Bright Blackmon
Columbus
Summary
Pre-veterinary student with clinical experience in small animal hospitals and practical livestock handling experience in agricultural settings. Expereinced in surgical preparation, laboratory diagnostics, and client-facing consultations. Passionate about animal health, and advancing toward a career in veterinary medicine. Eager to contribute work ethic, adaptability, and strong communication skills to a summer veterinary internship.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Happy Hooves Therapeutic Riding Program
Greenville, SC
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted in therapeutic riding sessions, ensuring rider safety and comfort.
- Supported instructors in preparing horses for lessons, enhancing program efficiency.
- Engaged with participants to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
- Assisted with grooming, tacking, and untacking horses prior to and following lessons
- Led horses during therapeutic riding sessions for children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities
- Side-walked during sessions to ensure rider safety and stability
- Developed calm, consistent handling techniques for horses in high-stimulation environments
- Built rapport with riders and families to create a supportive, encouraging atmosphere
Veterinary Assistant/Shadowing Student
Weems Road Animal Hospital
Columbus, GA
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in surgical prep and sterile field maintenance
- Observed amputations, spays, neuters, and dental procedures
- Administered vaccinations under supervision
- Assisted in post-operative recovery monitoring
- Collected and processed blood samples; ran in-house diagnostics
- Performed microscopy (yeast and bacterial identification)
- Cleaned and sterilized surgical equipment
Veterinary Assistant/Shadowing Student
Green Island Veterinary Clinic
Dunedin, New Zealand
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Assisted in handling and restraining animals during examinations and procedures.
- Supported veterinarians by preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments.
- Learned to administer medications and vaccinations under supervision.
- Maintained cleanliness of clinic facilities, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Observed small animal surgeries including spays, neuters, hernia repair, and dental extractions
- Observed abdominal ultrasounds and cytology (including suspected prostatic carcinoma case)
- Participated in 7+ daily consultations (arthritis, dermatology, orthopedic, ophthalmic cases)
- Gained exposure to TTA vs. TPLO surgical planning
- Observed anesthesia induction and post-operative monitoring
Veterinary Assistant/Shadowing Student
Vetlife St. Kilda
Dunedin, New Zealand
10.2025 - 10.2025
- Observed feline dental procedures (scale and polish)
- Assisted in sedation prep and patient restraint
- Observed diagnostic bloodwork and endocrine case management
- Practiced drug calculations and reviewed controlled substance logs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Furman University
Greenville, SC05.2027
Skills
- Client communication
- Vaccine administration (canine)
- Blood collection and in-house diagnostics
- Microscopy and cytology observation
- Surgical preparation and recovery monitoring
- Sample collection
- Animal grooming
- Diagnostic imaging
- Post operative care
- Equipment sterilization and sanitation
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant/Shadowing Student
Weems Road Animal Hospital
11.2025 - 12.2025
Veterinary Assistant/Shadowing Student
Green Island Veterinary Clinic
10.2025 - 10.2025
Veterinary Assistant/Shadowing Student
Vetlife St. Kilda
10.2025 - 10.2025
Volunteer
Happy Hooves Therapeutic Riding Program
02.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Furman University