Brooke Frerich
veterinary Technion
Cottonwood,MN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Evans Family Pet Care
07.2023 - 06.2024
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues when needed during emergencies or critical cases requiring additional assistance.
- Increased clinic efficiency by organizing supplies inventory management systems for easy access during appointments or surgeries.
- Handled challenging behavior from stressed or anxious animals using calming techniques learned through continuous professional development courses.
Veterinary Technician
Lakeside Companion Animal clinic
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Designed and created client education materials and marketing materials for hospital services.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
Internship
Lake Superior Zoo
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Shadowing Amy Gallagher, CVT
- Completing weekly rounds, blood work on different species weekly, prepped for and assisted in physical exam for the wolves, including tooth extraction and IV blood draw on Kangaroo via lateral tail vein.
- Prepared for and participated in the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) five year inspection.
Veterinary Assistant
Cloquet Animal Hospital
12.2018 - 01.2022
- 2021 - Performed vet assistant functions; responsible for patient intake, exams, administered vaccines, completed blood draws, radiographs, preventive care and interactions with clients regarding the appointment. Prepped for and assisted in surgeries, monitored anesthesia, monitored and performed after surgery care.
- 2020 - Performed routine reception functions; checked clients in and out, assisted in payment collection, brought patients to exam room's Assisted with physical restraints, hand injections, and positioning and holding patients for radiographs.
- 2019 - Housekeeping of patient rooms, surgical area, and overall clinic, Data entry and filing.
Education
Veterinary Technology AAS Degree -
Ridgewater College
Willmar, MN05.2022
High school Diploma -
Superior Senior High School
Superior, WI06.2019
Skills
- Preparation for and assisting during multiple types of surgery
- Administration of gas and injectable anesthesia
- Placement of IV catheters
- Properly calculate medications, drip rates/fluid therapy, vaccinations and fill prescriptions
- Identify and perform dental prophylaxis
- Perform all aspects of radiology procedures
- Laboratory skills and tests (blood analysis, urine sediment test, etc)
- Effectively and efficiently carry out venipunctures
- Perform physical exams and multiple styles of animal restraints
- Small, large and exotic animal nursing and animal husbandry
- Client education, computer and reception skills
- Shearing ovine/caprine, along with castrating caprine via emasculator
- Nail Trimming
- Client Education
Certification
- Certified Veterinary Technician, Pending
- Certified in Fear Free Level 1 and 2, 12/2021
- Certified in Fear Free Shelter Medicine, 09/2021
Affiliations
- National Association of Veterinary Technicians of America; NAVTA (August 2020 - Present)
- Minnesota Association of Veterinary Technician; MAVT (August 2020 - Present)
- Ridgewater College Veterinary Technicians Association (August 2020 - May 2022)
- Ridgewater Rodeo Club (August 2019 - May 2020)
Volunteer Experience
- Highway Pick-Up: Adopt a highway student run event (April 2022)
- Chip and Dip: Student volunteer for microchipping/bathing fundraiser (April 2022)
- Vaccination Clinic (September 2021)
- Pizza Ranch Rodeo Night (Fall 2019)
- Salvation Army Bell Ringing (December 2018, 2019)
- St. Francis Church Potlucks (April 2016, 2017, 2018)
References
- Jennifer Shepherd, DVM, Owner, Cloquet Animal Hospital, 122 2nd ST, Cloquet, MN, 55720, (218)269-1662
- Brenda Evans, DVM, Veterinarian, business owner, Evans family pet care, 102 E Lyon St, Marshall, MN, 56258, (507)828-7133
- Amy Gallagher, CVT, Vet Tech/Safety Manager, Lake Superior Zoo, 7210 Fremont St, Duluth, MN, 55807, (218)341-6183
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Evans Family Pet Care
07.2023 - 06.2024
Veterinary Technician
Lakeside Companion Animal clinic
08.2022 - 06.2023
Internship
Lake Superior Zoo
05.2022 - 08.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Cloquet Animal Hospital
12.2018 - 01.2022
Veterinary Technology AAS Degree -
Ridgewater College
High school Diploma -
Superior Senior High School
- Certified Veterinary Technician, Pending
- Certified in Fear Free Level 1 and 2, 12/2021
- Certified in Fear Free Shelter Medicine, 09/2021
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