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Alex Dunham

Pittsburgh,PA

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Technician

Butler County Animals Spay/Neuter Clinic
06.2023 - 06.2025
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
  • Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.

Kennel Technician

Butler County Animal Shelter
09.2022 - 06.2025
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
  • Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
  • Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
  • Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
  • Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
  • Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
  • Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
  • Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
  • Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.

Veterinary Receptionist

Friends of Butler County Animals
11.2024 - 06.2025
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
  • Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
  • Fielded phone calls from pet owners, answered questions and took messages for veterinarians.
  • Entered data from pet records and office visits into computer system.
  • Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.

Education

Associates - Veterinary Science

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
01-2026

Associate of Science -

South Central Community College
Bowling Green, KY
04-2024

Associates - Business Administration And Management

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Evansville, IN
04-2023

High School Diploma -

Brandon High School
Ortonville, MI
05-2017

Skills

  • Animal examination
  • Animal restraint
  • Veterinary office administration
  • Pre-anesthetic preparation
  • Veterinary standards and procedures
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Dental procedures
  • Effective multitasking
  • Documenting medical histories
  • Follow-up calls

Timeline

Veterinary Receptionist

Friends of Butler County Animals
11.2024 - 06.2025

Veterinary Technician

Butler County Animals Spay/Neuter Clinic
06.2023 - 06.2025

Kennel Technician

Butler County Animal Shelter
09.2022 - 06.2025

Associates - Veterinary Science

Purdue University

Associate of Science -

South Central Community College

Associates - Business Administration And Management

Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana

High School Diploma -

Brandon High School

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