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Brittany Lacey

Suwanee,GA

Summary

Dedicated professional with 11 years of experience assisting veterinarians in examining animals to determine nature of illnesses or injuries in every day and emergent situations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Veterinary Technician

Creekside Animal Hospital
Cumming, Georgia
05.2024 - Current
  • Provided technical support to veterinary staff during examinations and surgeries.
  • Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
  • Instructed new employees on proper handling techniques when dealing with animals.
  • Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
  • Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
  • Educated clients on proper pet care, nutrition, and preventive health measures.
  • Maintained accurate patient records, including updating vaccine histories and filing documents.
  • Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Restrained animals during examination or treatment with minimal stress to the animal.
  • Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
  • Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
  • Tracked patient progress throughout their stay in order to report any changes in condition back to the veterinarian.
  • Conducted initial exams on pets, took vital signs and collected samples for lab.

Veterinary Assistant / Team Lead

Suwanee Animal Hospital
Suwanee, GA
02.2023 - 05.2024
  • Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
  • Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
  • Released patients to owners with care directions from the veterinary staff.
  • Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
  • Addressed the healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
  • Documented and tracked treatment activities.
  • Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
  • Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
  • Performed laboratory tests, x-rays, and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
  • Collected fluids from animals for laboratory testing.
  • Examined animals for behavioral changes or clinical symptoms indicating illness or injury.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
  • Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
  • Resolved escalated customer complaints or queries promptly and efficiently.

Veterinary Assistant

Eastside Animal Medical Center
Grayson, GA
01.2019 - 02.2023
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
  • Administered immunizations, blood plasma and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
  • Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
  • Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
  • Documented and tracked treatment activities.
  • Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
  • Educated clients and public on animal health, treatment protocols and general procedures.
  • Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
  • Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
  • Presented information on animal health and preventive care to clients.
  • Documented patient information with precision to maintain records accuracy.
  • Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.

Front End Coordinator/ Camp Counselor

Camp Bow Wow
Duluth, GA
10.2018 - 02.2019
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
  • Cared for pets during owners' absences.

Veterinary Assistant

PetVet Care Centers
Suwanee, GA
08.2015 - 08.2018

Heart of Suwanee Animal Hospital / Johns Creek Vet Clinic

Experience with Canine/Felines/Exotics (such as birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, reptiles)

  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
  • Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
  • Stocked treatment rooms with appropriate supplies, scheduled appointments, answered phones and processed customer payments to boost office efficiency.
  • Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
  • Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
  • Placed IV catheters in hospitalized and surgical patients.

Education

Veterinary Technology

Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA

References

References Available Upon Request

Timeline

Lead Veterinary Technician

Creekside Animal Hospital
05.2024 - Current

Veterinary Assistant / Team Lead

Suwanee Animal Hospital
02.2023 - 05.2024

Veterinary Assistant

Eastside Animal Medical Center
01.2019 - 02.2023

Front End Coordinator/ Camp Counselor

Camp Bow Wow
10.2018 - 02.2019

Veterinary Assistant

PetVet Care Centers
08.2015 - 08.2018

Veterinary Technology

Gwinnett Technical College
Brittany Lacey