Farrah Abdelghafar
Rahway,NJ
Summary
Vet tech Accomplished professional with extensive experience in animal healthcare. Skilled in laboratory procedures, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Packanack Animal Hospital
Wayne, NJ
08.2025 - Current
- Performed fear-free restraint techniques to ensure patient safety and minimize stress during procedures
- Placed IV catheters obtained blood samples from cephalic, lateral and medial saphenous, and jugular veins
- Collected and stained ear and skin cytology samples for diagnostic analysis
- Performed radiographs with proper positioning and radiation safety
- Monitored hospitalized patients under veterinary supervision, administering IV injections, maintaining fluids, and tracking vital signs using hospitalization and drug sheets
- Provided post-operative care by monitoring vital signs, observing behavior, and reporting to the veterinarian
- Accurately documented and maintained patient medical records to ensure high quality care
- Created clear discharge instructions and summaries to support client understanding and proper treatment follow through
- Completed client call backs to relay lab results and explain diagnostic and treatment recommendations
- Maintained kennels, exam and treatment rooms by cleaning, restocking supplies, and managing inventory
Veterinary Technician
Berg Animal Hospital
Matawan, NJ
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Obtained detailed patient histories and recorded vitals signs prior to examination
- Used fear-free restraint techniques to ensure safety during examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
- Collected blood,skin,and ear cytology samples for in-house diagnostics and laboratory testing
- Administered vaccines, subcutaneous (SQ) and intramuscular (IM) injections, and fluid therapy
- Maintained clean and organized exam and treatment rooms while stocking supplies
- Completed client follow-up calls to relay lab results,treatment plans, and recommended diagnostics
- Provided clients with cost estimates and communicated DVM recommendations during appointments
- Managed accurate filling and dispensing of prescriptions and refill requests
Veterinary Technician
Village Animal Clinic LLC
Union, NJ
06.2020 - 08.2024
- Provided safe patient restraint during exams,treatments,and diagnostic procedures (feline,canine,exotics)
- Administered vaccines, medications, and fluids using subcutaneous and intramuscular techniques
- Performed patient positioning, equipment setup, and radiation safety protocols for diagnostic imaging
- Collected blood samples via cephalic, medial saphenous, lateral saphenous, and jugular veins
- Assisted in surgery with pre-surgical bloodwork, catheter placement, and preparation of surgical sites
- Monitored anesthesia and vital signs during surgical procedures by placing ECG leads, blood pressure cuffs, and SpO₂ monitors, assisting with anesthesia management under veterinary supervision
- Scrubbed and sterilized surgical instruments, assembled surgical packs, and operated the autoclave
- Maintaining oral hygiene by performing dental scaling and polishing on patients
- Advised and educated pet owners on preventatives ,vaccine protocols, and treatment plans
Guest Experience Keeper
Turtle Back Zoo
West Orange, NJ
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Provided animal nutrition by supplying food, clean water, and health supplements
- Cleaned and maintained animal’s habitats and enclosures
- Provided quality environmental enrichment by training and interacting with animals
- Reported irregular animal behavior and health concerns
- Enhanced guest's educational experience by answering questions based on animal’s habitats,nutrition, and lifestyle
Education
Veterinary Technology - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster
Online Coursework06.2027
Associate of Science - Biology
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ05.2024
Skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Proficient in client interactions
- Animal behavior management
- Venipuncture
- Patient monitoring
Certification
Recover CPR:BLS/ALS (Recover Initiative)
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Packanack Animal Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Berg Animal Hospital
08.2024 - 08.2025
Guest Experience Keeper
Turtle Back Zoo
03.2022 - 06.2022
Veterinary Technician
Village Animal Clinic LLC
06.2020 - 08.2024
Veterinary Technology - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster
Associate of Science - Biology
Middlesex County College