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Elise Van Wormer

Elise Van Wormer

Flower Mound

Summary

Compassionate Veterinary Technician with 3 years of relevant experience in providing medical care and looking after animals' wellbeing. Skilled in carefully monitoring animals' conditions, preparing them for surgery, and providing post-operation recovery care. Committed to comprehensive, stress-free pet care experience to patients. Passionate about understanding and continuing to learn animal behavior to better care for patients. Versed in educating pet owners on medication and care instructions. Dedicated to creating meaningful and trustworthy relationships with patients and their families. Proficient in problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure. Demonstrates the highest level of integrity, flexibility, quality, and commitment to excellent service.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veterinary Technician

Cross Timbers Animal Hospital
04.2024 - Current
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Extensive knowledge of operating and maintaining IDEXX diagnostic machines.
  • Trained in calibrating and prepping a surgical laser for veterinarians to use during surgical procedures.
  • Successful in placing IV Catheters and collecting blood samples from the jugular, cephalic, and saphenous veins.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
  • Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
  • Fear Free Certified.
  • Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
  • Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia as well as preparing the surgical suite for surgical procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
  • Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
  • Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
  • Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
  • Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
  • Well versed in Avimark software.

Veterinary Technician

Texas Coalition for Animal Protection
12.2022 - 03.2024
  • Provided assistance to Veterinarians, administered anesthetic agents, carefully and accurately recorded drug totals, prepped patients for surgeries and carefully monitored pets during surgery and post operation.
  • Delivered post operative instructions with clients' owners and prepared pets for discharge.
  • If patients had complications post surgery or their owners had concerns, I collaborated with the Veterinarians on the best course of action moving forward, whether that would be to send home medication or perform an additional surgery.
  • Sanitized and performed cleaning procedures at the end of every day.
  • Unpacked orders, helped count inventory monthly, and entered data when needed.
  • Acted as a vaccine technician on non-surgery days. Administered vaccinations to hundreds of pets a day as well as providing Heartworm and FelV/FIV tests.
  • Informed clients about the importance of preventive care for pets to keep them healthy and would provide recommendations to clients for their pets.
  • Well versed in Cornerstone Software.

Learning Trainer

Amazon
05.2020 - 01.2022
  • Spearheaded the development and implementation of innovative learning programs to enhance employee skills and capabilities.
  • Developed and executed learning strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives to promote a culture of continuous learning and growth.
  • Collaborated with department managers to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make necessary adjustments to improve outcomes.
  • Conducted one-on-one coaching sessions to improve performance and productivity of team members.

Education

High School -

Byron Nelson High School
Trophy Club, Texas
05.2019

Associates - Business Administration

North Central Texas College
Denton, Texas
06.2025

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Ability to follow procedure
  • Compassion for Patients and their Families
  • Stress Management and Teamwork
  • Pre-anesthetic preparation
  • Intravenous injection
  • Controlled substance management
  • Vaccinations
  • Monitoring recovery
  • Feline towel restraint
  • IV placement
  • Suture removal
  • General anesthesia monitoring
  • Surgical preparation
  • Anesthesia administration
  • Intramuscular injection
  • Canine and feline intubation
  • Explaining treatment
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Animal handling
  • Fear Free Certified

Affiliations

  • Texas Coalition for Animal Protection
  • Fort Worth Animal Shelter
  • Dallas Animal Services
  • Mansfield Animal Services

Certification

Fear Free Certified in transportation, in-hospital care, and specific procedures, as well as gentle control/restraint, and limiting patients FAS (Fear, Anxiety, Stress).

Timeline

Veterinary Technician

Cross Timbers Animal Hospital
04.2024 - Current

Veterinary Technician

Texas Coalition for Animal Protection
12.2022 - 03.2024

Learning Trainer

Amazon
05.2020 - 01.2022

Associates - Business Administration

North Central Texas College

High School -

Byron Nelson High School

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