Ashley DeVore-Reeves
Prattville,AL
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Technician with extensive experience at Cobbs Ford Pet Health Center, skilled in surgical assistance and client education. Enhanced patient recovery rates through compassionate care and effective medication administration. Proven ability to streamline clinic operations while fostering a supportive environment for both animals and their owners.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Cobbs Ford Pet Health Center
Prattville, AL
07.2020 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures, ensuring animal comfort and safety.
- Administered medications and vaccinations according to established protocols.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests, including blood work and urinalysis.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for patient care.
- Educated pet owners on proper health care and preventive measures.
- Monitored patients' vital signs post-surgery, reporting any abnormalities promptly.
- Trained new staff on clinic procedures and best practices in animal care.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- 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.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions about pet health and wellness.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
- Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues when needed during emergencies or critical cases requiring additional assistance.
- Scheduled appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases appropriately based on severity of symptoms presented by pets.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing compassionate care for pets during their appointments.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Handled challenging behavior from stressed or anxious animals using calming techniques learned through continuous professional development courses.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Streamlined workflow, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely communication with clients regarding treatment plans.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals.
- 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.
- Reduced errors in diagnostic testing by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on veterinary practices and techniques.
- Performed dental cleanings and extractions under the supervision of a veterinarian, promoting improved oral health for patients.
- Increased clinic efficiency by organizing supplies inventory management systems for easy access during appointments or surgeries.
- Managed scheduling and appointments, optimizing clinic operations and veterinarian time.
- Implemented new system for tracking patient vaccinations, resulting in better compliance with vaccination schedules.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering compassionate care and clear communication regarding their pets' health.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgeries, ensuring procedures were carried out smoothly and effectively.
- Conducted laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis of animal diseases, facilitating timely treatment plans.
- Provided nutritional counseling for pet owners, leading to improved health outcomes for pets.
- Conducted pre-surgical assessments, ensuring animals were properly prepared for procedures.
- Facilitated stress-free visits for pets and owners with calm and patient demeanor.
- Enhanced clinic reputation through exceptional customer service and care for animals.
- Maintained clean and sterile surgical areas, ensuring safe environment for animal surgeries.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates by administering prescribed treatments accurately and compassionately.
- Improved clinic efficiency with organization of medical inventory and timely restocking of supplies.
- Streamlined patient check-in process, reducing wait times and improving overall clinic flow.
- Educated pet owners on preventative care, significantly reducing incidence of common diseases.
- Assisted in dental procedures, contributing to overall oral health of patients.
- Documented patient history and treatment details, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Provided emergency care for injured animals, significantly reducing recovery time.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
Veterinary Technician
Golden Animal Hospital
Montgomery, AL
08.2017 - 07.2020
- Administered medications and treatments under veterinarian supervision, ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Assisted in diagnostic procedures and laboratory tests, contributing to accurate patient assessments.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and nutritional needs, enhancing client relationships.
- Maintained accurate medical records using veterinary software systems, improving data accessibility and integrity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prattville High School
Prattville, ALSkills
Intravenous catheterization
Medication administration
Surgical assistance
Surgical procedures and support
Vaccine administration
Medical history collection
General anesthesia monitoring
Diagnostic imaging
IV medication administration
Intravenous injection
Laboratory skills
Surgical preparation
Pharmacy duties
Client education
Anesthesia administration
Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
Treatment administration
Suture removal
Nail trimming
Emergency and preventive care
Supply restocking
Diagnostic sampling
Euthanasia procedures
Medical record-keeping
Fluid therapy
Vaccinations
Euthanasia
Medication dispensing
Patient monitoring
Patient positioning
Behavioral assessment
Medication labeling
Dental procedures
Wound treatment
Instrument pack sterilization
Lab operations
Sanitation protocols
Intramuscular injection
Vital signs
Anal sac expression
Fluorescein stain test
Microscopy techniques
Radiology safety
Emergency care
Canine and feline intubation
Closed-chest CPR
Animal behavior observation
Cytocentesis
Heartworm diagnostic testing
Urinalysis techniques
X-ray review
Controlled substance management
Aseptic techniques
Ear sample collection
Specimen preparation
Surgical scrubbing procedures
Parasite control
Procedure support
Jugular intravenous catheterization
Skin scraping
Physical examination
Wound management
Veterinary medicine
Infection control
Dietary recommendations
Patient bathing
Veterinary office administration
Tick removal
Administering first aid
Tail restraint
Rehabilitation techniques
Clinical pathology
Pathogen identification
Clinical research
Restraint pole use
Catalase testing
Prescribing medication
Subcutaneous injection
Explaining treatment
Blood collection
Maintaining treatment notes
Halter placement
Veterinary standards and procedures
Oral and topical medication administration
Maintain controlled drug inventory
Administering subcutaneous medication
Procedure billing
Gram-stained slide preparation
Animal handling
Monitoring recovery
Anesthesia monitoring
Assessment and diagnosis
Inhalant anesthesia
General anesthesia recovery
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Cobbs Ford Pet Health Center
07.2020 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Golden Animal Hospital
08.2017 - 07.2020
High School Diploma -
Prattville High School