Amy Zyskowski
Nampa,ID
Summary
Veterinary Technician/Assistant with 8 years of experience working with cats and dogs, and 8 years in Housekeeping.
Housekeeping was responsible for hospital cleaning, laundry washing and disinfecting contaminated items, closing down and securing the premises, end of the day patient/boarder care as well as opening up the hospital. Solid understanding of autoclave and sterilization techniques for surgical and dental equipment and packs, as well as animal care practices, grooming and nutrition needs.
Outgoing personality with innate drive to provide superior customer service and excellent care and meeting animal needs by leveraging compassionate nature and love for every creature. I enjoy learning, and will continue to do so as long as someone is willing to teach me. I have been a part of a team of over 40 people, amid that team I was a part of a mentor team, a lead for the Housekeeping team, and trainer for both assisting (appointments and surgical prep/cleaning
/monitoring etc), and housekeeping, I love what I do, and pour my heart into it. I will Love and cherish each animal as if they are my own.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician-Assistant
Indian Creek Veterinary Hospital
2022.08 - Current
Veterinary Technician with 8 years of experience running autoclaves, doing autoclave maintenance, sterilization of surgical and dental packs and equipment. Maintaining dental machines, and anesthesia equipment. Also I have 2 almost 3 years of experience doing
blood draws, catheter placement, and radiographs, and dental radiographs. I have been taught to run various blood panels, UA's, and sending out other panels. I enjoy doing blood draws, radiographs and placing catheters as each animal poses a different challenge. I have been a lead technician, housekeeper, equipment maintenance, receptionist and a trainer.
Coached new hires by demonstrating approved cleaning procedures.
Followed manufacturer instructions for using chemicals and equipment to avoid burns, injuries and workplace accidents.
Managed hospital laundry
Vacuumed and mopped entire hospital
Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
Interior and exterior cleaning
Stocking bathrooms
Supply inventory management
Washing windows
Polishing surfaces
Light fixtures and ceiling fans
Dish preparation
Dusting
Cleaning methods
Focused and detail-oriented
Mopping and buffing floors
Bloodborne pathogen training
I love what I do, and want to continue to grow and learn. I am a fast learner, and enjoy being challenged with new techniques and willing to learn anything.
Assistant
Firgrove Veterinary Hospital
2016.10 - 2021.06
Coached new hires by demonstrating approved cleaning procedures.
Followed manufacturer instructions for using chemicals and equipment to avoid burns, injuries and workplace accidents.
Managed hospital laundry with proper care and attention to needs of different linens and articles of clothing.
Swept and damp-mopped entire hospital
Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
Interior and exterior cleaning
Stocking bathrooms
Supply inventory management
Washing windows
Polishing surfaces
Light fixtures and ceiling fans
Dish preparation
Dusting
Cleaning methods
Focused and detail-oriented
Mopping and buffing floors
Bloodborne pathogen training
Education
Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Assistant
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA06.2017
Skills
- Surgical Assistance
- Specimen Collection
- Client Communication
- Medical Record-Keeping
- Post Operative Care
- Veterinary Terminology
- Physical Examinations
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Wound Management
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Vaccine Administration
- Patient restraint
- Animal handling
- Laboratory procedures
- Animal behavior
- Bandaging techniques
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Catheter placement
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Medication administration
- IV fluid therapy
- Urinalysis testing
- Grooming assistance
- Medical record keeping
- Equipment maintenance
- Post-operative care
- Medical History Collection
- Veterinary Office Administration
- Nail Trimming
- Thoracic and Abdominal Radiograph
- Jugular Intravenous Catheterization
- Intravenous Injection
- Catalase Testing
- Medication Labeling
- Euthanasia
- Instrument Pack Sterilization
- Suture Removal
- Sanitation Protocols
- Administering First Aid
- General Anesthesia Monitoring
- Surgical Procedures and Support
- Supply Restocking
- Clinical Pathology
- Skin Scraping
- X-Ray Review
- Specimen Preparation
- Surgical Scrubbing Procedures
- Medication Dispensing
- Treatment Administration
- Wound Treatment
- Controlled Substance Management
- Vital Signs
- Intramuscular Injection
- Anesthesia Administration
- Ear Sample Collection
- Heartworm Diagnostic Testing
- Lab Operations
- Diagnostic Sampling
- Patient Monitoring
- Procedure Support
- Fluorescein Stain Test
- Aseptic Techniques
- Surgical Preparation
- Canine and Feline Intubation
- Patient Positioning
- Anal Sac Expression
- IV Medication Administration
- Vaccinations
- Dental Procedures
- Client Education
- Patient Bathing
- Equipment Sterilization
- Veterinarian Assistance
- Appointment Scheduling
- Prescription Filling
- Diagnostic Testing
- Proper Animal Restraint
Timeline
Veterinary Technician-Assistant
Indian Creek Veterinary Hospital
2022.08 - Current
Assistant
Firgrove Veterinary Hospital
2016.10 - 2021.06
Veterinary Assistant - Veterinary Assistant
Ashworth College
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