ANIKA CRANDELL
Summary
Dedicated veterinary technician seeking opportunity in a veterinary clinic to utilize experience and skills to help animals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Arizona Animal Hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Administered medications to hospitalized patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
Veterinary Technician
Tangerine Pet Clinic
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Administered routine, post-operative and daily treatments to animals under direction and supervision of veterinarian
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals that have injuries or illnesses in collaboration with veterinarian
- Preformed initial evaluation and recorded symptoms, documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions
- Performed ophthalmological procedures such as tear production testing, topical anesthetic application, fluorescein staining of cornea and tonometry
- Implanted subcutaneous identification microchips into animals
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Veterinary Technician
University Pet Clinic
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Administered routine, post-operative and daily treatments to animals under direction and supervision of veterinarian
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changed in condition
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
Pet Hotel Associate
Petsmart Hotel
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Safely move animals through facility
- Feeds, gives water, exercises, and bathe animals
- Communicate with pet owners and vet offices to make sure that vaccinations are up to date and that animals are cared for to owner specifications
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
Pet Sitter
Self-employed
04.2013 - 08.2022
- Cared for a variety of animals
- Cleaning up pet areas, feeding, walking, brushing, and bathing
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick or injured
Weekend Volunteer
Scottsdale Strays
06.2009 - 06.2015
- Educated community in responsible pet ownership
- Mentored peers on caring for and socializing animals as well as how to talk to potential adopters
- Employed positive reinforcement with animals using "clicker-training" method, voice rewards and food rewards.
Dog Bather
Grooming Den
06.2017 - 07.2017
- Guided animals throughout area of the grooming facility
- Fed, watered, groomed and cared for several dogs daily
- Identified and reported signs of ticks and warts in dogs during bathing.
ZooTeen Volunteer Program
COMMUNITY SERVICE
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Responded to emergencies involving zoo guests in addition to animal escapes
- Educated visitors on different conservation efforts and how to contribute without any expenses on their part
- Handled delicate materials such as animal artifacts and transferred them throughout the zoo so guests can observe and interact.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ05.2022
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School
Scottsdale, AZ05.2018
Skills
- Intravenous injection
- Animal behavior observation
- Patient Positioning
- Medication Administration
- Intravenous Catheters
- Teamwork and Collaboration
References
- Amity Brown, Lead Technician, (520)904-8995, Tangerine Pet Clinic
- Rachel Baker, Hotel Lead, (928)201-9368, Petsmart Hotel
- Cindy Langdell, Owner, (480)202-4800, Scottsdale Strays
- Ava Laven, President, (480)529-0104, Laven & Loeb Inc.
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Arizona Animal Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Tangerine Pet Clinic
10.2021 - 05.2022
Veterinary Technician
University Pet Clinic
03.2021 - 05.2021
Pet Hotel Associate
Petsmart Hotel
10.2019 - 03.2021
Dog Bather
Grooming Den
06.2017 - 07.2017
ZooTeen Volunteer Program
COMMUNITY SERVICE
08.2016 - 08.2017
Pet Sitter
Self-employed
04.2013 - 08.2022
Weekend Volunteer
Scottsdale Strays
06.2009 - 06.2015
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Pima Community College
High School Diploma -
Chaparral High School
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