Adrianne Durant
Lacey,WA
Summary
Diligent Desired Position with solid background in providing comprehensive care to animals and supporting veterinarians in clinical settings. Proven track record in assisting with surgeries, administering medications, and conducting diagnostic tests. Demonstrated expertise in client communication and animal behavior management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Stockdale Veterinary Hospital
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed time-sensitive tasks while ensuring high-quality patient care during busy clinic shifts.
- Supported euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion.
- Ensured proper administration techniques while providing medications and vaccinations to animals.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Performed dental cleanings and extractions under the supervision of a veterinarian, promoting improved oral health for patients.
- Conducted pre-surgical assessments, ensuring animals were properly prepared for procedures.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
Veterinary Technician
4 Paws Pet Hospital
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Performed dental cleanings and extractions under the supervision of a veterinarian, promoting improved oral health for patients.
- Provided nutritional counseling for pet owners, leading to improved health outcomes for pets.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
Veterinary Assistant, Surgery
Columbia River Veterinary Specialists
03.2020 - 04.2021
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
Veterinary Assistant/Groomer
LaVega Veterinary Hospital
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Facilitated efficient inventory management through regular stock checks, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Bathed dogs and cats to remove fleas, ticks and other skin parasites.
- Applied tick and flea preventatives following manufacture guidelines for animal safety.
- Administered anal gland expression to prevent discomfort and infections in pets.
- Cleaned cat and dog ears to prevent ear infections.
- Trimmed nails using clippers and grinders.
- Promoted a comfortable atmosphere for pets by utilizing calming methods during grooming sessions.
- Cut and styled pet hair according to client speciations to prevent matting and tangling.
Education
Associates - Medical Equipment
Texas State Technical College
Waco, TXSkills
- Intravenous catheterization
- Medication administration
- Surgical assistance
- Canine and feline intubation
- Vaccine administration
- Medical history collection
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Diagnostic imaging
- IV medication administration
- Intravenous injection
- Laboratory skills
- Pharmacy duties
- Anesthesia administration
- Euthanasia procedures
- Fluid therapy
- Animal restraint
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Stockdale Veterinary Hospital
07.2024 - 06.2025
Veterinary Technician
4 Paws Pet Hospital
02.2023 - 07.2024
Veterinary Assistant, Surgery
Columbia River Veterinary Specialists
03.2020 - 04.2021
Veterinary Assistant/Groomer
LaVega Veterinary Hospital
02.2019 - 07.2020
Associates - Medical Equipment
Texas State Technical College
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