BECKY STEVENSON
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Certified Veterinary Technician with over 12 years experience and hands-on training in veterinary hospitals. I’ve become extremely familiar with the industry in Salt Lake and have developed relationships throughout my career. I remain just as passionate about the veterinary field as I was when I began and am passionate about helping others nurture their passion for veterinary medicine. I strive to continue to advance my career by taking advantage of every opportunity given.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Veterinary Technician
VCA Cottonwood Animal Hospital
10.2019 - Current
- Co-manage inventory including all facets of ordering supplies and medications with a primary focus on controlled drugs and discrepancies
- Manage medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Provide compassionate nursing care for hospitalized animals, closely monitoring their condition and administering medication and treatments as prescribed.
- Participate in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry advancements, and licensing and best possible practices for our patients
- Contributed to team success with excellent communication skills and collaboration in multidisciplinary veterinary teams.
- Ensured timely response to emergencies by providing immediate triage assessments and administering first aid when needed.
Lead Veterinary Technician
Red Butte Veterinary Care
01.2016 - 09.2019
- As Head Technician my responsibilities include: Scheduling and setting up all surgical procedures including estimates, intubation, surgical prep, monitoring anesthesia and recovery
- Scheduling and performing all dental procedures
- Responsibility for approving prescription refills and client instructions
- Equipment management and maintenance
- Responsible for all staff scheduling and approving employee hours
- Responsible for training all new Vet Techs
- Overseeing purchasing and monitoring inventory.
Veterinary Technician
East Valley Veterinary Clinic
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Worked as a surgery technician including set-up, break-down of surgical suite, preparing surgical patients’ blood work, placing catheters and creating anesthesia protocols
- Checked in clients for surgeries, hospitalization and routine appointments including obtaining a full medical history
- Skillfully performed dental surgeries including full mouth radiographs, scaling, probing, polishing and monitoring anesthesia.
Education
Associate of Applied Science – Veterinary Technology -
Broadview University
West Jordan, UT01.2012
Associate of Applied Science -
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT01.2003
Skills
- Proficient in all areas of dentistry
- Competent with blood draws and catheters
- Skilled in radiology
- Fractious animal restraint
- Preventative care and vaccination protocols
- Calculating and dispensing medications
- Set up and monitoring anesthesia
- Client education and post-surgical instructions
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Technician
VCA Cottonwood Animal Hospital
10.2019 - Current
Lead Veterinary Technician
Red Butte Veterinary Care
01.2016 - 09.2019
Veterinary Technician
East Valley Veterinary Clinic
01.2014 - 01.2016
Associate of Applied Science – Veterinary Technology -
Broadview University
Associate of Applied Science -
Salt Lake Community College
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