Gina Snow
Mount Vernon,ME
Summary
Compassionate, licensed Veterinary Technician known for dependability and efficient task completion. Skilled in surgical assistance, laboratory diagnostics, and client education. Extremely self-motivated and reliable. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring quality animal care and exceptional client support.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Animal Wellness Center
Augusta, Maine
06.2001 - Current
- Check in patients at our holistic clinic, collect, and run samples for laboratory testing.
- Educate clients on animal health care, including proper nutrition, preventive care, parasite control, and general husbandry practices.
- Maintain records of holistic treatments given to patients in accordance with hospital policies and protocols.
- Prepare medication dosages according to prescription, as instructed by a veterinarian.
- Utilize radiography equipment to take X-rays of animals for diagnostic purposes.
- Process and prepare laboratory specimens for analysis using various testing methods, such as fecal flotation, urinalysis, and blood smears.
- Assist in euthanasia when necessary, communicate and sympathize with clients about end-of-life decisions.
- Manage inventory of medical supplies, and order new supplies when needed.
- Administer and monitor anesthesia for surgeries and dental procedures. Care for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress. Maintain anesthesia and monitoring equipment. Perform dental cleanings on animals using ultrasonic scalers and extract teeth when necessary.
- Deliver excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business and create happy clients.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Presque Isle Animal Hospital
Presque Isle, ME
06.1988 - 06.2001
- Responsible for both surgical and inpatient care.
- Conducted preoperative patient assessments and prepared patients for surgery. Assisted in the maintenance of a sterile field environment, including instrument cleaning and sterilization.
- Monitored vital signs of patients under anesthesia, such as heart rate, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Supervised subordinate staff members, while providing guidance on assigned tasks.
- Inspected operating room inventory levels daily to ensure adequate supply levels are maintained.
- Responded quickly and effectively when emergency situations arose and ensured continuity of care until the situation is resolved satisfactorily.
- Between surgeries, I maintained patient care in the hospital and conducted various diagnostics, including laboratory tests and X-rays.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to technology best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Animal Medical Technology
University of Maine Orono
Orono, ME06-1989
Skills
- Active Listening
- Health Education
- Problem-solving
- Invoicing and Billing
- Medication filling and labeling
- Patient treatment overview
- Laboratory Testing
- Anesthesia Administration
- Dental Procedures
- Diagnostic Imaging and blood collection
- Animal restraint
- Controlled Substance Management
- Educating on rehabilitation and alternative treatments
- Medical record-keeping
- Book-keeping with Intravet software
- Inventory ordering and monitoring
- Time management
- Task Prioritization
- Multitasking
Affiliations
- I am an avid dog lover that competes in a multitude of sports with my own dogs, from Agility to Tracking. I also enjoy other activities such as archery, mountain climbing, hiking, camping and running.
- I own an agility business for small breed dogs, 207Teacup Dog Agility Events
- I run a consultation business to help educate owners on health decisions, Doggie Decipher
- I have bred and raised English Jack Russell Terriers since 1998
Certification
- Licensed in the State of Maine as a Veterinary Technician since 1989
Timeline
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Animal Wellness Center
06.2001 - Current
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Presque Isle Animal Hospital
06.1988 - 06.2001
- Licensed in the State of Maine as a Veterinary Technician since 1989
Associate of Science - Animal Medical Technology
University of Maine Orono
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