Harlie Spurlock
Killbuck
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Technician Assistant skilled in anesthesia monitoring and medical record management. Delivers high-quality patient care while educating clients on animal health. Collaborates effectively within teams to enhance clinic operations and support overall patient well-being.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Foundations Health Solutions
Millersburg
11.2023 - Current
- Delivered direct patient care and assisted with daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments consistently.
- Recorded patient progress and care activities accurately, ensuring comprehensive care documentation.
- Worked with healthcare team to create personalized care plans, improving patient outcomes through tailored interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
VetCor
Berlin
03.2018 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
- Prepared surgical instruments and maintained sterile environments.
- Monitored animal vital signs during anesthesia and recovery.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and general animal health, enhancing client understanding and compliance.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for treatments.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth clinic operations.
- Provided compassionate care to animals in need, fostering a supportive environment.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment.
- Performed laboratory tests such as fecal exams, urinalyses, and heartworm tests.
- Stocked supplies and medications in the clinic or hospital setting.
- Cared for hospitalized patients by feeding and providing comfort measures, contributing to their recovery and well-being.
- Helped maintain a safe environment for both staff members and animals in the facility.
- Cleaned and maintained veterinary equipment and instruments.
- Recorded weight of pets during visits to track health changes.
- Administered medications prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Greeted and checked in patients for appointments.
- Monitored vital signs of animals under anesthesia, ensuring safety and prompt response to any changes.
- Educated clients on animal health maintenance topics such as nutrition, parasite control, vaccinations.
- Leveraged ultrasound and x-ray equipment for imaging and interpreted results.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Tracked and scheduled follow-up appointments for animal treatment.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Holmes High School
Millersburg, OH05-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Science
The Ohio State University
Columbus, Ohio, OHSkills
- Patient care documentation
- Vital sign monitoring
- Personal care assistance
- Mobility support
- Infection control practices
- Medical record management
- Appointment scheduling
- Veterinary procedures
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
Certification
CNA
Timeline
CNA
Foundations Health Solutions
11.2023 - Current
Veterinary Technician Assistant
VetCor
03.2018 - Current
High School Diploma -
West Holmes High School
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Science
The Ohio State University