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Abbigail Thompson
Owego
Summary
Licensed veterinary technician that is passionate about the animal's welfare. Skilled in assisting with surgical procedures, patient monitoring, and diagnostic procedures. Known for my adaptability and reliability in the work setting. Eager to collaborate with team members, educate clients and staff, and learn the best way to provide gold standard care to our patients.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Endless Mountain Veterinary Center
Owego, NY
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing instruments, inducing/prepping patients, performing dental prophylactic procedures, and monitoring/charting anesthesia levels for patient welfare.
- Assisted surgeons during surgical procedures by scrubbing in and closely following aseptic technique.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave
- Conducted diagnostic tests, including blood work, urinalysis, fecal analysis and imaging, to support accurate treatment plans.
- Trained and assisted other LVTs while pursuing their schooling through the Penn Foster program and externships through accredited schooling.
- Educated clients about preventative care/vaccinations, proper nutrition, and other essential aspects of pet health to promote responsible pet ownership.
- Taking thorough history from clients in regard to patient's health and concerns in both routine and non-routine appointments.
- Advanced animal welfare by participating in community outreach programs such as vaccination clinics or spay/neuter initiatives.
- Certified with the RECOVER CPR basic and advanced life support classes.
Caregiver
The Homesteads
Apalachin, NY
11.2020 - 09.2023
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring safety and comfort in their daily lives.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information to detect any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Science
SUNY At Delhi
Delhi, NY05-2022
Skills
- Anesthetic monitoring of surgical patients
- Surgical preparation of patients
- Surgical scrubbing, gowning and gloving procedures following aseptic technique
- Administering subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medication
- Closed-chest CPR
- Medical record-keeping
- Euthanasia procedures
- Diagnostic imaging
- Preventive care
- Sanitation/Isolation protocols
- Animal restraint
Certification
- BLS and ALS CPR Training and Certification - Recertification expected by June 30th with the RECOVER program
County Outreach Programs
I have performed as a lead technician for many of the Tioga County Health Department's Rabies clinics. These clinics provide low/no cost rabies vaccines to ensure that they are more accessible to every pet in the county.
I also routinely go to Owego Free Academy for career fairs to educate high school students about the world of veterinary medicine. We often discuss in depth about what my day-to-day looks like and the logistics of becoming a LVT or Veterinarian
Interests
Timeline
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Endless Mountain Veterinary Center
09.2022 - Current
Caregiver
The Homesteads
11.2020 - 09.2023
Associate of Science - Veterinary Science
SUNY At Delhi