Elena Rentz
Windsor,CO
Summary
Licensed Provisional Veterinary Technician with exemplary communication and diagnostic skills in compassion-oriented work environments. Well-versed in animal behavior and care with 8+ years of experience, and education.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician Asistant FT- Outpatient Lead
West Ridge Animal Hospital
02.2021 - Current
- Collected on average 15 patient histories per day and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Responsible for training of all new Outpatient Technicians of various backgrounds and experience levels.
- Assisted with anesthetic procedures and recovery.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Collected patient blood samples for laboratory analysis, and placed intravenouses catheters.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Animal Care Staff (PT)
Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Worked 8 hours per week in Bird Nursery, providing species and age specific care
- Worked 8 hours per week in Bird ICU, providing care for impaired birds with special needs such as wound care, force feeding, or physical therapy.
- Responsible for training and guidance of interns and volunteers.
- Administration of medications, treatments, feeding, and handling of various bird species.
Wildlife Care Specialist (FT)
Project Wildlife
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Acquired knowledge and skills to handle and care for wide variety of species including songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, mammals, and basic knowledge of reptile care.
- Spent 24 hours per week in "Animal Care" area of building, and 16 hours in "Medical" area, working under Dr. Jon Enyart assisting with patient intake exams, and addressing needs of patients in critical condition.
- Frequently performed gavaging on various bird species, administered oral medications and subcutaneous fluids to patients as needed.
- Delegated tasks to, and trained volunteers.
Server (PT)
The Still Whiskey Steaks
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Worked to accommodate guests with enjoyable dinning experience
- Ensured all dietary requirements and preferences were met, and made recommendations about menu options
Intern (PT)
Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Completed 20 hours per week, for 12 weeks aiding in rehabilitation of injured and orphaned wildlife
- Worked primarily with fox squirrels and song birds
- Responsible for animal feedings, enclosure cleaning, general upkeep of facility, and occasionally assisted with training of new interns and volunteers
Hostess (PT)
The Still Whiskey Steaks
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Kept organized notes of all guest reservations, sometimes summing up to 250 covers
- Coordinated reservations with walk-ins, and assigned table placements for each party based on constraints such as space, timing, special requests, and sever ability
Education
Bachelor of Science - Fish And Wildlife Conservation Biology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05.2021
Skills
- Keeping up with fast paced work environments
- Client and team education
- Recognizing abnormal animal behavior
- Animal restraint and positioning
- Radiology Safety
- Blood Collection
- Appointment Scheduling
- Medical History Collection
- Medical Record Keeping
- Diagnostic Imaging
Affiliations
- Member, Alpha Phi Omega, Community Service Organization, 2017 to 2019
- Registered Oiled Wildlife Care Network volunteer
References
Dr. Kelly Walker - Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
- Phone: (207) 557-5071 Email:
Kayla Watson - Certified Veterinary Technician
- Phone: (603)703-5918 Email: Kaylawats4@gmail.com
Anne Hooker - Registered Veterinary Technician
- Phone: (970) 222-8524 Email: anne.hooker@yahoo.com
Kristina Hamilton Volunteer Experience Manager Project Wildlife San Diego
- Phone: (757) 362-7472 Email: KHamilton@sdhumane.org
Timeline
Animal Care Staff (PT)
Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
04.2023 - 10.2023
Veterinary Technician Asistant FT- Outpatient Lead
West Ridge Animal Hospital
02.2021 - Current
Wildlife Care Specialist (FT)
Project Wildlife
03.2020 - 11.2020
Server (PT)
The Still Whiskey Steaks
04.2019 - 01.2020
Intern (PT)
Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
04.2019 - 07.2019
Hostess (PT)
The Still Whiskey Steaks
10.2017 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Fish And Wildlife Conservation Biology
Colorado State University
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