Angela Flanagin
Castle Hill,ME
Summary
Hard-working veterinary technician with over 12 years of experience in animal care. I am dependable, organized and dedicated to quality care. I thrive in a fast-paced environment, multi-tasking, and adapting to stressful situations. I am a high energy individual and am very capable of managing tasks alone, or working with other individuals. My passion is animals, for that reason I'm dedicated to quality care and work with a positive attitude.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Hygiene Assistant and Sterilization Tech
Northern Maine Dental
Caribou, Maine
09.2018 - 10.2021
- Prepared procedure rooms and tray setups for hygienists and doctors before starting dental procedures.
- Complied with OSHA and corporate safety policies and standards. Maintained and recorded daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on all sterilization equipment.
- Adhered to confidentiality laws established by [State] and federal government regarding HIPAA.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Measured and recorded vital statistics by taking patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse.
- Entered patient data into computer system, adhering to strict privacy laws and maintaining high level of accuracy.
Veterinary Technician
Presque Isle Animal Hospital
Presque Isle, ME
06.2008 - 09.2018
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations of in-hospital patients
- Kept up to date billing for day surgery patients as well as hospitalized patients
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave and prepared surgical room and prepped animal for surgery
- Closely monitored animals pre and post surgery.
- Administered oral and injectable medications, Placed IV catheters, drew blood samples
- Comfortable performing tear production tests, glucose curves, monitoring IV fluid rates, cleaning wounds and grooming heavily matted animals
Veterinary Assistant
Fort Kent Animal Hosptial
Fort Kent, Maine
06.2006 - 06.2008
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Restrained animals for veterinarian exam, medical treatments, and grooming
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
University of Maine At Fort Kent
Fort Kent, ME04.2005
High School Diploma -
Washburn District High School
Washburn, ME05.2001
Skills
- Organization and Prioritization
- Postoperative Care Instructions
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Medical Charting
- Autoclave Operation
- Personable Communication and Positive Attitude
- Extensive knowledge in animal behavior
- Multiple species experience
- capable of lifting heavy weight and other physically demanding daily tasks
references
References:
Jane Sutherland- 207- 769-9085-dental hygienist
Lori Kenneson-207-764-1995-dental hygienist
Kellie Ouellete- 207-540-6654- dental hygienist assistant/sterilization technician
Timeline
Hygiene Assistant and Sterilization Tech
Northern Maine Dental
09.2018 - 10.2021
Veterinary Technician
Presque Isle Animal Hospital
06.2008 - 09.2018
Veterinary Assistant
Fort Kent Animal Hosptial
06.2006 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies
University of Maine At Fort Kent
High School Diploma -
Washburn District High School