Physiology
Sales
Volunteer work
Mississippi Little Britches Rodeo Association
Morgan Performance Horses (Brandon, MS)
CARA Animal Shelter ( Jackson,MS)
References
Upon employer's request
Beef Quality Assurance
A program that provides systematic information to U.S. beef producers of how good husbandry techniques can be coupled with accepted scientific knowledge to raise cattle under optimum management conditions.
Accomplishments
Inducted into National Society of Leadership and Success- Mar 2026
Timeline
Research Assistant
University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC
07.2025 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Crooked Creek Animal Hospital
04.2024 - 07.2025
Veterinary Assistant
Oakdale Animal Hospital
08.2023 - 04.2024
Retail Sales Associate
PetSmart Charities
11.2022 - 06.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Dixie Equine Medicine & Surgery
08.2018 - 08.2023
Groundskeeper
State of MS Dept. of Agriculture Equine Center
06.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Mississippi State University
Associate of Science -
Hinds Community College