Claire Edwards
Columbia,NJ
Summary
Caring veterinary technician with several years of extensive experience assisting veterinarians with procedures and tasks. Polished in administering injections and treatments, taking x-rays and recording and updating records. Compassionate and responsible professional with sound knowledge of veterinary medical procedures and animal care techniques.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Veterinary Technician
Hackettstown Animal Hospital
Hackettstown, NJ
09.2011 - 05.2025
- Provided postoperative care for animals recovering from surgery including providing pain management treatments.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working with hazardous materials such as drugs and chemicals.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary according to veterinarian instructions.
- Monitored food intake levels of hospitalized patients ensuring they received adequate nutrition while under care.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in veterinary practices such as cages, examination tables, autoclaves.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Collected samples of bodily fluids to analyze for parasites or other diseases.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Provided emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
- Participated in educational seminars related to veterinary medicine topics in order to stay up-to-date on current trends and best practices.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Used IDEXX machines to analyze blood samples and diagnose conditions and diseases.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Assisted veterinarian with surgical procedures by assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
- Performed routine laboratory procedures for hematology, urinalysis and serology.
- Operated X-ray machines to capture films ordered by the veterinarian.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Science
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA06-2011
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Dental procedures
- Radiology techniques
- Collecting blood samples
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Animal handling
Certification
- Certified Veterinary Technician- Certificate attached
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Technician
Hackettstown Animal Hospital
09.2011 - 05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Science
Northampton Community College
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