Brandi Taylor
Finger,TN
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Technician with extensive experience at Henderson Co. Animal Clinic, excelling in patient monitoring and surgical assistance. Proven ability to enhance client satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care. Skilled in anesthesia monitoring and preventive care, ensuring optimal health outcomes for animals while maintaining strict sanitation protocols.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinarian Technician
Henderson Co. Animial Clinic
Lexington, TN
03.2007 - Current
- Facilitated communication between clients and veterinarians, acting as a liaison to ensure clear understanding of diagnoses and treatments.
- Contributed to the well-being of animals by assisting in surgical procedures and post-operative care.
- Consistently maintained a clean working environment by following strict sanitation protocols that adhered to industry standards.
- Restrained animals of all sizes appropriately during veterinary examinations and when immunizations were given.
- Streamlined workflow processes with effective inventory management and restocking of supplies when necessary.
- Assisted veterinarians during surgical procedures by organizing operating room by preparing necessary tools and equipment.
- Ensured a safe environment for both animals and staff through proper sterilization of equipment and treatment areas.
- Provided excellent customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions on pet health.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely follow-up on their pets'' progress post-treatment, demonstrating genuine care for the well-being of their animals.
- Prepared animals for surgery by clipping fur and disinfecting surgical sites thoroughly to prevent infection risks during operations.
- Assisted in dental cleanings and oral examinations, promoting good oral hygiene in pets.
- Explained preventive care measures for flea and tick control and heartworms.
- Examined animal patients, asking pet owners appropriate questions regarding behavior, eating habits and sleeping.
- Conducted regular laboratory work including blood chemistry analysis, fecal exams, urinalysis, skin scrapings, among other tests for accurate diagnosis of medical conditions.
- Educated pet owners on preventive healthcare measures, increasing overall pet wellness within the community.
- Monitored vital signs during surgical procedures, ensuring the safety of anesthetized animals throughout their operations.
- Supported veterinarians during emergency cases with swift response times to administer critical care effectively under high-pressure situations.
- Administered vaccinations and medications as prescribed by the veterinarian, safeguarding animal health.
- Comforted clients when pets were sick or dying and provided listening ear.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
Education
Chester Co. High School
Henderson05.1993
Skills
- Team communication
- Pet care
- Patient monitoring
- IV catheter placement
- Wound care
- Laboratory procedures
- Preventive care
- Euthanasia assistance
- Vaccine administration
- Sample collection
- Preventative care
- Post operative care
- Surgical assistance
- Parasite identification
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Veterinarian communication
- Animal restraint OR animal restraining techniques
- Oral and topical medication administration
- Animal restraint
- Basic laboratory tests
- Sanitation protocols
- Nail trimming
- Medical history collection
- Euthanasia
- Emergency care
- Vaccinations
- Suture removal
- Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
Timeline
Veterinarian Technician
Henderson Co. Animial Clinic
03.2007 - Current
Chester Co. High School