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Nurse

Registrered nurse

Senior

Managed 35 clients; performed first aid, immunizations and assisted in convalescence and rehabilitation. Optimized patient care by providing rehabilitation and treatment plans to accelerate patient recovery; minimized pain, discomfort, infections, and complications. Assigned job duties to the nursing staff.

  • Provided care for clients with various forms of mental illness, ensures maintenance of therapeutic milieu and communication.
  • Developed Health Assessment Questionnaire to help the patient indicate the health conditions before physician appointments and allow the physician to document treatments and recommendations.
  • Supervised and directed Certified Nursing Assistants who provided patient care.
  • Administered treatments and provided medications as well as conducted medication education for discharge planning with patients and their families.
  • Facilitated role as charge nurse by supporting other nurses in their job requirements to achieve their daily goals.

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Certified nursing assistant

Senior

Optimized patient care by creating a safe, hygienic, and high-quality hospital environment; continually worked to accelerate patient recovery by minimizing infections. Offered health education to patients and families and coordinated with other departments such as social services, recreational and group therapists. Worked in all medical units including Neuro, CVCU, CVPCU, ICU, Emergency Department, Labor and Delivery, Oncology, Observation, Post-op, Pre-op, Rehab, Orthopedic, Med Surg, and PACU.

  • Answered and clarified patient’s concerns making sure that doctors’ orders are followed on time.
  • Ensured a safe and secured environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
  • Embarked into the innovation planning committee; crafted a directory for float staff, introduced colorful scrubs day, created reports, and bulletin boards.
  • Contributed productively to scheduled and non-scheduled changes, emergencies, and stressful environments.
  • Obtained health history, maintained detailed records, and provided patient/ family education tailored towards individual needs.
  • Created informational handouts and designed patient laboratory status letters.

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Medical assistant

Medical assistant

Entry level

Managed daily administrative tasks, including scheduling, patient check-in and check-out, and patient medical record at Pediatric Nephrology. Obtained and accurately recorded patient medical histories, vitals, test results for medical records while ensuring patient confidentiality is maintained. Prepared treatment rooms for clinical examinations and assisting practitioners with medical procedures and other patient care.

  • Delivered compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families.
  • Ensured compliance with all health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
  • Administered medications for patients as directed by physicians.
  • Administered patient records to ensure accuracy for submission for the kidney transplant list. Associated potential kidney transplant patients with community services and agencies.
  • Managed electronic health system submitted electronic authorizations for patient medications.
  • Worked closely with doctors to facilitate and support all administration duties for the medical practice.

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Certified nursing assistant

Senior

Optimized patient care by creating a safe, hygienic, and high-quality hospital environment; continually worked to accelerate patient recovery by minimizing infections. Offered health education to patients and families and coordinated with other departments such as social services, recreational and group therapists. Worked in all medical units including Neuro, CVCU, CVPCU, ICU, Emergency Department, Labor and Delivery, Oncology, Observation, Post-op, Pre-op, Rehab, Orthopedic, Med Surg, and PACU.

  • Answered and clarified patient’s concerns making sure that doctors’ orders are followed on time.
  • Ensured a safe and secured environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
  • Embarked into the innovation planning committee; crafted a directory for float staff, introduced colorful scrubs day, created reports, and bulletin boards.
  • Contributed productively to scheduled and non-scheduled changes, emergencies, and stressful environments.
  • Obtained health history, maintained detailed records, and provided patient/ family education tailored towards individual needs.
  • Created informational handouts and designed patient laboratory status letters.

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Healthcare worker

Caregiver

Experienced

Provided in-home care to a senior citizen, including physical care (lifting and bathing) and emotional wellness through expert knowledge of safety and body mechanics to provide compassionate care.

  • Prepared and submitted accurate and complete patient progress notes to the patient's family and care team.
  • Delivered friendly and professional companionship, including social activities inside and outside of the home.
  • Performed light housekeeping responsibilities, including cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.
  • Instructed the patient to follow his nutrition plan as directed by a care team.
  • Managed timely intake of medicines and supplements as suggested by a physician.

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Caregiver

Entry level

Delivered safe and caring childcare in a daycare setting (average of 46 total children per day), supporting ages three months to 6 years and collaborating with 2 other team members.

