Deidra D Carpenter LVT
Plano,TX
Summary
Hardworking surgical vet tech who is dedicated to constantly expanding my knowledge base through use of C.E.s and individual study outside of work time. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain a calm and warm demeanor in high stress situations. Detail oriented individual who is accomplished in building relationships with clients while providing empathetic and exceptional animal care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Technician
City Of San Antonio, Tx
05.2022 - Current
- Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Used diagnostic equipment and monitored patients during procedures using specialized machines.
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing.
- Maintained and appropriately used oxygen and anesthesia equipment and machines
- Dental Radiographs, routine scale and polish of teeth, dental charting
- Prepared instruments for terminal sterilization and reset surgical suites for next procedure.
- Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Veterinary Technician
Gila Regional Medical Center
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Proficient in use of Avimark to maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
- Ability to effectively communicate and educate clients on parasite control, different preventatives, vaccine protocols, administration of medication, post-surgical care, and wound/bandage care.
- Performed initial physical examinations, gathered accurate case history, and recorded TPR, weight, and other vitals.
- Comfortable administering a variety of different oral and topical medications as well as types of injections including intravenous, intramuscular, and subcutaneous.
- Successful placement of iv catheters, endotracheal intubation of patients for surgical procedures, and venipuncture for sample collection.
- Monitored patient's vitals during anesthesia.
- Completed routine dental cleanings, polishing and scaling teeth.
- Use of IDEXX machines to run in house lab work including, chemistries, complete blood cell counts, snap reader, and PCV/TP.
- Read fecal floats, ear cytology's, skin scrapes, and urinalyses.
- Maintain the care and medications of in-house patients, as well as weekend treatments for hospitalized patients.
- Fill prescriptions for patients and educate clients on correct use and any potential side effects of the medications.
- Correctly position for digital radiographs.
Phlebotomist
Biolife
09.2013 - 06.2015
- Data entry via insurance, personal information, test codes, and diagnoses.
- Drawing, labeling, processing, and logging of patient specimens in an accurate and timely manner.
- Cross data confirmation with ordering physicians and patients
- Specialty in pediatric draws
- Set up and break down of assigned lab area with appropriate supplies and equipment while complying with OSHA safety standards
- Completed chain of custody drug testing
Pet Nurse
Banfield The Pet Hospital
08.2006 - 01.2010
- Prepared patients for surgery and monitored vitals during anesthetic procedures.
- Completed routine dental cleaning and polishing.
- Obtained relevant information and history from clients to maintain proper and completed medical charts
- Ensured the safety of pets, clients, and associates by following standard protocols and maintaining clean and sterile treatment rooms and labs.
- Placed iv catheters, performed venipuncture, and collection of other samples for processing.
- Read fecal slides, skin scrapes, and ear cytology's.
- Consistently presented a friendly, calm demeanor to help ease patient and client anxieties.
- Educate clients on appropriate preventative care, as well as medication usage and side effects.
- Correctly position and take digital radiographs.
- Run in house bloodwork and laboratory testing.
- Administered vaccines, as well as oral and injectable medications.
Education
Veterinary Dentistry
Brett Beckman Dental Course
Orlando, FL11.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL01.2013
State Certified Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
Clearwater, FL07.2012
High School Diploma -
Tarpon Springs High School
Tarpon Springs, FL06.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts
University Of Florida
Gainesville, FLContinuing Education Credits
OnlineSkills
- Great interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients
- IV Catheter placement and venipuncture
- Safely restrain cats and dogs
- Radiographic positioning and digital processing
- Complete in house processing of specimens including reading fecal floats, ear cytology's, urinalysis, and skin scrapes Running chemistries, complete blood cell counts, PCV/TP, and urine specific gravity
- Monitoring anesthesia and vitals for patients undergoing procedures
- Assisted in administration and proper waste handling of chemotherapy medicine for patients
- Fill and dispense medications with the appropriate client education
- Take case history and prepare patients for initial physical examination
- Dental Radiographs, charting, scale and polish teeth
- Laser therapy
Timeline
Surgical Technician
City Of San Antonio, Tx
05.2022 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Gila Regional Medical Center
09.2019 - 05.2021
Phlebotomist
Biolife
09.2013 - 06.2015
Pet Nurse
Banfield The Pet Hospital
08.2006 - 01.2010
Veterinary Dentistry
Brett Beckman Dental Course
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
St. Petersburg College
State Certified Phlebotomist - Phlebotomy
Ultimate Medical Academy - Clearwater
High School Diploma -
Tarpon Springs High School
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts
University Of Florida
Continuing Education Credits
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