Crysta Star Reiter
Placentia,California
Summary
Experienced new graduate of an accredited Vet Tech program as of June 2021. Currently accredited as Certified Veterinary Technician as of April 11th 2021. I have 6 years of experience as a Vet assistant in a well known community clinic. Excels in total patient care and am confident in my current applied skills. Been trained as a head technician, am a team player, and thrive in client communication. I am eager to expand my skills and further my career in veterinarian medicine.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Northwood Animal Hospital
Irvine
08.2021 - 03.2024
- Worked closely with the Veterinarian in assisting with medication administration, vaccines, cleaning care, and client education
- Also worked in care of exotics- (mainly bunnies): handling, caring, and performing medical treatments
- Upholding high quality care by enforcing policies and procedures as well as proper nursing practice
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Gained and practiced new skills regarding exotic animals such as pocket pets, reptiles, turtles and birds
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
Veterinary Assistant
Placentia Veterinary Clinic
01.2017 - 04.2022
- Worked closely with the Veterinarian in assisting with medication administration, vaccines, cleaning care, and client education
- Also worked in reception, surgery scheduling, appointment scheduling, and office management experience
- Assumed leadership role by training new staff and managing clients
- Upholding high quality care by enforcing policies and procedures as well as proper nursing practice
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
Volunteer
ShamPaw Self Pet Bathing
05.2021 - 09.2021
- New company start-up that needed an extra hand
- Volunteer work included: Customer service, animal handling, provided animal expertise
- Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
- Greeted visitors upon arrival at the office, answered phone calls, and responded to emails.
Veterinary Technician Student (Externship)
Sunrise P. Hospital
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Participated in a 3 month long internship at a multiservice animal hospital
- Assisted in non-anesthetic and anesthesia dentals, spay/neuters, x-rays and other procedures
- Assisted in care coordination between clients, staff, and the physician
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Educated clients on proper animal nutrition and preventive health care techniques.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
Volunteer
Ride Your Horse Therapeutic Riding Program
07.2010 - 05.2015
- Worked with a rehabilitation program that helped people with many disabilities
- Volunteer work included: Client care, stable husbandry, equine care, event planning/hosting
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
- Created and distributed marketing materials for upcoming events.
- Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Served as an ambassador for the organization at community outreach events.
Education
Veterinary Technician -
Platt College
Associates in Animal Science -
Platt College
Associates in Science and Liberal Arts - behavioral sciences
Santiago Canyon College
Skills
- Medication Administration
- IV
- Oral
- IM
- Anesthesia Care
- Oxygen therapy
- XRAY Certified
- Dental Cleanings
- Client communication
- Leadership Role
- Assessment
- Intervention
- Lab operations
- Reception support
- Animal Safety
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Surgical procedures and support
- Animal restraint
- Veterinary Terminology
- Sanitation protocols
- Client Communication
- Appointment Scheduling
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Veterinary standards and procedures
Volunteer Experience
- Ride Your Horse Therapeutic Riding Program, 07/01/10, 05/31/15, Worked with a rehabilitation program that helped people with many disabilities., Client care, stable husbandry, equine care, event planning/hosting.
- ShamPaw Self Pet Bathing, 05/01/21, 09/30/21, New company start-up that needed an extra hand., Customer service, animal handling, provided animal expertise.
Personal Information
Title: Registered Veterinary Technician
Professionaloverview
Experienced new graduate of an accredited Vet Tech program as of June 2021. Currently accredited as Certified Veterinary Technician as of 04/11/22. I have 5 years of experience as a Vet assistant in a well-known community clinic. I excel in total patient care and am confident in my current applied skills. I have been trained as a head technician, am a team player, leader, and thrive in client communication. I am eager to expand my skills and further my career in vet med.
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant/Technician
Northwood Animal Hospital
08.2021 - 03.2024
Volunteer
ShamPaw Self Pet Bathing
05.2021 - 09.2021
Veterinary Technician Student (Externship)
Sunrise P. Hospital
03.2021 - 05.2021
Veterinary Assistant
Placentia Veterinary Clinic
01.2017 - 04.2022
Volunteer
Ride Your Horse Therapeutic Riding Program
07.2010 - 05.2015
Veterinary Technician -
Platt College
Associates in Animal Science -
Platt College
Associates in Science and Liberal Arts - behavioral sciences
Santiago Canyon College
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