Brittany Howard

Under DVM supervision, the role involves collecting patient biopsies and blood samples, performing physical examinations, necropsies, and triaging incoming patients. The role also involves restocking surgical and office supplies, administering medications, and performing fecal examinations, urinalysis, and bloodwork. Other responsibilities include:

• Providing neonatal care to orphan goats, obtaining TPR and physical exams, administering vaccinations and dewormings, and euthanizing animals with low or concerning quality of life.
• Developing and implementing individual care plans tailored to each patient's needs, and delivering optimal emergency care in combat environments.
• Monitoring changes in patient conditions, performing assessments, and implementing care plans in accordance with hospital standards.
• Assisted in care of chronically-ill patients, monitoring vital signs during surgical procedures, and providing postoperative care.
• Maintaining detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
• Providing overnight critical care, advising on potential conditions, treatment plans, and healthy lifestyle choice recommendations.
• Prescribed or administered treatment, therapy, and medication to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
• Performing diagnostic imaging procedures such as CT and x-ray imaging.
• Served on-call in large and small animal hospital settings for 12-hour shifts to provide radiological and imaging expertise.
• Preparing laboratory samples, assessing patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Euthanizing animals humanely due to conditions such as cancer or advanced age.
• Providing dental radiography and images for dental procedures, performing dental extractions, and dental scaling.
• Performing dental radiography and images for dental procedures, performing dental extractions, and administering inhalant anesthesia.

• Observed and assisted in a range of medical procedures, including eye enucleation, laryngeal paralysis, and dental prophylaxis
• Contributed to radiographic procedures for Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) cases, enhancing diagnostic accuracy
• Supported specialty surgeries, including emu leg stabilization and treatments for injured turtles, demonstrating adaptability in unique veterinary situations

• Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
• Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
• Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
• Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
• Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
• Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
• Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
• Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
• Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
• Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
• Performed neuter and dewclaw removal
• Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
• Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
• Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
• Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
• Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
• Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
• Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
• Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
• Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.

• Executed comprehensive study on Sericea Lespedeza's impact on intestinal strongyle count in adult geldings, demonstrating proficiency in scientific research and data collection
• Analyzed weekly fecal samples, effectively utilizing laboratory techniques and critical analysis skills to ensure accurate results
• Demonstrated strong report writing and communication abilities by submitting detailed reports and conducting microscopic identification and counting

• Engaged in diverse agricultural tasks, notably maintaining landscape aesthetics, and ensuring appropriate nourishment for livestock
• Assisted in critical animal care procedures, including wound treatment and grooming, contributing to overall farm animal welfare

• Managed range of responsibilities as Veterinary Technician, including proficient collection of lab samples and execution of emergency procedures
• Implemented laser treatment protocols and maintained open, effective communication with clients to ensure top-tier animal care

• Contributed to the successful preparation and implementation of surgical procedures, with a focus on maintaining the highest standards of animal care
• Skillfully performed radiography and dental prophylaxis activities, while enhancing client relationships through effective communication

• Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring positive shopping experience, and fostering customer loyalty
• Managed cash transactions accurately and maintained store cleanliness, adhering to company standards and policies