  • Provided collaborative and friendly partnerships through excellent communication.
  • Resolved conflicts with parents to build trusted and lasting relationships with the families and their children.
  • Organized group schedules for assigned children to ensure safety, educational stimulation, and physical activity.
  • Kept records of children's behavior and progress.
  • Communicated verbally and in writing any concerns or issues to parents.
  • Took care of children's meals as per nutrition requirement.

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Pharmacy

Pharmacist

Experienced

Oversaw day-to-day pharmacy operations and inventory management; ensures pharmaceutical, medical supplies, and drugs are stocked as per state and federal laws. Managed 2000 to 2100 prescriptions fill and refill. Reviewed with physicians and patients regarding medication dosage, drug interaction, medical equipment, disease management, and potential side effects of prescription and OTC medications. Supervises 4 pharmacy technicians.

  • Provided leadership to the loss-making pharmacy by establishing long-term client relationships that produced repeat business which dramatically improved revenue by 5 to 10 % per annum.
  • Facilitated Medication therapy management (MTM) to ensure the best therapeutic outcomes for patients; utilized Mirxa and outcome systems for medication therapy management.
  • Evaluated customer satisfaction by using comprehensive medication review which includes counseling and follows up calls; increased customer satisfaction rate from 40 % to 70%.
  • Spearheaded training and coaching for pharmacy technicians to improve productivity and quality score by implementing best practices. Reduced prescription errors by 60%.
  • Dispensed and compounded prescriptions; maintained accurate patient records, dosing information, and directions for use.

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Pharmacist

Senior

Strategized and led hospital-wide medication stewardship initiatives while fueling positive clinical outcomes. Clinically evaluate new biologic and oncologic therapy for use in the infusion center. Educated nursing staff, physicians, and pharmacy staff on drug therapy and disease state through lectures and in-service sessions. Participated in multidisciplinary rounds and patient counseling.

  • Improved real-time communication between pharmacists, physicians, and providers on patient care matters.
  • Collaborated with Chief Medical Information Officer to build a business case to enable Hospital pharmacist conversations with providers through Doc Halo.
  • Guided and directed pharmacists on clinical initiatives.
  • Oversaw Hospital Formulary Manage drug classes and authorized appropriate use of non-formulary agents. Define and refine clinical pharmacy policies and procedures.
  • Clarified and enhanced access to policies, procedures, and guidelines for all employees by developing the pharmacy portion of the Hospital Intranet.

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Dental care

Dentist

Senior

Built a practice around a caring and compassionate approach to patients and their dental needs. Effectively diagnosed and treated patient needs while counseling on the best ways to maintain and improve oral health. Provided a full range of dental services for all ages including family dentistry, dental crowns, veneers, dental implants, CEREC, and cosmetic dentistry. Strive to improve the overall health of patients by focusing on preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with your teeth and gums. 

  • Conducted oral examination including a visual examination, charting, periodontal probing, diagnosis, and treatment recommendations.
  • Built quality dashboards by utilizing cost parameters to measure quality.
  • Obtained x-rays, including the panoramic x-ray for proper diagnosis of the anterior (front) and posterior (back) teeth as well as the bite-wing x-ray series for proper diagnosis of proximal decay of posterior teeth.
  • Performed surgery by preparing the area for an implant and place the implant in the mouth.
  • Implemented a useable and validated Patient Safety Toolkit (PST) for documenting AEs for Patient Safety.
  • Incorporated continuous dental staff training programs for dental staff to promote a healthy work environment that breeds success.

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Dentist

Entry level

Treated patients with dental concerns while performing regular cleanings and preventative procedures to establish a plan for better dental hygiene. Corrected bite issues and overcrowding.

  • Performed dental procedures, such as extractions, root canals, and filling cavities by giving sedatives or anesthesia before administering treatments.
  • Ordered diagnostic measures, such as x-rays, models
  • Utilized tools, such as drills, probes, brushes, and mirrors to examine and treat teeth and mouth.
  • Accurately maintained records relating to the oral health of patients and the treatments given to them.
  • Effectively communicated with staff members to provide optimal care to patients.

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Physical therapy

Physical therapist

Senior

Planned, evaluated, and administered programs of Physical Therapy upon referral by the physician. Conducted PT programs to restore function, prevent disability and help patients reach their maximum level of independence. Directed, supervised, and trained Physical Therapist Assistant, Physical Therapy Technician, students, and volunteers.

