Dakota Tyson
Saint Matthews,SC
Summary
Hardworking, focused on completing work quickly to consistently exceed targets. Reliable team member accustomed to taking on challenging tasks. Dedicated to business success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Edisto Pet Clinic
Orangeburg, SC
09.2022 - Current
- Operated x-ray machines and exposed radiographic films.
- Provided postoperative care for animals recovering from surgery including providing pain management treatments.
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Assisted veterinarian with surgical procedures by assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in veterinary practices such as cages, examination tables, autoclaves.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary according to veterinarian instructions.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Provided emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
- Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Tracked and scheduled follow-up appointments for animal treatment.
- Collected samples of bodily fluids to analyze for parasites or other diseases.
Chiropractic Assistant
Marsch Chiropractic Center
Orangeburg, SC
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Assisted patients and worked directly with doctors to help patients with active rehabilitation therapies
- Serviced front desk and records room area to organize patient records and practice files
- Guided patients, changed schedules and managed claims to keep office operating efficiently
- Managed daily activities, assisting in exercise and physical rehabilitation and helping patients in treating chronic pain conditions
- Greeted and logged in patients to keep the office moving efficiently
- Answered the phone to provide information, schedule appointments and take down messages
- Answered phone calls and scheduled or followed-up on appointments.
Kennel Worker
The Mutt Mansion
Orangeburg, SC
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Handled short and long-term stays for various animals with health and wellness needs
- Followed customer specification guidelines for animals' feedings
- Restocked supplies throughout facility to keep team ready for animal needs
- Monitored food intake for presence of known allergens to prevent reactions and illness
- Administered medications according to provided schedules
- Maintained proper schedules for feeding, watering, grooming, bathing, and exercising animals each day
- Followed strict feeding, watering and exercising schedules for every animal under care.
Kennel Worker
Orangeburg SPCA
Orangeburg, SC
10.2020 - 07.2021
Hostess
Chestnut Grill
Orangeburg, SC
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Escorted guests to tables, provided menus, and discussed daily specials
- Answered phone to take delivery or pickup orders from callers
- Supported servers by greeting tables after escorting to seats, providing water or taking beverage orders, and running food
- Answered incoming calls and provided information regarding hours of operation, location, and menu items
- Maintained organized hostess station and restocked supplies
- Cleaned and sanitized tables, menus, and dining areas in accordance with company and industry standards.
05.2021
- Kept kennel areas and play yards clean, organized, and free of safety hazards to protect animals
- Observed animals to identify medical concerns
- Administered medications according to provided schedules
- Restocked supplies throughout facility to keep team ready for animal needs
- Managed laundry and general cleaning for facility with over 80+ animals
- Cared for injured animals directly and by coordinating care by veterinarians
- Prepared regular and special food formulas to help animals maintain ideal weights and their best health
- Inspected animals regularly to identify injuries and diseases in need of care
- Aided in preventing and controlling the spread of disease in the facility and arranged for treatment of diseased or injured animals
- Treated sick and injured animals with basic care and called in veterinary professionals to obtain more complex treatment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Orangeburg Preparatory
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitation Customer service
- Answer telephone calls Problem-solving
- Safety monitoring Set appointments
- Animal Restraint
- Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
- Medication Dispensing
- Monitoring Recovery
- Vaccinations
- General Anesthesia Recovery
- Anesthesia Administration
- Treatment Administration
- Subcutaneous Injection
- Intramuscular Injection
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Edisto Pet Clinic
09.2022 - Current
Chiropractic Assistant
Marsch Chiropractic Center
04.2022 - 09.2022
Kennel Worker
The Mutt Mansion
09.2021 - 04.2022
05.2021
Kennel Worker
Orangeburg SPCA
10.2020 - 07.2021
Hostess
Chestnut Grill
09.2019 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Orangeburg Preparatory