Janelle Vitello
Jaffrey,NH
Summary
Quick to the challenge, detail-oriented, and self-motivated with patience, empathy, and a passion for animals, I am a veterinary assistant with a freshly obtained degree in veterinary technology and veterinary technology certification seeking the position of veterinary technician in a learner-friendly, and challenging environment where I can develop my skills and experience to make a difference in the lives of animals and their caretakers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Court Street Veterinary Hospital-Keene, NH
2023.10 - Current
- Restraining animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques for species size and temperament.
- Releasing patients to owners with care directions from the veterinary staff.
- Feeding and watering animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Dispensing medications orally or topically as directed by the veterinarian.
- Assisting in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies, and equipment before procedures
- Collecting fluids from animals for laboratory testing.
- Educating clients on proper animal health care routines.
- Maintaining accurate medical records of all patients.
- Communicating with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Caring for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Gathering specimens such as urine, blood, and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Performing routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures, and hematology.
- Assisting in laboratory tests, x-rays, and other diagnostic tests to assess animal health.
- Scrubbing, counting, and packing surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Reviewing pet records from daily visits and appointments, and entering important data into the system.
- Monitoring vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and other parameters as necessary.
- Preparing laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Ordering medication refills when needed.
- Examining animals for behavioral changes or clinical symptoms indicating illness or injury.
- Cleaning and sterilizing exam rooms between appointments
- Restocking and sanitizing exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
Veterinary Technician Internship
Court Street Veterinary Hospital-Keene, NH
2023.08 - 2023.10
- Surgical nursing rotation
- Client intake rotation
Kennel Technician/ Daycare Staff
Gardner Animal Care Center-Gardner, MA
2022.08 - 2023.09
- Responsible for care of up to 40 boarding dogs and daycare dogs; feeding, watering, bedding, medications, grooming, nail trims
- Taking phone calls and emails, keeping records, managing the needs of client and pet
- Responsible for checking in boarding dogs and ensuring their comfort and safety within the boarding department
- Making sure dogs in daycare are in a safe environment and behaving in a safe manner
- Ensuring the premises are clean and sanitary
Batch Technician
Alene Candles-Milford, NH
2021.09 - 2022.09
- Responsible for producing required wax batches in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner and maintaining accurate production and inventory records.
- Required to follow batch sheets and standard formulas to accurately identify and measure amounts and weights of components for each job, or use a prepared "kit" of materials ready for mixing.
- Complete all necessary paperwork thoroughly and accurately to meet company and customer SOP's.
- Combining components in tanks to produce and supply wax batches for fill lines.
- Maintain accurate records of each drum to track fragrance and other components used.
- Review work schedules and work with supervision to anticipate and meet production demand.
- Develop component knowledge to alert supervision of low inventory levels or potential shortages, and maintain records for proper and accurate inventory control.
- Maintain the condition of equipment and tools assigned to the area as well as cleanliness and organization of the area to ensure a safe working environment.
Clerk/Cashier
Monadnock State Park-Jaffrey, NH
2020.08 - 2021.11
- Answering phones and providing hikers with information they may need for camping or hiking reservations
- Checking in hikers and campers when they arrive to use the park grounds
- Stocking and selling merchandise from the park store
- Managing rental equipment provided to hikers and campers
- Some experience with search and rescue of lost and or injured hikers
Aquatic Specialist
Petco-Amherst, NH
2021.01 - 2021.09
- Responsible for health and cleanliness of marine and freshwater tank systems by checking and managing water parameters, identifying and treating sick fish, cleaning and maintaining sumps and other duties
- Responsible for health and cleanliness of pets such as birds, reptiles, and other small animals
- Some experience in identifying and treating illnesses in small pets such as birds, reptiles, fish and other small animals
- Responsible for the achievement of store's budgeted sales goals by driving sales in the aquatic life areas by effectively assisting customers in the proper selection of aquatic life and merchandise per their specific needs
Barn Hand
Touch Stone Farm-Temple, NH
2019.08 - 2021.08
- Responsible for working with 50+ horses of all sizes
- Feed and hay, turning in and out, cleaning stalls, administering liquid and solid medications, grooming, picking feet, and handling colicky or difficult horses.
Education
Associate's of Science in Veterinary Technology -
Mount Wachusett Community College
Gardner, MA05.2024
Associate's degree in Liberal Arts -
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH12.2021
High school graduate -
Conant High School
Jaffrey, NH06.2020
Skills
- Small and Large Animal Experience
- Client Communication
- Patient restraint
- Animal Safety
- Sample Collection
- Laboratory procedures
- Post Operative Care
- Procedure Support
- Veterinarian Assistance
Certification
NHVTA Certified Technician Membership
MVTA Certified Technician Membership
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Court Street Veterinary Hospital-Keene, NH
2023.10 - Current
Veterinary Technician Internship
Court Street Veterinary Hospital-Keene, NH
2023.08 - 2023.10
Kennel Technician/ Daycare Staff
Gardner Animal Care Center-Gardner, MA
2022.08 - 2023.09
Batch Technician
Alene Candles-Milford, NH
2021.09 - 2022.09
Aquatic Specialist
Petco-Amherst, NH
2021.01 - 2021.09
Clerk/Cashier
Monadnock State Park-Jaffrey, NH
2020.08 - 2021.11
Barn Hand
Touch Stone Farm-Temple, NH
2019.08 - 2021.08
Associate's of Science in Veterinary Technology -
Mount Wachusett Community College
Associate's degree in Liberal Arts -
Southern New Hampshire University
High school graduate -
Conant High School
NHVTA Certified Technician Membership
MVTA Certified Technician Membership
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