Dedicated Licensed Veterinary Technician with a proven track record at Natural Bridge Animal Hospital. Demonstrates multitasking abilities, inventory management, bridging transitions between owners, enhancing client relationships, ensuring high standards of pet care and a keen attention to detail.
Bridged the gap between previous owner and new owner for clients to have a smoother transition.
Educated clients about preventative care, proper nutrition, and other essential aspects of pet health to promote responsible pet ownership.
Strengthened client relationships by delivering exceptional customer service while addressing questions or concerns regarding their pet's health needs.
Optimized clinic efficiency through assisting with front desk tasks including scheduling appointments, maintaining files, answering phone calls, invoicing clients, processing payments when needed.
Conducting routine laboratory tests, such as blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia.
Prepared, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
Interviewed potential job candidates and trained staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and safety training to employees.
Reduced errors in medication dispensing through diligent inventory management practices and careful tracking of controlled substances.
Direct point of contact for pharmaceutical/food reps.
Invoice reconciliation.
Managed inventory of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies, reducing costs and eliminating waste through efficient ordering practices.
Licensed Veterinarian Technician
Pet Vet
01.2011 - 08.2011
New Clinic Start-up
Helped form relationships between vendors and new owner.
Assisted in the development and implementation of clinic policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Contributed to practice growth by providing exceptional customer service during appointments and phone interactions with clients.
Routine LVT duties, including but not limited to restraint, anesthesia induction/monitoring, radiology, running rooms, obtaining patient history.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Tendercare Veterinary Center
07.2010 - 12.2010
Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia.
Assisted veterinarian with exams, surgical procedures, lab work.
Obtained medical history from owners.
Performed other duties related to the field of veterinary medicine per DVM orders.
Licensed Veterinarian Technician
Southside Animal Hospital
08.2009 - 06.2010
Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
Monitored anesthesia during surgeries, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process.
Assisted in surgical procedures to ensure optimal patient outcomes and aseptic technique adherence.
Provided compassionate care for critically ill or injured animals during emergency situations.
Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Natural Bridge Hospital For Animals
05.2008 - 07.2009
Educated clients about preventative care, proper nutrition, and other essential aspects of pet health to promote responsible pet ownership.
Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia.
Provided valuable support to veterinarians during emergencies, enabling swift response to urgent medical situations for improved outcomes.
Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
Supported clinic operations by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and surgical suites.
Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines, and operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology