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Jessica Claire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 (555) 432-1000, resumesample@example.com
Summary

Responsible and dedicated animal care professional with proven abilities in cleaning cages, managing supplies and meeting animal needs by leveraging compassionate nature and love for every creature. Offering excellent time management, multitasking and organizational skills.

Reliable vet tech with demonstrated history of creating bonds with pets and positive relationships with owners. Proficient in basic obedience training and commands. Handle dogs up to 100+ pounds and maintaining good behavior on group walks.

Responsible individual talented in working as part of effective teams or in solitary roles. Focused, reliable and committed to client satisfaction.

Skills
  • Animal care
  • Brushing and grooming
  • Nutritious Feeding
  • Exercising and playing
  • Preventative care and treatment
  • Recording and charting procedures
  • Use of muzzles and restraints
  • Spay and neuter surgeries
  • Safe animal restraints
  • Gentle and caring
  • Client education
  • Invoicing and collections
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Explaining treatment
  • Customer service skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Animal dentistry
  • Maintaining treatment notes
  • X-ray equipment
  • Monitoring recovery
  • Prescription fulfillments
  • Maintain controlled drug inventory
  • Administering subcutaneous medication
  • Recommending treatments
  • Muzzles and restraints
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • Preventative treatment planning
  • Multi-line phone
  • Collecting specimens for analysis
  • Lab analysis
Experience
09/2018 to Current Veterinary Technician Seaworld Parks | San Antonio, TX,
  • Walked animals outside for potty breaks [Number] times per shift to avoid accidents in play areas and on bedding.
  • Reviewed inventory levels during shifts and placed orders to replenish supplies, including shampoo, canine toothpaste and styptic powder.

Answered multiple line phone system, revenue producing facility and responded to questions regarding pricing and services

