Caroline Wattles
Palm City
Summary
Veterinary professional with extensive experience in animal care and strong commitment to excellence in clinical support. Adept at assisting in diagnostics, administering treatments, and providing compassionate care. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments, with key skills in surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, post-operative recovery, and patient discharge.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
All Creatures Animal Hospital
04.2023 - Current
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, including administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Performed anesthetic dental cleanings including dental radiographs and suturing extraction sites.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
Animal Care Technician
Nala's New Life Rescue
03.2018 - Current
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by conducting regular inspections and cleaning enclosures thoroughly.
- Monitored animal behavior to detect any signs of distress, illness, or injury, taking appropriate action when necessary.
- Established strong relationships with local veterinarians to facilitate prompt and effective care for animals in need of medical attention.
- Reduced stress levels in shelter animals by implementing behavioral modification techniques that promoted healthy coping mechanisms.
- Educated caregivers and pet owners on animal care, nutrition, and disease management.
- Contributed to successful adoptions through careful evaluation of potential adopters' compatibility with available animals.
- Trained new staff and volunteers on animal care protocols, elevating overall team competency.
- Conducted behavioral assessments and training sessions, resulting in improved adoptability and placement of shelter animals.
- Implemented efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis.
- Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
Shelter Manager
RUFF Pet Rescue
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in interactions with resident dogs.
- Evaluated incoming animals for behavioral issues and overall adoptability.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and potential adopters.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Supervised meet-and-greets and home visits between shelter residents and potential adopters as well as any animals in potential homes.
- Improved safety procedures while handling and housing animals to create safe working conditions for workers and shelter residents.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste based on current shelter occupancy.
- Scheduled in-hospital and on-site veterinary care for shelter residents, performed basic medical procedures (wound care, bandaging, prescribed injections, sample collection, routine de-worming, administering medications including routine flea/tick/heartworm prevention)
- Assisted in behavioral euthanasia procedures for dangerous animals when necessary.
- Scheduled facility maintenance as necessary, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, yard work, and fencing
Education
Biology
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL04-2023
Skills
- Intravenous catheterization
- Medication administration
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical preparation, procedures and support
- Dental procedures
- Emergency and preventive care
- Diagnostic sampling
- Euthanasia procedures
- Behavioral assessment
- Laboratory skills
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
All Creatures Animal Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Shelter Manager
RUFF Pet Rescue
04.2022 - 02.2024
Animal Care Technician
Nala's New Life Rescue
03.2018 - Current
Biology
Indian River State College
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