Angela Wilson
High Ridge,MO
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in animal healthcare. Skilled in laboratory procedures, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Central West End Veterinary Clinc
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
Registered Veterinary Technician
R Veterinary At Romaine Creek
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Assessed paws, ears, and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
Registered Veterinary Technician
Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
Registered Veterinary Technician
Elm Point Animal Hospital
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
- Established a fear free euthanasia protocol by changing drug protocols, set up of euthanasia room and after care
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Registered Veterinary Technician
County Animal Hospital
02.2017 - 03.2019
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Established a fear free euthanasia protocol by replacing old drug protocols with a new and improved system along with a new euthanasia room.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
Registered Veterinary Technician
University Of Missouri Small Animal Hospital
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Assessed paws, ears, and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff and veterinary interns.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Monitored overnight patients in an ICU setting that included post operative, emergent and medically controlled cases.
Registered Veterinary Technician
Lake Oswego Veterinary Emergency
05.2015 - 07.2016
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Helped to establish a new veterinary emergency clinic in an established day practice.
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Assessed paws, ears, and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
- Provided emergency care on as needed basis including blood transfusions, CPR, blood typing, laceration repairs.
- Performed emergency anesthesia on a variety of cases such as splenectomy and GDV.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Colby Community College
Colby, KS05.2003
Skills
- Medical History Collection
- Intravenous Injection
- Surgical Assistance
- Thoracic and Abdominal Radiograph
- Anesthesia Administration
- Treatment Administration
- Euthanasia
- Emergency and Preventive Care
- Client Education
Certification
Pet Loss Bereavement Specialist
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Central West End Veterinary Clinc
10.2022 - 10.2023
Registered Veterinary Technician
R Veterinary At Romaine Creek
02.2022 - 10.2022
Registered Veterinary Technician
Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital
03.2020 - 12.2020
Registered Veterinary Technician
Elm Point Animal Hospital
06.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Veterinary Technician
County Animal Hospital
02.2017 - 03.2019
Registered Veterinary Technician
University Of Missouri Small Animal Hospital
07.2016 - 01.2017
Registered Veterinary Technician
Lake Oswego Veterinary Emergency
05.2015 - 07.2016
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Colby Community College
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