Brittany Racecic
Westlake,OH
Summary
A registered veterinary technician with 15+ years experience specializing in Emergency and Critical Care; delivering high quality care and expertise to the veterinary field.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care/ICU Technician Supervisor; Advanced Technical Skills Trainer
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Dynamic leadership and meticulous oversight of a fast-paced, high-capacity intensive care unit, ensuring optimal patient care through efficient resource allocation, staff coordination, and adherence to stringent medical protocols
- Managed and coordinated staffing assignments and shift schedules for the team, ensuring optimal coverage and patient care
- Supervised and mentored technicians, providing guidance and support in their daily tasks and responsibilities within the Intensive Care Unit
- Provided comprehensive training sessions to all staff members, including veterinarians, interns, residents, and technicians; focusing on advanced skills and techniques relevant to their roles
- Strong advocate for both patients and technical staff
- Actively pursuing Veterinary Technician Specialty in Emergency and Critical Care
Critical Care Department Lead, Emergency RVT
VCA Great Lakes Veterinary Specialists
02.2015 - 03.2022
- Provided exceptional nursing care and collaborated with Criticalist to develop daily patient care plans
- Exceptional time management and delegation skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced ER environment
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Trained and mentored technical staff.
RVT Lead
Bartels & Busack Pet Hospital
02.2012 - 07.2019
- Gather patient medical history
- Conducted daily patient assessments to prepare for surgical or dental procedures
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Stautzenberger College
Brecksville, OH2010
Skills
- Central Venous Catheters
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters
- Arterial sampling/catheter placement
- Foley catheter placement/management
- Thoracocentesis
- Abdominocentesis
- Chest tube placement
- Chest drainage system management
- ICU ventilator nursing care
- Point of Care Ultrasound assessments
- Advanced life support
Certification
- Registered Veterinary Technician- State of Ohio, 2010
- RECOVER CPR- BLS & ALS, renewed 2024
Timeline
Critical Care/ICU Technician Supervisor; Advanced Technical Skills Trainer
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Critical Care Department Lead, Emergency RVT
VCA Great Lakes Veterinary Specialists
02.2015 - 03.2022
RVT Lead
Bartels & Busack Pet Hospital
02.2012 - 07.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Stautzenberger College
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