Brooke Carr
Orange,VA
Summary
Detail oriented Veterinary Technician who is Fear Free certified and passionately cares for patients. Offers experience in small animal practices that includes assisting in routine surgical procedures, orthopedic surgical procedures, preventative care visits, hospitalized cases and emergency care. Skilled in laboratory procedures, proficient with IDEXX laboratory machines, medical record keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Lake Anna Veterinary Hospital
06.2016 - Current
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Educated clients on animal health, preventive care and procedures.
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Promoted parasite protection as well as skin and coat health through regular grooming, dietary suggestions, and supplement recommendations for pet owners.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Analyzed bloodwork and sample results using IDEXX to diagnose diseases and conditions.
- Trained other LVTs in operations and procedures.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
Veterinary Assistant
Fredericksburg Animal Hospital
09.2013 - 02.2016
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Blue Ridge Community College
Weyers Cave, VA05.2016
Skills
- General Anesthesia induction, monitoring and recovery
- Fear Free Certified
- Excellent Patient Care
- Medical record updating
- Venous blood draws
- Client Communication
- Client Education
- Calculation drug dosages
- Dental Procedures and Radiology
- Radiology positioning
- Surgical Assisting
- Surgical Preparation
Certification
Fear Free Training Certified level 1 (2018)
Fear Free Training Certified level 2 (2023)
Timeline
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Lake Anna Veterinary Hospital
06.2016 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Fredericksburg Animal Hospital
09.2013 - 02.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Blue Ridge Community College
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