Amanda Opfar
Sandy,UT
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Technician, recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities, and meticulous record-keeping. Demonstrated success in educating clients and building strong relationships, contributing to enhanced patient care and outcomes in high-pressure environments. Seeking to leverage my skills in a new industry while maintaining a commitment to excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician (Neurology)
Bark City Veterinary Specialists
Park City, UT
07.2022 - Current
- Assisted the neurologist in performing surgical procedures (brain tumor removal, hemilaminectomy, ventral slot, etc.), by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia, and administering medications to animals.
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Participated in educational seminars related to veterinary medicine topics in order to stay up-to-date on current trends and best practices.
- Assisted the neurologist with physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as X-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Operated MRI and CT scanners to provide diagnostic imaging.
- Performed emergency medical procedures, such as administering oxygen, IVs, medications, CPR, and intubation when necessary.
Veterinary Technician (ER, IM, ICU)
Advanced Veterinary Care
Mill Creek, UT
07.2018 - 07.2021
- Attended periodic training sessions to maintain certification in CPR.
- Administered CPR when necessary, including chest compressions and manually pumping the heart.
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels as required.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and treatments, including IVs, catheterizations and blood draws.
- Utilized specialized skills such as splinting fractures or administering blood transfusions when necessary.
- Performed lab tests, such as urinalysis, blood glucose testing, hematocrit, blood smears, manual platelet counts, and blood typing and matching.
- Assessed wound healing progress following surgery or other treatments.
- Monitored anesthetic levels during surgery and administered drugs accordingly.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
- Educated family members on proper home-care techniques for discharged patients.
Veterinary Technician (General Practice)
Oquirrh Hills Veterinary Center
Herriman, UT
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Conducted regular inspections of kennel areas to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
- Operated x-ray machines and exposed radiographic films.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary according to veterinarian instructions.
- Assisted veterinarian with surgical procedures by assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
- Tracked and scheduled follow-up appointments for animal treatment.
- Provided emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Administered vaccinations and other medications IM, IV, and SQ.
- Preformed fluid boluses when needed.
- Learned to place IV catheters and intubate patients
Data Entry
Fluent Homes Security
Draper, UT
02.2018 - 11.2019
- Processed daily data entry tasks accurately and efficiently into various computer programs.
- Performed data entry of financial information into database.
- Identified, inspected and corrected data entry errors.
- Resolved issues with first call and escalated more complex issues to obtain necessary customer support.
- Performed regular follow-up calls to check on customer satisfaction levels.
- Received calls from company salesmen to input new customer information.
Education
GED -
Alta High School
Sandy, UT05-2014
Skills
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical assistance
- Diagnostic imaging
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Data entry experience
- Client communication
- Inventory management
- Record keeping
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Client education
- Animal CPR trained
- MRI and CT experience
- Computer skills
- Dependable and responsible
- Relationship building
- Attention to detail
A Little More Personal
Outside of work you can find me:
- On road trips with friends
- Reading a book in the mountains
- Camping with my dog Cannoli
- Waking up early heading to the Gym
- Studying for School at UVU
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinary Technician (Neurology)
Bark City Veterinary Specialists
07.2022 - Current
Veterinary Technician (General Practice)
Oquirrh Hills Veterinary Center
06.2020 - 06.2021
Veterinary Technician (ER, IM, ICU)
Advanced Veterinary Care
07.2018 - 07.2021
Data Entry
Fluent Homes Security
02.2018 - 11.2019
GED -
Alta High School
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