Veterinary Technician
Northern Pike Veterinary Hospital
Monroeville, PA
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Answered owner animal health questions and concerns.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinary doctors.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
