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VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Summary

I offer vast experience and I am a dynamic team player with a passion for providing exemplary care and compassion for both the animal patient and their human family. My extensive equine background began as a young teenager and manifested into specializing in equine care and equine reproduction

Skills
  • Gram-stained slide preparation
  • Schirmer tear test
  • Equine tail wrap
  • Snare restraint
  • Physical examination
  • Oxidase testing
  • Halter placement
  • Pre-anesthetic preparation
  • Post-surgical clean up and OR sanitation
  • Client education
  • Subcutaneous injection
  • Monitoring recovery
  • Elizabethan collar application
  • Patient bathing
  • Vital signs
  • Spay and neuter surgeries
  • Ear cleaning
  • Parasitic visual exams
  • Maintaining treatment notes
  • Feline towel restraint
  • Administering first aid
  • Maintain controlled drug inventory.
  • Medication labeling
  • General anesthesia recovery
  • Administering subcutaneous medication
  • Vaginal cytology
  • Fecal smear testing
  • Medication dispensing
  • Explaining treatment
  • Bolus medication
  • Performing ultrasounds
  • Collecting specimens for analysis
  • Intramuscular injection
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Suture removal
Experience
Ockham | Indianapolis , INVeterinary Technician11/2010 - 12/2014
  • Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes into surgi-packs for autoclave sterilization.
  • Treated animals afflicted with [Type] mange and [Type] skin conditions with therapeutic bath treatments and medications.
  • Provided direct care for animal patients in post-operative recovery, closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Refilled shampoo bottles, sanitized clippers, combs and brushes and placed clean towels at each station following shift completion.
  • Mentored and trained [Number] members of LVT staff.
  • Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
  • Oversaw canine rehabilitation center and provided rehabilitation services to help canines recover from surgery and injury.
  • Assisted veterinarian with treatment of wounds, vaccination administration and operations.
  • Prepared and labeled medications and informed client of administration techniques.
  • Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures.
  • Monitored [Number] animals per [Timeframe] during after-hours shifts.
  • Checked animals for injury and illness, writing copious notes regarding symptoms for [Job title]'s review.
  • Triaged incoming patients arriving for scheduled appointments or on emergent bases to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
  • Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
  • Assisted with dental procedures, including smoothing, filing, polishing, and removal of calculus, soft deposits, plaque and stains.
  • Performed physical examinations and record case history, weight, temperature and other vitals.
  • Reviewed inventory levels during shifts and placed orders to replenish supplies, including shampoo, canine toothpaste and styptic powder.
  • Used IDEXX to analyze bloodwork and samples and diagnose conditions and diseases.
  • Attended to sick or injured animals by securing veterinary care and notifying owners quickly of pet's condition.
  • Train and mentor other LVT staff.
  • Treated medical diseases and conditions of livestock.
  • Operated x-ray machines and exposed radiographic films.
  • Visited farms to help with animal emergencies, including injury, disease and birthing.
  • Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
  • Walked over [Number] dogs of varying sizes at one time while enforcing each dog's good behavior and walking manners.
  • Operated anesthesia machines, oxygen equipment and monitoring equipment.
  • Conducted initial exams on pets, took vital signs and collected samples for lab.
  • Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, fur blow drying and combing out matted fur during high-volume periods, including holidays.
  • Administered oral and rectal radio-opaque materials.
  • Performed routine laboratory procedures such as hematology, microbiology, parasitology, exfoliative cytology, blood chemistry, coprology, urinalysis and serology.
  • Scheduled patient appointments to maintain workflows.
  • Assisted veterinarian with surgical procedures by assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
  • Calculated payments by keeping accurate daily log of time spent with dogs, detailing activities and services provided.
  • Recommended products to sustain optimal wellness, including vitamins and supplements, dental cleaning, flea control, geriatric care and dietary measures.
  • Answered multiple line phone system for busy $[Number] revenue producing [Type] facility and responded to questions regarding pricing and services.
  • Collected urine by expression cystocentesis, or catheterization.
  • Advised farm owners on sanitation, feeding and general care to promote animal health.
  • Met with pet owners, explained lodging, grooming and daily care services and cross-sold specialty products like bows, ribbons, pet toys and treats.
  • Managed clinic operations, including supervising vet techs, scheduling and appointments.
  • Laundered soiled animal bedding immediately to reduce infection using appropriate chemicals.
  • Reviewed vaccination records, and prepare and administer vaccinations according to clinic protocols.
  • Pitched in with laundry duties, including washing, drying and folding towels during busy periods, ensuring consistent workflow.
  • Walked animals outside for potty breaks [Number] times per shift to avoid accidents in play areas and on bedding.
  • Monitored patient vital signs during surgical procedures, and notified veterinarian of changes in stability.
  • Delivered consistent customer service to pet owners, effectively increasing repeat business [Number]%.
  • Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
  • Trained and coached [Number] new vet techs.
Family Vet Group | Asheville , NCVeterinary Assistant11/1999 - 10/2001
  • Provided direct care for animal patients in post-operative recovery, closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • 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.
  • Triaged incoming patients arriving for scheduled appointments or on emergent bases to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
  • Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
  • Practiced large animal veterinary services for [Type] and [Type] farm operations, equine stables and [Type] breeding businesses.
  • Provided assistance and support to owners during end-stage pet illnesses, delivering comfort, compassion and kind words.
Family Vet Group | Ormond Beach , FLVeterinary Assistant04/1996 - 07/1999
  • 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.
Education and Training
Richland High School | City, StateHigh School Diploma05/1999
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Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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