Ashton Keller
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Technician with 2 years of experience assisting veterinarians with procedures and tasks. Proficient in administering injections and treatments, taking x-rays, and recording/updating records. Responsible professional with sound knowledge of veterinary medical procedures and animal care techniques.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician Intern
Banfield Animal Hospital
San Antonio, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Provided post-operative care for recovering patients including monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Helped maintain a clean and safe working environment within the veterinary clinic.
- Assisted with surgical preparation of animals for spay and neuter procedures or other surgeries as needed.
- Performed laboratory procedures including fecal analysis, urinalysis, blood work and skin scrapings.
Personal Grocery Shopper
WalMart
Kingsville, TX
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Provide excellent and efficient customer service.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while stocking shelves and operating equipment.
- Maintained positive relationships with grocery store personnel by being consistently professional and friendly.
Scribe
ProScribe
San Antonio, TX
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Accompanied physicians throughout the day and transcribed medical histories and chief complaints
- Operated patient database and input medical records for review.
- Proofread transcribed documents for accuracy and completeness prior to submission to physicians for review.
Personal Grocery Shopper
Sam's Club
San Antonio, TX
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Located and operated a forklift to bring down merchandise
- Provided every customer with comprehensive assistance upon entering store through merchandise selection and completion of purchases.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Animal-Wildlife in Veterinary Technology -
Texas A&M University - Kingsville -
05.2024
Skills
- Patient Monitoring
- Animal Handling
- Laboratory Testing
- Diagnostic Imaging
- General Anesthesia Recovery
- Medical Record-Keeping
- Veterinary Standards and Procedures
- Surgical Preparation
Continuing Education
- Belize Study Abroad, 07/2023, Surgical assistance with exotics and Iguana Husbandry
- Fear Free Certified- Small Animal, 05/2023
- Fear Free Certified- Avian, 06/2023
- Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy, 12/2023
Affiliations
- AVMA Member, 08/2023
- NAVTA Member 05/2022
Volunteer Experience
- Animal Rescue Kleberg, Kingsville, 04/2023, Cleaned litter boxes, cages, food/water bowls of the 40+ cats residing there
- Cat Sanctuary - San Ignacio, Belize, San Ignacio, 07/2023, Volunteered at a cat sanctuary in Belize where we dewormed and administered topical flea/tick medication
- Veterinary Technologists Club, Texas A&M University Kingsville, Texas A&M University Kingsville, Spring-Fall 2023, AVMA accredited, Raised funds for donations to the Kingsville animal shelter
Timeline
Veterinary Technician Intern
Banfield Animal Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Personal Grocery Shopper
WalMart
06.2021 - 12.2023
Scribe
ProScribe
02.2020 - 12.2020
Personal Grocery Shopper
Sam's Club
01.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science: Animal-Wildlife in Veterinary Technology -
Texas A&M University - Kingsville -