Heather Fahy
Asheville,NC
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Veterinary Technician with over 10 years of experience in patient care and effective coordination with healthcare teams. Demonstrates the ability to leverage critical thinking, analytical skills, and extensive medical knowledge to provide exceptional care in high-pressure environments. Proficient in both independent and collaborative work within multi-disciplinary teams, fostering a positive and efficient workplace. Eager to contribute expertise and passion for animal health within a forward-thinking team of professionals dedicated to excellence in veterinary care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
RVT
The Pet Vet on Patton
Asheville, NC
07.2024 - Current
- Administered vaccinations and medications to a variety of animal species, ensuring health and safety compliance.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and surgical procedures, improving workflow efficiency.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to veterinary staff for timely interventions.
- Educated pet owners on proper care, nutrition, and preventative measures to promote animal health.
- Trained new staff in clinical procedures and protocols, enhancing team performance and service quality.
RVT
Skyland Animal Hospital
Asheville, NC
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Assist Christina Munn, DVM, Samatha Roberts, DVM, Genoah Warner, DVM, and Carrie Arnett, DVM
- OSHA officer
- Assist in surgical procedures, critical care, and general practice.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
RVT #1695
Riversong Veterinary Clinic
Brevard, NC
05.2009 - 07.2017
- Assisted Ann Holshouser, DVM and Connie Cannady, DVM
- Assisted in an integrative practice to resolve health problems; improve operations and procedures; and provide exceptional customer service.
- Educated clients on animal health, preventive care and procedures.
- Handled clinic inventory and tracking, implemented OSHA standards.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments and materials and maintained equipment and machines.
- Monitored up to 6 animals in pre and post op for anesthetic depth and recovery.
- Perform dental cleanings, radiographs, nursing care of animals, phlebotomy, and surgical assisting.
Stable Manager
Double R Stables
Asheville, NC
02.2007 - 12.2008
- Equine care including nutrition, grooming, monitoring animal health, riding and training, scheduling and record keeping.
- Barn maintenance
- Healthy Stride biomechanical natural hoof care practitioner
- Instructor of general horsemanship skills
Stable Assistant
Biltmore Estate
Asheville, NC
03.2005 - 02.2007
- Horse care and nutrition
- Barn maintenance/ cleaning
Veterinarian Technician
Animals R Us
Flat Rock, NC
05.2006 - 07.2006
Education
A.S. - Veterinary Technician
Asheville-Buncombe Technical College
Asheville, NC05.2006
B.A. - Psychology
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC06.2003
Diploma -
New Bern High School
New Bern, NC06.1992
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Record keeping, scheduling
- Personable, Responsible, Compassionate
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Calm under pressure
Community Enrichment
- Horse About, Inc, Asheville, NC, Brigitte Ruckle, Riding program for underprivileged children and equine rehabilitation
- Hope for Horses, Asheville, NC, Whitney Wright, Equine rehabilitation, rescue and adoption
- WildARC of Eastern NC, New Bern, NC, Ellen Westermann, Wildlife rehabilitation
- Rocking Horse Ranch, Greenville, NC, A therapeutic riding program for disabled children
- The Boys and Girls Club, Greenville, NC, After school tutor
Timeline
RVT
The Pet Vet on Patton
07.2024 - Current
RVT
Skyland Animal Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2024
RVT #1695
Riversong Veterinary Clinic
05.2009 - 07.2017
Stable Manager
Double R Stables
02.2007 - 12.2008
Veterinarian Technician
Animals R Us
05.2006 - 07.2006
Stable Assistant
Biltmore Estate
03.2005 - 02.2007
B.A. - Psychology
East Carolina University
A.S. - Veterinary Technician
Asheville-Buncombe Technical College
Diploma -
New Bern High School