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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Instructional Courses
Professional Organizations
Community Service
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Jarett Floyd

Yukon,OK

Summary

Registered Veterinary Technician with over 12 years of progressive experience in clinical practice, veterinary education, and program leadership. Thorough team contributer with strong organizational capabilities. Contributed to 100% VTNE pass rates since 2021 and led accreditation readiness as Department Head achieving full accreditation status for the department. Experienced in curriculum development, student retention initiatives, large and small animal clinical skills training, simulation development, assessment development and reporting, and compliance oversight. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. Passionate about advancing veterinary education through student-centered teaching & preparing the next generation of veterinary medical professionals. Special focus on adaptive and innovative teaching methods to achieve student success and retention.


Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructor & Department Head

Oklahoma State University – Oklahoma City
01.2021 - Current
  • Contributed to maintaining 100% VTNE pass rates since 2021.
  • Developed new student retention initiatives: redesigned orientation with health & wellness presentations; co-collaborated with SSOC to implement workshops on study skills, habits, and time management; partnered with SOAR to provide academic resources.
  • Successfully compiled self-study and accreditation report in 4 months as new Department Head; led program to clear all deficiencies within 6 months.
  • Approved curriculum redesign: transitioned 'Veterinary Medical Terminology' to 'Introduction to Veterinary Technology Medicine' to strengthen foundations and retention.
  • Redesigned Anatomy Lab and Lab Techniques I (Parasitology) courses; expanded large and small animal skill opportunities in Breeds, Restraint, & First Aid.
  • Oversaw controlled substance procurement and secured DEA & OBN licensure for department; supervised inventory management and coordinated simulation equipment purchasing.
  • Designed multiple low fidelity simulators and simulation scenarios for various courses.
  • Developed program assessment reports and ensured alignment of learning outcomes from course level through department level outcomes.

PRN RVT

Veterinary Eye Center of Oklahoma
01.2024 - Current
  • Work relief as needed to support ophthalmology practice.
  • Conduct patient intake by starting rooms, gathering histories, and providing updates.
  • Perform basic ocular diagnostics and assist DVMs with examinations and additional diagnostic procedures.

PRN RVT

Urgent Pet Care Center
01.2024 - 2024
  • Provided shift support during the clinic’s opening phase.
  • Performed emergency nursing duties, including triage, patient stabilization, and routine RVT responsibilities as needed.

Emergency RVT

Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Provide emergency nursing, anesthesia, surgical assisting, and patient triage for ASA I-V cases.
  • Maintain accurate medical records, controlled drug logs, and assist with client communication.

Specialty Shift Supervisor, ICU & Critical Care RVT

BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital
10.2014 - 01.2022
  • Supervised Critical Care/Internal Medicine/Oncology; scheduled workflow and monitored technician performance.
  • Trained and mentored RVTs and assistants; coordinated internal canine blood donor program.
  • Assisted with advanced procedures, anesthetic management, and critical patient care.

Veterinary Assistant

Mustang Animal Health Clinic
08.2010 - 02.2015

Veterinary Assistant

West Yukon Animal Hospital
06.2012 - 08.2012

Education

Biology - Pre-Veterinary Medicine

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK
01.2014

A.A.S. - Veterinary Technology

Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2011

A.A.S. - Animal Science

Connors State College
Warner, OK
01.2009

Skills

  • Learning skills development
  • Academic instruction
  • Strategic task prioritization
  • Interactive teaching and learning
  • Classroom management
  • Trustworthy and focused
  • Skilled in basic and advanced small animal nursing techniques
  • Proficient in basic large animal nursing techniques

Affiliations

  • Chair, Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee (IACUC), OSU-OKC
  • Member, Institutional Assessment Committee, OSU-OKC
  • Member, Co-Curricular Committee, OSU-OKC


Instructional Courses

Veterinary Medical Terminology

Veterinary Anatomy with Lab

Parasitology with Lab

Radiology with Lab

Clinics & Nursing with Lab

Reproduction and Nutrition


Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association Conference, 2023 – Presenter: 'MDB: Is this really necessary?'

Professional Organizations

  • Oklahoma Veterinary Technician Association (OVTA)
  • American Veterinary Technician Educators (AVTE); attended national conferences 2022, 2024, 2025
  • Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association (HSVMA)

Community Service

  • Savannah Station Therapeutic Riding Program, Volunteer, Norman, OK, - Volunteer assisting with animal handling, horse training, and mentoring children during therapeutic riding sessions.
  • OKC City Center, Volunteer, Oklahoma City, OK, - Volunteer supporting youth and family initiatives, including Christmas drives, school supply events, and ongoing flexible service.

Timeline

PRN RVT

Veterinary Eye Center of Oklahoma
01.2024 - Current

PRN RVT

Urgent Pet Care Center
01.2024 - 2024

Instructor & Department Head

Oklahoma State University – Oklahoma City
01.2021 - Current

Emergency RVT

Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center
01.2021 - 06.2024

Specialty Shift Supervisor, ICU & Critical Care RVT

BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital
10.2014 - 01.2022

Veterinary Assistant

West Yukon Animal Hospital
06.2012 - 08.2012

Veterinary Assistant

Mustang Animal Health Clinic
08.2010 - 02.2015

Biology - Pre-Veterinary Medicine

University of Central Oklahoma

A.A.S. - Veterinary Technology

Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City

A.A.S. - Animal Science

Connors State College