Amber Bengston
Mount Pleasant,WI
Summary
Veterinary Technician dedicated to providing the best medical care possible in a compassionate and professional environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Veterinary Technician
AbbVie
05.2019 - Current
- Provided excellent daily care for diverse species used in biomedical research projects including rodents, rabbits, ferrets, canines and non-human primates.
- Enhanced animal welfare by exercising proper handling techniques, providing enrichment, and closely monitoring health conditions.
- Promoted animal health through vaccination programs, routine examinations, and preventive treatments.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations and institutional guidelines by adhering to standard operating procedures, during all aspects of animal care.
- Trained new technicians in lab protocols and animal care practices, ensuring consistent standards across the team.
- Ensured accurate data collection by conducting thorough observations and meticulous recordkeeping in "real-time data collection" system (Pristima), while adhering to study plans and amendments.
- Assisted clinical R&D sample collection following study protocols and investigator or delegate direction.
- Served as a liaison between researchers, veterinarians, and regulatory agencies to effectively communicate study objectives and progress.
- Conducted in-depth screenings to evaluate health of individual animals.
- Mentored junior veterinary technicians through hands-on training sessions, sharing knowledge of best practices in animal care.
- Assisted veterinarians with surgical procedures, ensuring proper anesthesia administration and monitoring vital signs.
Veterinary Assistant
Racine Veterinary Hospital
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Explained the importance of and prepared vaccinations
- Coordinated prescription refills for clients
- Assisted in the euthanasia process
- Interpreted test results and explained them to pet owners
- Cared for animals pre-surgery, included administered anesthetics and monitored patients under anesthesia
- Cleaned, sterilized and labeled instruments and equipment for necessary procedures
Amnesty/Packer/Picker
MKE1 Amazon Fulfillment Center
07.2015 - 09.2017
- Supervised a floor of 45 people
- Trained employees on how to safely work in the robot field
- Directed a ship line of 65 packers
- Cleaned and maintained the warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards
- Maximized sales by shipping on time and accurately
Head Cashier
Menards
06.2012 - 07.2015
- Managed over 20 cashiers
- Earned management trust by serving as key holder
- Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations to ensure adequate cash supply
- Handled escalated customer concerns with professionalism and empathy, working diligently toward satisfactory resolutions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science Degree -
Gateway Technical College
Elkhorn, WISkills
- Surgical procedures and anesthesia monitoring
- Patient medical record-keeping
- Large and small animal handling and restraint
- Team Communication
- Laboratory skills
- Emergency and preventive care
Certification
AALAS Registered Laboratory Animal Technician (RLAT)- August, 2021
Fear Free Certified - May, 2018
Ethylene Oxide Gas Sterilization Certified - May, 2018
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Technician
AbbVie
05.2019 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Racine Veterinary Hospital
09.2017 - 05.2019
Amnesty/Packer/Picker
MKE1 Amazon Fulfillment Center
07.2015 - 09.2017
Head Cashier
Menards
06.2012 - 07.2015
Associate of Applied Science Degree -
Gateway Technical College