Veterinary Technician Resume Example Lee County, Florida

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Professional Summary

Kind and attentive veterinary technician assistant with 2 years of experience helping pet owners care for beloved animals. Dedicated to ensuring each dog gets necessary exercise and attention on each walk. Knowledgeable in animal behavior and wound care.

Work History

Lee County, Florida. Fort Myers , FLVeterinary Technician | 11/2019 - 12/2019

Bathed and dipped dogs afflicted with mange or parasitic infestations and applied specific medications for itch relief.
Administered and medications to animals in treatment on regular, scheduled basis and documented any changes in condition.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment.
Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
Monitored health and behavior of animals by looking for urine and fecal output, completing weight checks and observing appetite during feeding.
Assisted in performing basic exams and tests such as and for all species of patients.
Assisted veterinarian during surgical procedures by creating and maintaining unobstructive surgical fields and passing instruments.
Collected and prepared tissues, cellular or microbiological samples by skin scraping, impressions and other non-surgical methods.
Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives, and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
Performed ophthalmological procedures such as tear production testing, topical anesthetic application, fluorescein staining of cornea and tonometry.
Maintained and updated daily log of time spent with dogs for calculating payments, itemizing activities and services provided.
Administered anesthesia for operations and surgeries.
Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
Induced anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection.
Implanted subcutaneous identification microchips into animals.
Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays.
Swept and mopped floors, cleaned kennels and runs and emptied trash to reduce infection risk among people and animals.
Cleaned, restocked and organized examination rooms.
Placed endotracheal tub to deliver oxygen and anesthetic gas to patients requiring inhalant anesthesia during surgical procedures.
Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
Assisted veterinarian during medical and surgical procedures.
Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.

Lee County, Florida. Fort Myers , FLVeterinary Technician | 09/2019 - 12/2019

Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and culture.
Assisted veterinary surgeon in neuter, spay and amputation surgeries and procedures across variety of domestic and exotic species of animals.
Conducted preliminary patient workups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition.
Provided exemplary customer service to owners by answering animal health questions and educating about positive animal care practices.
Processed new patients and updated client records with key information such as phone number and current address using avimark.
Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
Administered oral medications to animals in treatment on regular, scheduled basis and documented any changes in condition.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment.
Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
Monitored health and behavior of animals by looking for urine and fecal output, completing weight checks and observing appetite during feeding.
Assisted [Job title] in performing basic exams and tests such as [Type] and [Type] for all species of patients.
Assisted veterinarian during surgical procedures by creating and maintaining unobstructive surgical fields and passing instruments.f
Assisted veterinarian during surgical procedures by creating and maintaining unobstructive surgical fields and passing instruments.
Administered anesthesia for operations and surgeries.
Delivered continuous focus and attention to lodged animals, promoting high level of care and oversight.
Maintained daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, Drug Enforcement Administration logs and routine records.
Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical and diagnostic procedures.
Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
Implanted subcutaneous identification microchips into animals.
Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays.
Swept and mopped floors, cleaned kennels and runs and emptied trash to reduce infection risk among people and animals.
Maintained accurate pharmacy records and controlled drug, anesthesia, fecal, and heartworm test logs.
Prepared estimates for care, and presented invoices and collected payment from clients.
Cleaned, restocked and organized examination rooms.
Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
Interviewed clients to determine reason for visit and documented concerns.
Assisted veterinarian during medical and surgical procedures.

North Buckeye Animal Hospital PLC. City , STATEVeterinary Technician Extern | 06/2019 - 08/2019

Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment.
Assisted other technicians in performing basic exams and tests such as a CBC and urine test for all species of patients.
Provided observations, took measurements and performed tests at various stages according to quality control plan.
Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
Monitored up to 2 animals in post-operative care unit for anesthesia recovery, vital signs and activity levels.
Monitored health and behavior of animals by looking for urine and fecal output, completing weight checks and observing appetite during feeding.

Skills

Catalase testing
Equine lower leg wrap
Urine sample collection and urinalysis
Jugular intravenous catheterization
Cytocentesis
Nail trimming
Centrifugation and fecal flotation
Feline cat bag restraint
Tail restraint
Oral and topical medication administration
Administering anesthesia
Vaccinations
Medication administration
Canine and feline intubation
Observing and recording behavior
Cephalic, jugular and saphenous venipuncture restraint

Instrument pack sterilization
Administering IV medication
Ear sample collection
Fluorescein stain test
Communication skills
General anesthesia monitoring
Surgical scrubbing procedures
Patient positioning
Controlled substance management
Skin scraping
Safety and compliance
Examining animals
Restraint pole use
Heartworm diagnostic testing
Treating wounds

Education

Carrington College - PhoenixCity01/2020Associate of Arts

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School Attended

Carrington College - Phoenix

Job Titles Held:

Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician Extern

Degrees

Associate of Arts

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