Carmen Knipper
Hopkinton,IA
Summary
Skilled Registered Veterinary Technician with proven expertise at Tri-Vet Associates in patient care, anesthesia administration, laboratory applications, medication preparation and administration. Recognized for delivering compassionate care and enhancing client education, while effectively managing emergency situations. Committed to improving patient outcomes through record-keeping and collaboration with veterinary teams. Ability to maintain confidentiality while completing adequate records and communication with clients.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Tri-Vet Associates
02.2018 - Current
- Performed laboratory tasks such as blood draws and sample analysis efficiently within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Collaborated with the veterinary team, contributing to a positive work environment and seamless coordination of patient care.
- Maintained detailed and confidential patient records, allowing for efficient communication between team members and streamlined care processes.
- Provided exceptional customer service both face-to-face interactions with clients as well as phone inquiries.
- Handled emergency situations with a calm demeanor, providing critical support to veterinarians during life-saving interventions.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and controlled substance logs to maintain adequate stock levels while minimizing waste.
- Assisted with diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs or ultrasounds, enabling accurate diagnoses and treatments.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
Salebarn Employee
Edgewood Livestock Commission
04.2014 - 03.2019
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility. Able to fill in for staff in the office and cattle yards.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environment. Sales are fast past and needing to complete paperwork and scale tickets effectively.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance. As a team we tagged and penned cattle accordingly.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments. Weighing cattle during the sale.
Registered Veterinary Technician
Tri-Vet Associates
05.1999 - 05.2013
- Maintained detailed patient records, allowing for efficient communication between team members and streamlined care processes.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to patients, promoting their overall well-being and comfort during treatment.
- Administered medications and vaccinations as prescribed by the veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgery, resulting in successful procedures and faster recovery times for patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technician
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA05-1999
High School Diploma -
Edgewood- Colesburg School
Edgewood, IA05-1996
Skills
- Client education
- Anesthesia management
- Specimen collection
- Accurate medical record management
- IV access proficiency
- Compassionate animal healthcare
- Surgical assistance
- Clinical laboratory testing
- Safe medication handling
- Implementation of biosecurity protocols
- Skilled in animal handling
- Controlled substance management
- Medication management
- Sanitation practices
- Medication labeling compliance
- Intravenous injection
- Laboratory management
- Clinical patient monitoring
- Proficient in diagnostic imaging
- Invoice documentation
- Effective client communication
- Oversee cash drawer reconciliation
- Phone communication skills
- Time management
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Tri-Vet Associates
02.2018 - Current
Salebarn Employee
Edgewood Livestock Commission
04.2014 - 03.2019
Registered Veterinary Technician
Tri-Vet Associates
05.1999 - 05.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technician
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Edgewood- Colesburg School
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