Amber Lively
College Station
Summary
Experienced Veterinary Technician with a demonstrated history of working in the specialty veterinary industry. Looking to shift gears and take on a new career.
Highly successful Veterinary Technician with significant expertise in anesthesia, surgery, and pathology in large animals. Proven history of building strong rapport with owners to provide seamless pet care and foster exceptional service.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Veterinary Technician
Texas A&M University
07.2025 - Current
- Administered vaccinations and medications under veterinary supervision to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Assisted in diagnostic procedures, including radiography and laboratory tests, to facilitate accurate assessments.
- Monitored vital signs and behavior of patients during examinations to support effective treatment plans.
- Coordinated with veterinarians to develop treatment protocols, ensuring compliance with best practices in veterinary medicine.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Emergency Veterinary Nurse
Emergency Animal Hospital of Crystal Falls
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Administered medications and treatments to patients, ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standards.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, providing support to veterinarians with instruments and monitoring vital signs.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and preventive health measures for optimal recovery and wellness.
- Managed patient records using veterinary software, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in animal care, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the clinic, enhancing efficiency during emergency situations.
- Assisted in surgeries by preparing surgical suites, sterilizing equipment, and ensuring anesthesia administration was safe and effective.
- Maintained accurate medical records for efficient patient care and treatment followup.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
Surgical Veterinary Technician Lead
Central Texas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Supervise Technician Assistants on daily tasks, perform administrative duties, weekly and monthly trainings, on boarding new staff, and performed Surgical Technician responsibilities including phlebotomy, anesthesia, intubation, diagnostics, treatments, and client communication.
- Assisted veterinarians with surgical procedures and anesthesia administration.
- Monitored vital signs and provided post-operative care for patients.
- Educated pet owners on preventive care and medication administration.
- Managed patient records using electronic veterinary software systems.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient treatment plans.
- Trained junior staff on protocols and best practices in veterinary care.
- 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.
- Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
Surgical Veterinary Technician
Central Texas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital
05.2016 - 03.2022
- -Admit patients into the hospital for surgical procedures, which include charting vitals, performing diagnostics, and placing intravenous catheters.
- -Prepare patients for surgical procedure by intubating, prepping surgical site through antiseptic techniques, and administration of anesthetic as well as analgesic medications.
- -Maintain patient on anesthesia, recover patient from anesthesia, and provide post surgical care.
Surgery Veterinary Technician
Central Texas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital
07.2015 - 03.2022
- Supervise Technician Assistants on daily tasks, performed administrative duties, weekly and monthly trainings, on boarding new staff, and performed Surgical Technician responsibilities.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
VRC Specialty Hospital
10.2011 - 12.2014
- -Assisted surgery technicians with admitting patients, diagnostics, restraint, and surgical preparation.
- -Surgical assistant for Veterinary Surgeon on surgical procedures such as Total Hip Replacements.
- -Processed surgical instruments through cleaning, prepping, and sterilization.
- -Promoted to Senior Technician Assistant to lead and instruct recently hired Assistants.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bastrop High School
Bastrop, TX05-2008
Skills
- Anesthesiology
- Medical history collection
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Diagnostic imaging
- IV medication administration
- Surgical procedures and support
- Intravenous catheterization
- Medication administration
- Surgical assistance
- Laboratory skills
- Surgical preparation
- Client education
- Emergency and preventive care
- Euthanasia procedures
- Medical record-keeping
Timeline
ICU Veterinary Technician
Texas A&M University
07.2025 - Current
Emergency Veterinary Nurse
Emergency Animal Hospital of Crystal Falls
03.2022 - 08.2023
Surgical Veterinary Technician Lead
Central Texas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital
03.2021 - 03.2022
Surgical Veterinary Technician
Central Texas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital
05.2016 - 03.2022
Surgery Veterinary Technician
Central Texas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital
07.2015 - 03.2022
Veterinary Technician Assistant
VRC Specialty Hospital
10.2011 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Bastrop High School