Detail-oriented Veterinary Technician with three years of experience with specific expertise and passion for providing excellent patient care. I am a highly organized and work well in a team environment. Currently in the process of obtaining my Veterinary Technician degree through Penn Foster and plan to complete the program in the next year.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center
09.2023 - Current
Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.
Assisted in the design and implementation of improved safety protocols, reducing workplace accidents.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
Handled challenging behavior from stressed or anxious animals using calming techniques learned through continuous professional development courses.
Veterinary Technician
Denton Veterinary Center
05.2023 - 09.2023
Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
Performed dental cleanings and extractions under the supervision of a veterinarian, promoting improved oral health for patients.
Handled challenging behavior from stressed or anxious animals using calming techniques learned through continuous professional development courses.
Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
Veterinary Technician
Denton County Animal Emergency
12.2022 - 05.2023
Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Veterinary Technician
Banfield Animal Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2022
Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
Streamlined workflow, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely communication with clients regarding treatment plans.
Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions about pet health and wellness.
Enhanced client satisfaction by providing compassionate care for pets during their appointments.
Scheduled appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases appropriately based on severity of symptoms presented by pets.
Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
Animal Care Attendant
Mckees Pet Place
07.2021 - 09.2021
Provided enrichment activities to improve physical and psychological well-being of pets and prevent boredom.
Assisted with development of animal behavior modification plans.
Learned and followed safety protocols for transporting animals to and from facilities to avoid injuries and keep animals safe.
Provided compassionate care for animals, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being during their stay at the facility.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA
2025
GED -
Little Elm High School
Little Elm, TX
05.2021
Skills
Patient Care Technician
Catheter Care
Documenting behaviors
Medication Administration
Sanitation protocols
Post-surgical Monitoring
Medical History Collection
Animal behavior observation
Emergency Care
Intravenous catheterization
IV Medication Administration
Treatment Administration
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center
09.2023 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Denton Veterinary Center
05.2023 - 09.2023
Veterinary Technician
Denton County Animal Emergency
12.2022 - 05.2023
Veterinary Technician
Banfield Animal Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2022
Animal Care Attendant
Mckees Pet Place
07.2021 - 09.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
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