  • Interpreted appropriate data through reviewing the medical record, physician reports, and patient/family interaction and utilizes appropriate assistive and orthotic devices.
  • Re-evaluated patients as needed, modifying goals and treatment as patient's status changes.
  • Communicated patient's evaluation and subsequent progress to the physician, referral sources, and other clinical staff and coordinated patient's schedule, treatment programs, discharge planning, and recommend solutions to patient care problems.
  • Provided and documented patient and family education regarding deficits, progress toward goals, and therapeutic techniques, with individualized instruction for a home program including equipment use.
  • Offered personalized therapeutic exercise including testing and conditioning, neurotherapeutic approaches to improve strength, range of motion, and function, Soft tissue and manual therapy techniques; including massage, spinal and peripheral joint mobilization, and manipulation.

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Physical therapist

Experienced

Helped patients complete their exercises, supporting them throughout the process of rehabilitation, limiting their frustration, and increasing their motivation levels. Developed courses on post-training self-care, which resulted in a reduction in dysfunction reoccurrences.

  • Assisted 35 regular patients per week with recovering physical motions and limb balance following profound injuries, including stroke, loss of limb, traumatic brain injury, and paralysis.
  • Increased recovery time by 9% by utilizing new ultrasound equipment to increase blood flow to damaged foot tissue during therapy sessions, focusing on tendinitis, fractures, and strains.
  • Tracked the effects of treatments at various stages and discussed with senior PTs and other healthcare professionals about modifying the patients’ plans to obtain better results.
  • Aided 10+ patients per day in performing their therapeutic exercises through manual therapy, utilizing stretching, mobilization, and warming up of joints before each new exercise.
  • Crafted therapeutic programs to restore muscle strength through heat and light stimulation.

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Psychology

Psychologist

Experienced

Offered full-service case management services, which included creating treatment plans and putting clients and families in touch with the right specialists. Supported young children by running specialized after-school activities and used rigorous testing procedures to assess their emotional and behavioral needs.

  • Designed special programs to guide adult participants affected by family violence, low self-esteem, mental crisis, and unstable relationships.
  • Helped young patients develop skills to prevent relapse after treatments and followed up with their families to ensure a steady mental recovery.
  • Mentored a group of 10 practicum students on ethical rehabilitation practices and counseling techniques while leading educational and therapy groups for patients affected by brain injury.
  • Provided mental evaluations to 75 foster children and analyzed the impact of living within foster care facilities. Educated foster parents on how to support a child's growth as well as how to handle attachment and separation.
  • Drafted written reports for 25 patients every week, summarizing symptomatology, diagnoses, and treatment modalities.

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Psychologist

Senior

Integral member of a small professional team responsible for growing the company from 200 to over 2K cases on a permanent basis for a psychological corporation created to serve the community specializing in the prevention and treatment of violence.

  • Served as the primary therapist; personally, handled over 500 clients annually.
  • Monitored client progress in therapy, addressed concerns, discussed goals, and wrote progress reports for courts, probation officers, and county workers.
  • Conducted psychological/forensic evaluations for Immigration Attorneys’ clients who were applying for U-Visas and other immigration programs.
  • Facilitated groups in conjoint children/family therapy, domestic violence, anger management, sex offender treatment, and parent training.
  • Established and maintained relationships with external agencies; facilitated referrals and ongoing services and support to families.
  • Consulted with the prospective patient's family members to determine the person's physical, cognitive or emotional needs.
  • Gifted in client assessment/evaluation and development/implementation of effective treatment plans.

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Doctor

Physician

Experienced

Handled patients of various ages, from pediatric to geriatric, serving up to 20 patients per day. 

  • Consulted with various specialists to seek alternative treatments for patients not comfortable with surgeries.
  • Achieved an over 95% rating based on client feedback by providing individualized care for patients.
  • Established and maintained lasting relationships with patients and their families, improving treatment compliance rates by 40%.
  • Championed departmental process improvements, including the implementation of a new health records management system that eliminated data entry errors.

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General practitioner

Senior

Oversaw patients ranging from 20 to 25 patients per day. Leveraged patient-centered care by spending more time with each patient and creating a seamless system of care for patients. Fostered teamwork, team member engagement, and community involvement with a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.

