- Sepsis, Shock, Cardiology, Surgery, Ultrasound and Endoscopy
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Backpacking, Hiking, Bowling, Traveling, Volleyball
Open To Work
Christian Payne
Voorhees,NJ
Work Preference
Summary
Passionate, devoted and exceedingly efficient veterinarian with 10 years of emergency experience. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Special interests in cardiology, ultrasound and emergency/critical care medicine. Seeking opportunities as a part-time or relief emergency clinician with an organization that practices and values elite medicine, patient care, and client services.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency and General Practice Veterinarian
National Veterinary Associates
Northfield, NJ
09.2022 - Current
- Managed challenging cases involving trauma, toxin exposure, and critical illnesses, delivering expert care under high-pressure situations.
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Diagnosed and treated a wide range of animal health issues, ensuring optimal patient care.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans tailored to individual animal needs, enhancing recovery outcomes.
- Educated pet owners on preventative care and proper nutrition, fostering client relationships and compliance.
- Mentored junior veterinarians and veterinary technicians, promoting professional development and teamwork.
Emergency Veterinarian
Thrive Pet Health
Turnersville, NJ
08.2019 - 07.2022
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments to develop tailored treatment plans.
- Manage heavy incoming caseloads
- Oversee care of inpatients including critical patients overnight
- Performed some emergency and minor surgical procedures
- Maintain detailed case records
- Oversee veterinary technicians and support staff
Emergency Veterinarian
ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital
Woodland Hills, CA
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed heavy incoming caseloads
- Maintained detailed case records
- Oversee care of inpatients including critical care patients overnight
- Diagnosed and treated critical cases, ensuring prompt and effective veterinary care.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to improve patient outcomes through enhanced treatment protocols.
- Improved patient outcomes by promptly diagnosing and treating emergency cases with appropriate medical interventions.
SMALL ANIMAL MEDICINE & SURGERY INTERN
Red Bank Veterinary Hospital
Tinton Falls, NJ
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Have primary case responsibility on rotations through critical care, emergency and general practice services
- Manage heavy incoming caseloads (average 35 cases presented to emergency service per day)
- Oversee an average of 70 inpatients including critical patients overnight
- Rotations through anesthesia, cardiology, dermatology, internal medicine, neurology, oncology (medical and radiation), surgery, emergency, and critical care
- Participate in daily hospital-wide rounds, journal club and formal grand rounds
EMERGENCY & CARDIOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Red Bank Veterinary Hospital
Hillsborough, NJ
06.2013 - 08.2015
- Veterinary technician to staff cardiologist and emergency clinicians
- Perform treatments under the direction of the supervising clinician
- Induce, intubate, maintain and monitor anesthesia as well as monitor post-surgery recovery
- Perform venipuncture, blood work, intravenous, and intraosseous catheterization, radiographs, blood pressure, CRI and fluid administration
- Assist in CPR codes
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Banfield Pet Hospital
Watchung, NJ
11.2007 - 07.2012
- Veterinary technician assisting in surgery by monitoring anesthesia, oxygen levels and animal well-being after surgery
- Assist veterinarian in all aspects to ensure best possible veterinary care
- Maintain medical records through precise organization and detailed recording
Education
DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE -
Western University of Health Sciences
01-2016
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Biology, Chemistry
Fairleigh Dickinson University
01-2012
Skills
- Wound management
- Emergency care
- Surgical procedures (Minor)
- Client education
- Preventative medicine
- Multitasking Abilities
Affiliations
- Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society March 2019 - Present
- American Animal Hospital Association June 2016 - Present
- Phi Zeta Honor Society-Alpha Epsilon Chapter May 2019 - Present
- American Veterinary Medical Association May 2016 - Present
Certification
- New Jersey Board of Veterinary Medicine 2016 - Present License #: 29VI00709400
- DEA Controlled Substance 2021 - Present License #: FP9753941
Interests
Timeline
Emergency and General Practice Veterinarian
National Veterinary Associates
09.2022 - Current
Emergency Veterinarian
Thrive Pet Health
08.2019 - 07.2022
Emergency Veterinarian
ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2019
SMALL ANIMAL MEDICINE & SURGERY INTERN
Red Bank Veterinary Hospital
06.2016 - 07.2017
EMERGENCY & CARDIOLOGY TECHNICIAN
Red Bank Veterinary Hospital
06.2013 - 08.2015
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Banfield Pet Hospital
11.2007 - 07.2012
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Biology, Chemistry
Fairleigh Dickinson University
DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE -
Western University of Health Sciences