Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
Generic

Crystal Clark

New Caney

Summary

I am a compassionate veterinary technician known for my hard work ethic and dedication to outstanding animal care. Patient, friendly, and highly motivated, I am always eager to take on new challenges. I am experienced in fast-paced environments, and I pride myself on being able to adapt to last-minute changes. I have a strong passion for pets and their people, and I truly love what I do.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veterinary Technician

Big Thicket Veterinary Clinic
New Caney
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
  • Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
  • Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and health status.
  • Prepared surgical instruments and maintained sterilization protocols.
  • Managed laboratory samples for testing and analysis.
  • Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for patients.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
  • Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
  • Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
  • Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
  • Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.

Reservation Agent

Pet Smart Corporate Office
Remote
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Answered inbound calls and responded to customer inquiries regarding reservations.
  • Ensured all reservations were properly documented in the system.
  • Assisted clients with information on our current promotions and available products.
  • Responsible for handling back-to-back client phone calls using a double-monitor computer system, all while adhering to proper quality control and metric expectations.
  • Provided the best possible customer service experience for each client in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Participated in weekly group team meetings and helped plan weekly games to promote teamwork and good working relationships with coworkers.

Surgical Technician

Lake Parkway Animal Hospital
Atascocita
09.2015 - 11.2021
  • Assisted veterinarians during surgeries by providing necessary tools and support.
  • Maintained sterile environments to ensure patient safety and infection control.
  • Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for various animal procedures.
  • Prepped all patients prior to surgery, including drawing up all pre-anesthetic drugs, prepping the surgery and/or dental suites, placing IV catheters, intubating/extubating, shaving and sterilizing surgical areas, pre-surgical bloodwork, dental cleanings, and radiographs.
  • Discuss surgical treatment plans with the pet parents, and address any concerns or questions they may have.
  • Monitored anesthesia levels and vital signs during surgical procedures.
  • Communicated with pet owners regarding care instructions and treatment plans.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
  • Provided emotional support to pet owners during difficult times.
  • Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
  • Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites, and skin scrapings.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hargrave High School
Huffman, TX
05-2008

Skills

  • Surgical assistance
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Customer service
  • Diagnostic sampling
  • Animal handling
  • Intravenous catheterization
  • Canine and feline intubation
  • Client education
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Dental procedures
  • Blood collection
  • Vaccine administration
  • Medication dispensing
  • Maintaining treatment notes

Certification

  • CVA II

Accomplishments

  • Dental CE conference in Corpus Christi, Texas 2016

Timeline

Veterinary Technician

Big Thicket Veterinary Clinic
12.2022 - 05.2023

Reservation Agent

Pet Smart Corporate Office
01.2022 - 08.2022

Surgical Technician

Lake Parkway Animal Hospital
09.2015 - 11.2021

High School Diploma -

Hargrave High School

Similar Profiles

  • Laci Bryant

    Laci BryantLaci Bryant

    Veterinary Technician Intern at Big Thicket Veterinary ClinicVeterinary Technician Intern at Big Thicket Veterinary Clinic

  • Melissa Mei Chen Liu

    Melissa Mei Chen LiuMelissa Mei Chen Liu

    Head Registered Veterinary Technician /Shift Supervisor at Toronto Veterinary Clinic (Sister Clinic of Eglinton Hwy 10 Vet Clinic)Head Registered Veterinary Technician /Shift Supervisor at Toronto Veterinary Clinic (Sister Clinic of Eglinton Hwy 10 Vet Clinic)

  • Nichole Baxley

    Nichole BaxleyNichole Baxley

    HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR at Rose Veterinary Hospital & Mountain Rose Veterinary ClinicHOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR at Rose Veterinary Hospital & Mountain Rose Veterinary Clinic

  • SHALONDA KEMP

    SHALONDA KEMPSHALONDA KEMP

    Medical Receptionist at College Station MedPlus Walk In ClinicMedical Receptionist at College Station MedPlus Walk In Clinic

  • Bryan Benitez

    Bryan BenitezBryan Benitez

    Electrical Apprentice at BAEZ ElectricalElectrical Apprentice at BAEZ Electrical

CREATE PROFILE