Christi "Cody" Cook
New Braunfels,TX
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Technician with extensive experience at New Braunfels Veterinary Clinic, excelling in anesthesia administration and patient monitoring. Proven ability to provide critical care in emergencies while ensuring animal comfort. Skilled in surgical assistance and client education, fostering strong relationships with pet owners to enhance animal health outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinarian Technician
New Braunfels Veterinary Clinic
05.2007 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in performing examinations and administering treatments to ensure animal health and well-being.
- Monitored anesthesia during surgical procedures, maintaining patient safety and comfort throughout operations.
- Monitored vital signs during surgical procedures, ensuring the safety of anesthetized animals throughout their operations.
- Administered vaccinations and medications as prescribed by the veterinarian, safeguarding animal health.
- Supported veterinarians during emergency cases with swift response times to administer critical care effectively under high-pressure situations.
- Conducted regular laboratory work including blood chemistry analysis, fecal exams, urinalysis, skin scrapings, among other tests for accurate diagnosis of medical conditions.
- Contributed to the well-being of animals by assisting in surgical procedures and post-operative care.
- Prepared animals for surgery by clipping fur and disinfecting surgical sites thoroughly to prevent infection risks during operations.
- Assisted veterinarians during surgical procedures by organizing operating room by preparing necessary tools and equipment.
- Restrained animals of all sizes appropriately during veterinary examinations and when immunizations were given.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
Education
BBA - Marketing
Southwest Texas State University (Texas State University)
San Marcos, TX05-1999
Skills
- Pet care
- Patient monitoring
- IV catheter placement
- Wound care
- Anesthesia administration
- Laboratory procedures
- Euthanasia assistance
- Vaccine administration
- Sample collection
- Diagnostic imaging
- Post operative care
- Physical examinations
- Dental prophylaxis
- Client education
- Controlled substance management
- Animal condition evaluations
- Surgical assistance
- IV medication administration
- Parasite identification
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Animal restraint OR animal restraining techniques
- Basic laboratory tests
- Animal restraint
- Radiology techniques
- Oral and topical medication administration
- Vital signs
- Intravenous injection
- Surgical preparation
- Canine and feline intubation
Timeline
Veterinarian Technician
New Braunfels Veterinary Clinic
05.2007 - Current
BBA - Marketing
Southwest Texas State University (Texas State University)