veterinary technician resume example with 8+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
Home: (555) 432-1000
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Summary
Veterinary student with experience in emergency and critical care and general practice veterinary medicine as a technician looking to obtain more experience in the veterinary field.
Skills
Work well under pressure.
Strong interpersonal skills
The ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and be exposed to hazards associated with pets such as allergies, contagious diseases, noises, odors, bites, scratches, and animal waste.
Detail-oriented.
Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
Empathetic and patient.
Can perform various technical skills like catheritization, intubation, administration of medications, restraint, running of lab work, and radiograph imaging.
Bilingual
Experience
Veterinary Technician, 07/2016 to Current Aza – Naples, FL,
Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to safeguard against accidental injuries.
Conducted initial exams on pets, took vital signs and collected samples for lab.
Attended to sick or injured animals by attending to their needs while staying hospitalized in the ICU or emergency care when presented.
Assisted veterinarian with treatment of wounds, vaccination administration and operations.
Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures. Checked animals for injury and illness, writing copious notes regarding symptoms.
Performed routine laboratory procedures such as hematology, parasitology, blood chemistry, urinalysis and serology.
Prepared and labeled medications and informed client of administration techniques.
Trained new veterinary technicians on the rules and regulations of the clinic, skills and technician etiquette while helping in the rooms.
Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
Delivered consistent customer service to pet owners.
Worked with a team where I was demanded to work under pressure and exceed workflow needs.
Veterinary Technician, 01/2019 to 08/2019 Aza – Norfolk, VA,
Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to safeguard against accidental injuries.
Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
Assisted veterinarian with treatment of wounds, vaccination administration and operations.
Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures.
Prepared and labeled medications and informed client of administration techniques.
Provided direct care for animal patients in post-operative recovery, closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
Kennel Technician, 07/2020 to 07/2020 American Veterinary Group – Belmont, NC,
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.
Bathed animals to remove dust, debris or contaminants and maintain wellbeing.
Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
Supported animal health by keeping all areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
Refilled shampoo bottles, sanitized clippers, combs and brushes and placed clean towels at each station following shift completion.
Walked dogs of varying sizes at one time while enforcing each dog's good behavior and walking manners.
Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
Unloaded and organized supplies and product inventory to maximize team efficiency.
Promoted optimal care and health by feeding and watering every animal on regular schedule.
Tutor, 03/2013 to 07/2020 State Of Colorado – Denver, CO,
Created unique opportunities to help students understand American culture with interactive educational materials.
Developed teaching materials, such as handouts, study materials and quizzes.
Assisted students with conjugating verbs, explaining sentence structures and demonstrating typical conversation in English.
Mentored new tutors and coached on successful tutoring strategies.
Guided students through various steps in writing process including, brainstorming, researching, outlining, writing, and revising.
Helped students understand rules of the English language and how it differs from Spanish.
Built student self-confidence by working through stages of concepts and using positive reinforcement techniques.
Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
Entered data in company software to keep records of all of the students information and progress while learning with the courses offered.
Education and Training
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine: Veterinary Medicine, Expected in to St. George's School of Veterinary Medicine - St. George's, Grenada, GPA:
Bachelor of Arts: Biology, Expected in 12/2018 to Florida International University - Miami, FL GPA:
Associate of Arts: Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Expected in 07/2016 to Miami Dade College - Miami, FL GPA:
Volunteer
South Florida SPCA Large Animal Rescue Feb. 2019- Aug. 2019
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