  • Laundered soiled animal bedding immediately to reduce infection, using appropriate chemicals.
  • Pitched in with laundry duties, including washing, drying and folding towels during busy periods, ensuring consistent workflow.
  • Kept dogs safe by remaining alert to environmental conditions such as [Type], [Type] and [Type].
  • Delivered consistent customer service to pet owners, effectively increasing repeat business by [Number]%.
  • Calculated payments by keeping accurate daily log of time spent with dogs, detailing activities and services provided.
  • Monitored [Number] animals per [Timeframe] during after-hours shifts.
  • Attended to sick or injured animals by securing veterinary care and notifying owners quickly of pet's condition.
  • Prepared and labeled medications and informed client of administration techniques.
  • Performed routine laboratory procedures such as hematology, microbiology, parasitology, exfoliative cytology, blood chemistry, coprology, urinalysis and serology.
  • Completed admission records, including statements made by client concerning patient's problems and history.
  • Administered and applied treatments, drugs, oxygen therapy, medications and immunological agents.
  • Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, fur blow drying and combing out matted fur during high-volume periods, including holidays.
  • Reviewed vaccination records, and prepare and administer vaccinations according to clinic protocols.
  • Applied casts and splints to immobilize fractures.
  • Used IDEXX to analyze bloodwork and samples and diagnose conditions and diseases.
  • Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to safeguard against accidental injuries.
  • Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes into surgi-packs for autoclave sterilization.
  • Met with pet owners, explained lodging, grooming and daily care services and cross-sold specialty products like bows, ribbons, pet toys and treats.
  • Recommended products to sustain optimal wellness, including vitamins and supplements, dental cleaning, flea control, geriatric care and dietary measures.
  • Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures.
  • Prepared animals for surgery, including clipping, scrubbing, and disinfecting operative site.
  • Strategically scheduled patient appointments to maintain workflows.
  • Performed dental procedures, including smoothing, filing, polishing, and removal of calculus, soft deposits, plaque and stains.
  • Assisted veterinarian with surgical procedures by assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
  • Operated anesthetic machines, oxygen equipment and monitoring equipment.
  • Performed imaging with ultrasound and x-ray and interpreted results.
  • Organized, labeled and restocked supplies and pet food.
  • Performed physical examinations and record case history, weight, temperature and other vitals.
  • Collected urine by expression cystocentesis, or catheterization.
07/2014 to 08/2018 Veterinary Technician Seaworld Parks | Tampa, FL,
  • Trained and coached [Number] new vet techs.
  • Calculated payments by keeping accurate daily log of time spent with dogs, detailing activities and services provided.
  • Completed admission records, including statements made by client concerning patient's problems and history.
  • Reviewed vaccination records, and prepare and administer vaccinations according to clinic protocols.
  • Operated anesthetic machines, oxygen equipment and monitoring equipment.
  • Met with pet owners, explained lodging, grooming and daily care services and cross-sold specialty products like bows, ribbons, pet toys and treats.
  • Walked animals outside for potty breaks [Number] times per shift to avoid accidents in play areas and on bedding.
  • Recommended products to sustain optimal wellness, including vitamins and supplements, dental cleaning, flea control, geriatric care and dietary measures.
  • Reviewed inventory levels during shifts and placed orders to replenish supplies, including shampoo, canine toothpaste and styptic powder.
  • Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, fur blow drying and combing out matted fur during high-volume periods, including holidays.
  • Organized, labeled and restocked supplies and pet food.
  • Prepared animals for surgery, including clipping, scrubbing, and disinfecting operative site.
  • Assisted veterinarian with treatment of wounds, vaccination administration and operations.
  • Operated x-ray machines and exposed radiographic films.
  • Managed clinic operations, including supervising vet techs, scheduling and appointments.
  • Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
  • Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
  • Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
  • Performed dental procedures, including smoothing, filing, polishing, and removal of calculus, soft deposits, plaque and stains.
  • Interpreted lab results to diagnose veterinary disorders and recommend treatment plans to veterinarian.
  • Laundered soiled animal bedding immediately to reduce infection, using appropriate chemicals.
  • Prepared and labeled medications and informed client of administration techniques.
  • Applied casts and splints to immobilize fractures.
  • Collected urine by expression cystocentesis, or catheterization.
  • Used IDEXX to analyze bloodwork and samples and diagnose conditions and diseases.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to safeguard against accidental injuries.
  • Performed physical examinations and record case history, weight, temperature and other vitals.
  • Strategically scheduled patient appointments to maintain workflows.
  • Monitored patient vital signs during surgical procedures, and notified veterinarian of changes in stability.
  • Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
  • Administered and applied treatments, drugs, oxygen therapy, medications and immunological agents.
  • Provided direct care for animal patients in post-operative recovery, closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Performed routine laboratory procedures such as hematology, microbiology, parasitology, exfoliative cytology, blood chemistry, coprology, urinalysis and serology.
  • Performed imaging with ultrasound and x-ray and interpreted results.
  • Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes into surgi-packs for autoclave sterilization.
  • Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures.
  • Assisted veterinarian with surgical procedures by assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
09/2012 to 01/2014 Kennel Assistant Rocky Creek Veterinary Hospital | Greer, SC,
  • Bathed animals to remove dust, debris or contaminants and maintain wellbeing.
  • Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.
  • Monitored safety and security of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
  • Followed consistent safety procedures, including maintaining visible pet identification and checking tags to minimize care errors.
  • Stayed on top of housekeeping requirements such as laundry, sweeping and disinfection during slow periods.
  • Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
  • Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, fur blow drying and combing out matted fur during high-volume periods, including holidays.
  • Pitched in with laundry duties, including washing, drying and folding towels during busy periods, ensuring consistent workflow.
  • Sprayed down and applied cleaning solutions to animal cages to remove waste and dirt.
  • Administered medications to animals with meals or treats.
  • Documented and reported issues or incidents with animals by communicating with owners and [Job title].
  • Scooped and replaced cat litter and swept stray pieces of litter.
  • Supported animal health by keeping all areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
  • Cleaned up after animal accidents or incidents.
  • Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
  • Fed and refreshed water for animals staying in kennels on regular eating schedules.
  • Picked up dog waste using bags to dispose of properly.
  • Sanitized floors and other surfaces to provide sterile environment.
  • Washed animals' food and water bowls.
  • Met with pet owners, explained lodging, grooming and daily care services and cross-sold specialty products like bows, ribbons, pet toys and treats.
Education and Training
Expected in 01/2013 Associate of Science | Veterinary Technology Brown Mackie , St Louis, MO GPA:

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