Boarding Technician Resume Example Veterinary Healthcare Associates

BOARDING TECHNICIAN

Professional Summary

I am a very motivated individual who is looking for a new challenge and experience. I am very hard working and can do just about anything I put my mind to. I am a great people person and I am willing to learn. I have nearly ten years experience dealing with clients in many different situations. I am very organized and believe communication is key. I am looking for a new place to call home and work side by side with some great individuals.

Skills

Dedicated team player
Hard worker
Dependable
Organized
Compassionate
Empathetic
Quick learner

Goal oriented
Excellent communicator

Strong attention to detail
Trustworthy
Eager to learn
Strives for excellence
Motivated

Work History

Boarding Technician, 03/2009 to 03/2012
Veterinary Healthcare Associates – 3025 Dundee Road Winter Haven, Fl 33884

Spoke with owners dropping off their pets concerning their dietary needs as well as any other special needs the pet has while boarding at the facility
Going over health plans (as needed) if their pet needed to be vaccinated while there to board
Ability to properly disinfect kennels
Started learning the computer system Cornerstone
Ability to organize each pets charts and personal belongings
Exceptional note taking
Compassion for owners and pets
How to properly assess a pets disposition
Basic handling of dogs and cats
Excellent time management skills
Basic housekeeping skills
Bathing and basic care of the pets
Keeping clear and accurate records on animal behavior, food intake and medications needed for each pets stay at the facility
Ability to schedule future boarding and grooming appointments
Filled out "report cards" to add a personal touch as well as to inform the owner how their pet did while at the facility
Trained several boarding technicians
Cross trained in client services and with outpatient technicians

Veterinary Nurse, 2012 to 04/2016
Veterinary Healthcare Associates – 3025 Dundee Road Winter Haven, Fl 33884

Participated in bi- daily rounds with fellow technicians as well as Dvms
Obtained TPRs on my patients throughout the day
Placed and maintained intravenous catheters and urinary catheters
Administered intravenous, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections
Worked side by side with Dvms and fellow technicians ensuring each patient treatments for the day were correct
Entered daily charges for each patient assigned
Documented all activity in the form of treatments sheets, nursing notes and in the computer
Alerted DVM of each patients progress or regression
Spoke to owners of patients in ICU on their progress or regression and scheduled times for them to speak with the DVM
Used hospital protocol for isolation patients as well as patient with zoological concerns.
Recovered patients after anesthesia procedures.
Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment at all times.
Handled fractious cats and dogs.
Able to set up syringe pumps, oxygen cages as well as fluid pumps.
Knowledge of basic triage
Able to complete detailed estimates for services
Monitored critical patients
Ability to take radiographs
Familiarity with most glucometers
Ability to draw blood with ease
Familiar with heska and idexx in house laboratories
Ability to speak with distraught or angry clients
Ability to place nasal cannulas for oxygen support
Experience handling, documenting and administering controlled substances to patients.

Veterinary Technician, 06/2016 to Current
Cypress Animal Hospital – Winter Haven, FL

Obtained accurate and detailed medical histories of each patient and assisted the veterinarian in obtaining vitals and other diagnostics used to aid in the process of diagnosis and treatment of each patient
Familiar with Idexx Catalyst one and the Snap Pro as well as a variety of other snap tests
Iv catheter placement, and setting up intravenous fluids as well as some CRIs
Able to calculate oral and injectable medications and administer them to patients.
Familiar with the Cornerstone system for over ten years
Able to care for hospitalized patients and manage the pets medical chart as well as enter the necessary charges of each patient in the facility.
Administer pre operative medications, prepare patients for surgery.
Assist and take vitals on patients while in surgery as well as recover them after their anesthetic procedures.
Able to sterilize surgical instruments before and after surgery as well as the surgical suite and gowns etc.
Able to perform dental cleanings as well as dental radiographs on the Progeny dental radiograph system.
Able to operate the Companion laser as well .
Able to also care for clients, make appointments, take payment over the phone, in the facility as well as able to check out patients using Care Credit and the Wells Fargo Health Advantage credit card.
Responsible for samples of flea and heartworm preventatives for the puppy / kitten packs.
Maintained puppy/kitten packs
Maintained a numerous amount of informational brochures and client hand outs
Maintained the hospitals prescription diet samples
Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
Maintained correct and organized medical records on each patient in a timely fashion.

Education

High School DiplomaLake Wales Senior High School - 1 Highlander Way, Lake Wales, Fl 33853

Wedding Planning Online CourseNew York Institute Of Art And Design - New York, NY

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Veterinary Healthcare Associates
Cypress Animal Hospital

School Attended

Lake Wales Senior High School
New York Institute Of Art And Design

Job Titles Held:

Boarding Technician
Veterinary Nurse
Veterinary Technician

Degrees

High School Diploma
Wedding Planning Online Course

Boarding Technician Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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