Caroline Holifield
Manor,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented Licensed Veterinary Technician with 6 years of relevant experience and specific expertise in small animal medicine. Familiar with basic medical terminology, laboratory protocols and testing procedures. Works well under pressure within high-volume testing environments. Reliably completes accurate work and goes above and beyond to meet daily demands.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Beevet Animal Hospital
Austin, TX
02.2020 - Current
- Educated clients on animal health, preventive care and procedures.
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
- Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
- Managed proper administration of prescribed anesthetics to patients ahead of surgical procedures.
- Assisted post-operative patients with acute pain management in line with established safety and medicine administration protocols.
- Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation, and ventilatory support.
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Managed protocols for and completed APHIS domestic and international health certificates.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
2222 Veterinary Clinic
Austin, TX
06.2017 - 02.2020
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Aided veterinary surgeon with orthopedic surgeries and procedures for domestic species.
- Supported clinic operations.
- Handled hospital inventory and tracking, including controlled drug logs.
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
- Managed proper administration of prescribed anesthetics to patients ahead of surgical procedures.
- Pretested and calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors.
- Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation, and ventilatory support.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Austin Pets Alive
Austin, TX
08.2017 - 02.2018
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Assisted post-operative patients with acute pain management in line with established safety and medicine administration protocols.
- Managed proper administration of prescribed anesthetics to patients ahead of surgical procedures.
Veterinary Assistant
Robinson Drive Animal Hospital
Robinson, TX
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Aided veterinary surgeon with surgeries and procedures for domestic and exotic species with complex requirements.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms and surgical equipment.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical and diagnostic procedures.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Helped treat and research medical conditions and diseases in livestock.
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southwestern University
Georgetown, TX05.2014
Skills
- Reliable and Responsible
- Critical Thinking
- Dental Radiology
- Drug Calculations
- Humane Animal Restraints
- Anesthetic Administration
- Treatment and Research Records
Accomplishments
- Phi Theta Kappa, McLennan Community College, Waco, TX
- SCAC Fall 2010, 2012 Student-Athlete Academic Honor Roll, Southwestern University, Georgetown, TX
Certification
- TBVME - LVT-1771
- IACUC
Publications
Exposure to methylphenidate during peri-adolescence affects endocrine functioning and sexual behavior in female Long–Evans rats
Pharmacology, Biochemistry, and Behavior
MAR 2016
doi: 10.1016/j.pbb.2015.12.003
Timeline
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Beevet Animal Hospital
02.2020 - Current
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Austin Pets Alive
08.2017 - 02.2018
Licensed Veterinary Technician
2222 Veterinary Clinic
06.2017 - 02.2020
Veterinary Assistant
Robinson Drive Animal Hospital
07.2016 - 06.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
McLennan Community College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Southwestern University
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