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Jennifer Reed

Placerville,CA

Summary

Registered Veterinary Technician. Graduated the Veterinary Technician Program at Cosumnes River College in May of 2023. Completed the VTNE in July 2023 and I am now a dedicated RVT who efficiently handles various pet species, breeds, and temperaments. I offer experience conducting pet examinations, medical imaging, maintaining animal care records and preparing and monitoring animals for anesthesia/surgery. Proven history of building strong rapport with owners to provide seamless pet care and foster exceptional client service.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Urgent Care And Surgery Center
09.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by performing diagnostic tests and analyzing results for accurate diagnosis.
  • Assisted veterinarians in surgery, resulting in successful procedures and faster recovery times for patients.
  • Provided compassionate nursing care to patients, promoting their overall well-being and comfort during treatment.
  • Administered medications via IV, IM, SQ, & PO, including controlled drugs.
  • Filled prescriptions
  • Preformed Emergency treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration.
  • CPR
  • Educated pet owners on preventive care measures, leading to healthier pets and fewer medical issues.

Registered Veterinary Technician

Black Oak Animal Hospital
12.2022 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced patient care by performing diagnostic tests and analyzing results for accurate diagnosis.
  • Assisted veterinarians in surgery, resulting in successful procedures and faster recovery times for patients.
  • Provided compassionate nursing care to patients, promoting their overall well-being and comfort during treatment.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations as prescribed by the veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration.
  • Educated pet owners on preventive care measures, leading to healthier pets and fewer medical issues.

Small Animal Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Triage, patient recordkeeping with proficient medical terminology,
  • Medical waste disposal
  • Assisting veterinarians with humane euthanasia.
  • Medication administration via SQ, IV, IM, & PO.
  • Front desk assistance.
  • Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
  • Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
  • Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.

Large Animal Vet Tech/Farm Manager

DPT Miller - Alpaca And Draft Horse Rescue
01.2015 - 05.2018
  • Improved animal health through regular monitoring, nutrition, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
  • Experience with handling/husbandry of horses, goats, and alpacas,
  • Experience with handling/husbandry of dogs, cats, and birds.
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, stalls, and kennels.
  • Meducation administration via IV,IM,SQ,& PO.
  • Ensured year round safety and security of the property around the clock.

Large Animal/Outpatient Ambulatory Technician - ICU Technician

Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center
04.2011 - 01.2016
  • Duties include intake and treatment of patients, blood/urine/fecal testing, dental surgery assistance, surgery packs, animal restraint, boarding animal care, and maintaining hospital safety/cleaning/isolation protocols
  • Outpatient/Ambulatory Technician duties including assistance with emergency and scheduled appointments (off sight at the patient's home or boarding facility.), dental surgery assistance, reproduction procedures assistance, restocking cleaning supplies, and maintaining off site hospital safety/cleaning/isolation protocols.

Veterinary Receptionist

Sunset Animal Medical Center
12.2013 - 11.2014
  • Duties include; answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, checking in appointments, patient inquiries, payments, record keeping, filing, Rx refill requests, and assisting technicians with various tasks as needed.

Receptionist/Small Animal Vet Tech

Cirby Ridge Animal Hospital
09.2011 - 12.2013
  • Duties include; answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, checking in appointments, patient inquiries, payments, record keeping, filing, and Rx refill requests
  • Assisting technicians with intake, filling and labeling prescriptions, blood/urine/fecal testing, dental surgery assistance, surgery packs, animal restraint, boarding animal care, and maintaining hospital safety and cleaning standards.

Education

Associate of Science Degree in Veterinary Technology -

Consumes River College
Sacramento, CA
05.2023

Skills

  • Animal Restraint
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Laboratory Testing Experience
  • Large/Small Animal Nursing
  • Computer Software Knowledge
  • Anesthesia Administration
  • Sample Collection
  • Medical Record Keeping
  • Medication Administration IV,SQ,IM,& PO
  • Equine Handling/Husbandry
  • Camelid Handling/Husbandry
  • Canine/Feline Handling Husbandry
  • Medical Imaging
  • Surgical Monitoring
  • Post Operative Care
  • Critical Care Experience
  • Venipuncture/Phlebotomy
  • ICU Experience

Certification

  • Veterinary Technician Certification

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Registered Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Urgent Care And Surgery Center
09.2023 - Current

Registered Veterinary Technician

Black Oak Animal Hospital
12.2022 - 09.2023

Small Animal Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital
11.2021 - 10.2022

Large Animal Vet Tech/Farm Manager

DPT Miller - Alpaca And Draft Horse Rescue
01.2015 - 05.2018

Veterinary Receptionist

Sunset Animal Medical Center
12.2013 - 11.2014

Receptionist/Small Animal Vet Tech

Cirby Ridge Animal Hospital
09.2011 - 12.2013

Large Animal/Outpatient Ambulatory Technician - ICU Technician

Loomis Basin Equine Medical Center
04.2011 - 01.2016

Associate of Science Degree in Veterinary Technology -

Consumes River College
Jennifer Reed