Brianna Curry
Richmond,VA
Summary
Experienced and passionate LVT, with hopes of obtaining VTS in Anesthesia/Analgesia, as well as excelling in anesthesia administration, monitoring and delivering compassionate patient care. Demonstrated expertise in venipuncture and client education, significantly enhancing patient experience, client relationship and overall satisfaction. I bring a proven track record and comprehensive skill set vital for high-quality veterinary care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Radiation Oncology LVT
The Oncology Service
Richmond, VA
04.2024 - Current
- Assisting with the efficiency of the radiation oncologist by anticipating the doctor’s needs, and providing exceptional and compassionate patient care.
- Acquiring accurate patient histories, recordkeeping and invoicing, and client communication and education, as directed by the veterinarian.
- Flawless IV catheter placement for anesthetic use.
- Administration of induction agents, as well as monitoring and recovery of general anesthesia/sedation for radiation treatment patients and CT scan patients.
- Low-stress handling techniques and restraint of patients during physical exams and diagnostic sample collection, and proficient venipuncture.
- An advanced understanding of patient positioning for radiographs, CT scans, and radiation treatments.
Anesthesia Technician
Virginia Veterinary Centers
Richmond, VA
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Use proper procedures to collect diagnostic samples, imaging, and non-laboratory diagnostics for analysis.
- Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures, including anesthetic protocol development, and administration of medications.
- Intubate patients, and prepare them for surgery, maintaining and monitoring general anesthesia throughout the procedure.
- Provide recovery care for patients post-anesthetic episodes, and ensure proper medical documentation of anesthesia monitoring.
- Calculate, create, and administer constant-rate infusions, such as Methadone CRIs and Fentanyl CRIs.
- Communicate effectively with clients at all stages of their visit, providing updates, and triaging as necessary.
LVT/Surgical Tech
Meadow Branch Animal Hospital
Winchester, VA
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted with positioning patients on the operating table in preparation for surgery.
- Cultivate efficiency, and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic technique when handling surgical instruments.
- Provided quality patient care before, during, and after surgery by responding to patients, clients, and surgeons' needs.
- Assisted the surgeon with patient preparation for TPLO and orthopedic procedures.
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments, retracting tissue, cutting sutures and suctioning fluids.
Veterinary Technician/Receptionist
Plaza Pet Clinic
Winchester, VA
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Performed blood collection, placed IV catheters, prepared medication, fluid administration, ECG, digital radiology, dentistry, etc
- Receptionist tasks, scheduled appointments utilizing Avimark software, and client education, etc
- Performed lab work on IDEXX equipment including ProCyte Dx, Catalyst, Sedivue analyzer, etc
- Assisted with surgical preparation, induction, monitoring, recovery, and equipment maintenance
Veterinary Tech Assistant/Receptionist
Hoof and Paw Vet Services
Purcellville, VA
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Performed quality medical care for both large and small animal
- Assisted in preparing medications, restraining, various medical treatments, diagnostic testing, and radiology, etc
- Client education, utilized Avimark software, and managed patient records, etc
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Blue Ridge Vet Associates
Purcellville, VA
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Medical treatment and quality care for various species at a 24-hour emergency facility
- Triaged patients, recorded history, and performed as an exam room technician
- Performed various collection techniques such as cytology, blood draws, and fecal floats
- Assistant duties such as nail trims, ear cleaning, SQ injections, and client education, etc
Primate Keeper Intern
Zoo Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
08.2015 - 11.2015
- Conducted primate husbandry, training, enrichment techniques, and behavioral observation research
Animal Care Intern
Mill Mountain Zoo
Roanoke, VA
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Conducted daily husbandry and exhibit maintenance of various animal species at an AZA-accredited facility
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College
Weyers Cave, VA05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Biology
Radford University
Radford, VA01.2015
Skills
- Compassionate care and nursing
- Preoperative preparation and postoperative care
- Anesthesia administration and monitoring
- Dental procedures
- Venipuncture proficiency and catheter placement
- Wound management
- Laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging
- Vital signs and patient monitoring
- Advanced surgical techniques
- Animal restraint and behavioral assessment
- Medical record-keeping and controlled drug logging
- Client communication and education
Certification
Veterinary Technician Certification, Present
Additionalinformation
- Primate Keeper Intern, Zoo Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, 08/01/15, 11/01/15
- Animal Care Intern, Mill Mountain Zoo, Roanoke, VA, 06/01/14, 08/01/14
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Radiation Oncology LVT
The Oncology Service
04.2024 - Current
Anesthesia Technician
Virginia Veterinary Centers
12.2022 - 12.2023
LVT/Surgical Tech
Meadow Branch Animal Hospital
12.2021 - 12.2022
Veterinary Technician/Receptionist
Plaza Pet Clinic
01.2020 - 01.2022
Veterinary Tech Assistant/Receptionist
Hoof and Paw Vet Services
12.2017 - 12.2019
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Blue Ridge Vet Associates
06.2016 - 06.2017
Primate Keeper Intern
Zoo Atlanta
08.2015 - 11.2015
Animal Care Intern
Mill Mountain Zoo
06.2014 - 08.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Biology
Radford University
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