  • Utilized Electronic Health Records to plan care for individual patients and maximize impact on the population.
  • Established State of an art practice setting designed for a team-based practice model.
  • Conducted physical examination and reviewed medical tests and documents about consultations and medical histories.
  • Partnered with care team leveraging coaching and integrated behavioral health models to engage the geriatric patient population in care.

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Animal care

Veterinary assistant

Senior

Conducted examination and interviews, review care plan, records, laboratory tests, and diagnostic imaging to determine animal treatment need. Provided care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications drugs, vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.

  • Supported patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing, and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients.
  • Filled prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
  • Maintained a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by following documented standards and procedures in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
  • Maintained medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; updated database in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Demonstrated correct procedures in catheter placement, phlebotomy, emergency medicine, and digital radiology.

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Veterinarian

Senior

Managed 5 surgical patients, ensuring all clinic staff members are adhering to proper pre-and post-operative care of patients. Educated participants with all aspects of patient care and efficient/safe clinic practices. Work to prevent disease in animals and the spread of disease.

  • Examined animals pre-operatively to determine their ability to withstand surgery.
  • Inoculated animals and provide recommendations for follow-up care.
  • Supervised post-operative rechecks and order of medical treatments to ensure complete surgical recovery.
  • Obtained individual patient issues and provided appropriate solutions.
  • Articulated with Medical Director, to keep management apprised of all out of the ordinary situations.
  • Promoted the health and welfare of animals through client education and preventative medicine.
  • Handled and administered drugs accurately and following professional and health and safety guidelines. Dispose of any waste involved competently and swiftly and record all drugs administered to patients.
  • Provided suitable paperwork for animals traveling abroad, as well as inserting identification microchips.
  • Supported the Practice in its endeavors to improve and increase business through marketing, education, and self-improvement.

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All job titles Cardiologist Caregiver Case manager Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Charge nurse Chiropractor Dental assistant Dental receptionist Dentist Dermatologist Dietary aide Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Emergency Room nurse General practitioner Home health aide ICU nurse Labor and delivery nurse Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Medical assistant Medical receptionist Medical technologist Nurse practitioner Occupational therapist Operating room nurse Optician Optometrist Paramedic Patient care technician Pediatric nurse Pediatrician Pharmacist Pharmacy assistant Pharmacy technician Physical therapist Physician Physician assistant Psychiatrist Psychologist Radiologic technologist Registered nurse (RN) School psychologist Veterinarian Veterinary assistant Veterinary technician

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Nurse

Efficient, innovative, and patient-oriented certified nursing assistant (CNA) with 5 years’ experience supporting healthcare initiatives and daily hospital operations. Proactive and reliable multitasker with excellent organization skills and ability to prioritize patient needs and coordinate daily basic care needs. Highly motivated team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and passion for process improvement efforts.

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Medical assistant

Dedicated and compassionate health care professional with vast experience providing medical assistance, office management, and human resource support within a medical environment. Demonstrated competency in patient care, documentation, effective communication, and collaboration with other health care professionals. Strategic team player, skilled in managing electronic health records, driving sales, and delivering excellent customer service. Extensive experience in Onboarding, staff training, and employee relations. Ambitious change-agent, adept at identifying weaknesses and streamlining procedures to enhance the flow of the workplace. Detail-oriented professional passionate about supporting cutting-edge projects that promote the advancement of patient care and the well-being of the community.

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Healthcare worker

Experienced caregiver bringing three years of dedicated patient care for in-home and resident facility environments. Focuses on serving adult and geriatric patient populations to assist in emotional and physical needs with empathy and a culturally sensitive mindset. A trustworthy professional with a caring attitude centered on treating all patients with dignity and respect.

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Pharmacy

Professional and detail-oriented pharmacist with applicable experience and expert clinical skills. Collaborative, supportive, and organized health professional with excellent written and verbal communication skills, business acumen, and ability to work independently to maintain retail pharmacy management operations. Dedicated and attentive counselor able to establish and grow patient relationships while dispensing prescription medications and health advice.

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Dental care

Organized, collaborative, and professional dental assistant trainee with relevant experience supporting patient care initiatives. Collaborative, organized, and efficient team player with good judgment, strong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to follow instructions in a fast-paced and high-volume environment. Supportive patient liaison with history of coaching, prepping, and interviewing patients prior to dentist appointments.

