Summary
Overview
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BRENDA SIMEK

BRENDA SIMEK

Tampa,FL

Summary

Highly successful Certified Veterinary Technician with significant expertise in anesthesia, surgery and pathology in companion animals. Proven history of building strong rapport with owners to provide seamless pet care and foster exceptional service.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Veterinary Technician (Per Diem)

Veterinary Emergency Group
01.2025 - Current

Certified Veterinary Technician

Allied Emergency and Specialty Veterinary Services
01.2023 - Current

Specialty Surgery Coordinator/Surgery Technician Supervisor/Relief ER Technician

South Metro Animal Emergency Care
01.2018 - 01.2024
  • Worked closely with Board Certified Surgeon on orthopedic, as well as soft tissue surgeries.
  • Induced, intubated and monitored patients under anesthesia for both emergent procedures and specialty surgeries.
  • Prepared animals for and assisted DVM with surgical procedures.
  • Performed laboratory tasks such as testing blood and bodily fluids to diagnose health problems as well as taking radiographs.
  • Prepared, administered, and reported medications and other treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Instructed veterinary assistants and veterinary technicians on the technical skills needed in the clinical setting including proper participation in emergency/critical situations.
  • Instructed others and performed proper administration of oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular and intravenous medications.
  • Instructed others to both set up and titrate medications delivered via constant rate infusion, along with recognizing and dealing.

Lead Oncology Technician, Relief IM & ER Technician

Blue Pearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital
06.2016 - 07.2019
  • Performed critical thinking for and provided compassionate care to oncology, internal medicine, emergency and surgical patients.
  • Provided high quality care to animals during diagnostics, treatments, and recovery.
  • Developed and implemented tailored diagnostics & treatments/chemotherapy plans to meet the needs of patients and clients.
  • Performed IV catheter placement. Induced, intubated and monitored patients under anesthesia for both emergent and planned procedures.
  • Prepared prescriptions gave medication to patients and explained post-treatment care to owners.
  • Proficient at charting of all appointments, treatments, diagnostics, and procedures.
  • Managed the oncology department pharmacy, as well as all supplies needed for electro & chemotherapy.
  • Performed total patient assessments; managed intravenous sites/lines; placed peripherally inserted central catheters; obtained central venous pressure readings; treated post-operative surgical and trauma wounds; managed tracheostomy tubes, urinary catheters, and nasogastric tubes.

Surgery Technician Supervisor

Mission Animal Hospital
09.2012 - 06.2016
  • Worked closely with Board Certified Surgeon on orthopedic as well as soft tissue surgeries.
  • Induced, intubated and monitored patients under anesthesia for both emergent procedures and specialty surgeries.
  • Performed venipuncture and intubation of animals, prepared animals sterilely for surgery. Induced, intubated and monitored patients under anesthesia for both emergent and planned procedures.
  • Performed laboratory tasks such as testing blood and bodily fluids to diagnose health problems as well as taking radiographs.
  • Prepared prescriptions, gave medication to patients and explained post-op care to owners.
  • Educated clients about preventative care needs and options available.
  • Consulted with clients prior to exams and procedures, explained hospital services and associated pricing.
  • Provided excellent customer service to clients in all aspects of the health and behavior of their pets.
  • Provided high quality care to animals during diagnostics, treatments, recovery, and boarding.
  • Prepared, administered, and reported medications, vaccines, and other treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Utilized clinical judgement and efficient triage techniques to manage priorities of care in a high-volume setting.
  • Performed and understood the importance of accurate charting procedures.

Veterinary Technician

Animal Humane Society
03.2003 - 09.2012
  • Supported an average of 35 animal surgeries per day by preparing the animals, maintaining surgical equipment, and monitoring animal conditions during and following surgery.
  • Physical examinations of animals, including recording basic vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and respiration data. Vaccinating and microchipping animals. Identifying and treating minor health conditions and presenting animals with concerning health conditions to DVM.
  • Performed laboratory tasks such as testing blood and bodily fluids to diagnose health problems, as well as taking radiographs.
  • Maintained shelter records including pet treatment and laboratory documents, research updates, and medicine, equipment, and supply inventory.
  • Administered emergency first aid, including performing emergency resuscitation.
  • Guaranteed shelter cleanliness for all facilities including holding areas, surgery suites, and examination rooms to prohibit the spread of infection and disease.

Education

Veterinary Technology -

Minnesota School of Business
Plymouth, MN
05.2015

Biology - undefined

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN
05.1999

Skills

  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Proficient in both written and verbal communication
  • Effective leadership
  • Strategic issue analysis
  • Skilled in high-pressure environments
  • Operative care management
  • Client Education
  • Phlebotomy

Locations

  • Tampa, FL
  • Minneapolis, MN

Timeline

Certified Veterinary Technician (Per Diem)

Veterinary Emergency Group
01.2025 - Current

Certified Veterinary Technician

Allied Emergency and Specialty Veterinary Services
01.2023 - Current

Specialty Surgery Coordinator/Surgery Technician Supervisor/Relief ER Technician

South Metro Animal Emergency Care
01.2018 - 01.2024

Lead Oncology Technician, Relief IM & ER Technician

Blue Pearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital
06.2016 - 07.2019

Surgery Technician Supervisor

Mission Animal Hospital
09.2012 - 06.2016

Veterinary Technician

Animal Humane Society
03.2003 - 09.2012

Biology - undefined

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Veterinary Technology -

Minnesota School of Business

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