Carlanna White
Fort Walton Beach ,Florida
Summary
Ambitious graduate pursuing a veterinary degree, eager to contribute developed knowledge as a veterinary technician . Skilled in aiding examination and medical needs in hectic work settings. Adaptable and driven with a strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinarian Technician
Emergency Clinic Of Niceville
Niceville, FL
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted in emergency medical procedures for critically ill animals.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications as directed by veterinarians.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and preventive health measures.
- Monitored vital signs during surgical procedures, ensuring the safety of anesthetized animals throughout their operations.
- Prepared animals for surgery by clipping fur and disinfecting surgical sites thoroughly to prevent infection risks during operations.
Veterinary Assistant
Allied Animal Emergency Hospital
Tallahassee, FL
09.2023 - Current
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Maintained observation of critical vital signs in animals under hospital care.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Completed ongoing coursework in veterinary medicine.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Increased client satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering valuable recommendations for pet care.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Monitored laboratory animal behavior and health.
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Aid Hospital
Tallahassee, Fl
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Sterilized equipment and cleaned examination tables and rooms based on necessity and pre-determined maintenance schedule
- Monitored patients during recovery to prepare for going home or transfer to the overnight care facility
- Trimmed nails expressed anal glands and swabbed ears along with other hygienic procedures
- Fed animals according to their specific diets and schedules to enhance their recovery
- Delivered compassionate care and home-away-from-home for hospitalized pets.
Veterinary Assistant Summer Internship
Friendship Hospital
Fort Walton Beach, FL
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
- Clipped animals' claws
- Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites, and skin scrapings.
- Provide Sub-Q Fluids to patients
- Blood draws from patients
- Giving vaccines
- Filling prescriptions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL05.2025
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Time Management
- Animal Restraint
- Medication Administration
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Veterinarian Assistance
- Prescription Filling
- Patient Discharge
- Patient Care Monitoring
- Client communication
- Medication administration
References
Allied Emergency
- Shanell Turner: Hospital Manager, (850)222-0123, sturner@vetcor.com
Friendship Veterinary
- Shannon Kolker: Hospital Manager, (850)862-9813, shannon@friendship.vet
Education and Training
true
Skills
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Prescription filling
- Wound care
- Veterinarian assistance
- Laboratory testing
- Patient discharge
- Emergency response
Timeline
Veterinarian Technician
Emergency Clinic Of Niceville
07.2025 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Allied Animal Emergency Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant Summer Internship
Friendship Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Aid Hospital
04.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University