Ashton Jones
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Experienced veterinary technician with several years of hands-on experience delivering comprehensive care to animals at rescue facilities and shelters. Commended for expertly interacting with animals and other veterinary staff. Seasoned and organized individual with expertise in injection administration and test sample collection.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Above and beyond Veterinary Hospital
Lubbock , TX
02.2023 - 09.2024
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Tracked and scheduled follow-up appointments for animal treatment.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Conducted initial exams on pets, took vital signs and collected samples for lab.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Operated x-ray machines and exposed radiographic films.
- Provided emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Monitored food intake levels of hospitalized patients ensuring they received adequate nutrition while under care.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Performed routine laboratory procedures for hematology, urinalysis and serology.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Communicated with clients regarding their pet's health status or progress reports following a procedure or illness diagnosis.
- Leveraged ultrasound and x-ray equipment for imaging and interpreted results.
- Educated clients on proper animal nutrition and preventive health care techniques.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
- Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures.
- Observed animal physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
Veterinary Technician
Salt Creek Veterinary Hospital
Olney, Texas
04.2017 - 04.2021
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
- Tracked and scheduled follow-up appointments for animal treatment.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Operated x-ray machines and exposed radiographic films.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Communicated with clients regarding their pet's health status or progress reports following a procedure or illness diagnosis.
- Educated clients on proper animal nutrition and preventive health care techniques.
- Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures.
- Collected samples of bodily fluids to analyze for parasites or other diseases.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Recommended vitamins and supplements, dental cleaning, flea control, geriatric care and dietary measures to support optimal health.
Education
High School Diploma -
Archer City ISD
Archer City, TX05-2016
Skills
- Laboratory procedures
- Medication administration
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical preparation
- Client education
- Radiography operation
- Patient triage
- Sample collection
- Emergency response
- Medical record keeping
- Team collaboration
- Client communication
- Active listening
- Monitoring recovery
- Heartworm diagnostic testing
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team building
- Feline towel restraint
- Pharmacy duties
- Anal sac expression
- Multitasking Abilities
- Euthanasia assistance
- Pet food recommendations
- Intravenous injection
- Tonometry
- Inhalant anesthesia
- Subcutaneous injection
- Wound treatment
- X-ray review
- Animal vaccinations
- Wound management
- Postoperative care
- IV medication administration
- Patient positioning
- Sanitation protocols
- Animal condition evaluations
- Parasitic visual exams
- Patient Check-ins
- Medication dispensing
- Animal behavior observation
- Infection control
- Closed-chest CPR
- Vaccination protocols
- Analytical skills
- Diagnostic equipment
- Patient advocacy
- Medical history collection
- Reliability
- Animal Diseases
- Canine health issues
- Microscopy techniques
- Vaccinations
- Self motivation
- Animal welfare laws
- IV fluid administration
- Surgical assistance
- X-ray animals
- Diagnostic sampling
- Clear communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Prescription management
- Canine and feline intubation
- Administer anesthesia
- Nutritional counseling
- Professional demeanor
- Animal behavior assessment
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Above and beyond Veterinary Hospital
02.2023 - 09.2024
Veterinary Technician
Salt Creek Veterinary Hospital
04.2017 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Archer City ISD