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Physical therapy

Highly skilled and compassionate Physiotherapist with 10 years of experience in restoring patients’ routine activities through massage techniques, heat treatments, therapeutic exercise programs, and other noninvasive techniques. Expertise in working with all age groups with a variety of conditions. Continually promote prevention, acute care, rehabilitation, disability while maintaining optimal functional independence and physical performance. Fosters teamwork, team member engagement, and community involvement.

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Psychology

Results-driven psychology graduate with a deep interest in researching and analyzing patient behavior to provide an accurate diagnosis. Possessing good leadership and interpersonal abilities and able to solve complex problems alone as well as within a team with a very professional demeanor. Talent for observing emotional disorders and brainstorming effective treatment plans to help clients achieve their goals over the short and long term.

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Doctor

Compassionate, capable, patient-focused professional offering a high level of expertise, ambition, and drive to enhance the quality of patient outcomes in Emergency/Urgent Care. Repeatedly singled out by peers for improving patient satisfaction through a rich blend of medical expertise and laboratory excellence. Easily builds affinity and trust with people from all backgrounds, age groups, and life circumstances. Goal-driven individual with unmatched commitment, sound diagnostic and problem-resolution skills, and ability to remain calm and composed in the face of potential emergency and life-threatening situations. Follows code of ethics and protocol; highly accountable. Delivers uncompromising work ethic, positive bedside manner/demeanor, and positive communication skills in difficult situations.

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Animal care

Compassionate, dedicated Board-certified Veterinary surgeon with extensive experience in treating a wide range of veterinary orthopedic, oncology, thoracic, abdominal, and soft-tissue conditions. Utilize advanced technology and surgical procedures to ensure patients receive extraordinary care. Affinity for animal behavior and caring for patients to eliminate fear and anxiety during hospital experience. Adept at cultivating a positive environment and create an attitude for lifelong learning for staff.

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Nurse

Efficient, insightful, and passionate certified nursing assistant with related experience in diverse healthcare settings seeking new opportunities to provide personalized patient care in support of RNs and dedicated healthcare leadership teams. Motivated and hands-on learner eager to master new policies and procedures while contributing to patient care initiatives within a fast-paced hospital, outpatient, or hospice setting.

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Medical assistant

Energetic and ambitious medical assistant currently pursuing Certificate in Medical Assisting, eager to apply nursing experience and skills in acute patient care to support passionate physicians and assist with healthcare office management initiatives. Eager and hands-on learner ready to join a team with room for personal and professional growth.

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Healthcare worker

Kind-hearted healthcare professional committed to providing quality caregiving services by establishing trust with clients and their families through delivering warmth, independence, and a relaxed environment. I am eager to make changes in people’s lives as a Caregiver through my dedicated and compassionate nature at XYZ Home Care.

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Pharmacy

Knowledgeable and attentive pharmacist and recent graduate with Doctor of Pharmacy degree eager to leverage clinical experience and healthcare knowledge towards new opportunities. Adaptive professional seeking to join a hospital or retail team to support objectives in pharmacy management and patient services.

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Dental care

Patent-focused Certified Dental Assistant with 7 years of demonstrated experience in delivering quality care to patients performing a wide range of tasks ranging from patient care and education to administrative duties. Expertise in preparing patients for Dentist examination through pre-exam evaluations. Looking for a full-time position.

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Physical therapy

An energetic PT with a deep interest in managing rehabilitation programs for individuals with disabilities and acute physical injuries. Looking to apply my skills in functional strength training to administer active and passive manual exercises to ensure the well-being of patients.

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Psychology

Passionate professional with well-rounded knowledge about the emotional, cognitive, and social processes of human behavior. Possesses strong relationship-building skills and able to delve into patients’ struggles with respect and professionalism. Eager to collaborate with expert providers to ensure complete client support and excellent care.

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Doctor

Dedicated Physician looking to fill the Half-day Physician position at ABC Hospital to utilize skills in diagnosing and treating a wide range of illnesses.

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Animal care

Enthusiastic Veterinarian seeking a position at ABC Veterinary services to utilize skills in diagnosing and treating a wide range of diseases in cattle.

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