Jennifer J. Schaum
LAS VEGAS CAT HOSPITAL
Las Vegas,NV
25
years of professional experience
Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician with over 21 years of clinical experience, including 7 years in feline exclusive medicine, providing high-quality patient care, supporting veterinarians, mentoring technical teams, and improving hospital workflows. Skilled in feline handling, anesthesia management, surgical nursing, emergency and critical care, staff training, and client communication. Committed to minimizing patient stress through Fear Free and cat-friendly handling techniques while delivering exceptional support to veterinarians and pet owners.
Work History
Head Licensed Veterinary and I-131 Technician
1 Year 2 Months- Administered anesthesia and monitored vital signs during surgical procedures.
- Assisted veterinarians in diagnostic procedures and treatment plans for feline patients.
- Monitor hospitalized patients and recognize changes requiring immediate veterinary attention.
- Educated clients on treatment procedures, radiation precautions, and post-treatment safety instructions.
- Developed training materials that increased staff proficiency in new veterinary technologies and techniques.
- Oversaw disposal of radioactive waste according to safety protocols according to regulatory requirements
- Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced operational efficiency within the hospital setting.
- Monitored hospitalized patients closely for any changes in health status. and recognize changes requiring immediate veterinary attention.
- Educate pet owners on medications, nutrition, preventive care, and post-operative instructions..
Licensed Veterinary Technician
5 Years 9 Months- Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures
- Took vitals and medical histories, maintained accurate medical records to support treatment decisions
- Prepared samples and performed laboratory tests, including bloodwork and urinalysis, to assist in diagnosis
- Diagnostic imaging
- Provided client education to ensure understanding of treatment options, medical procedures, and post-care instructions.
- Managed controlled substance inventory to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Registered Veterinary Technician
14 Years 3 Months- Assisted in emergency veterinary procedures 3/2005 to 8/2007- Perform rapid triage and assessment of emergency patients, manage hospitalized patients, including fluid therapy, pain management, and continuous monitoring, assist veterinarians during emergency surgeries and critical care procedures, place IV catheters, collect blood samples, administer medications, and monitor anesthesia, and educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Coordinated surgery and dental schedules for multiple veterinarians, performed pre-operative exams, calculated and administered anesthetics, monitored patients during anesthesia, conducted dental procedures, and managed post-operative patient care.
- Shift Leader, 1st Shift 4/2015 to 7/2018 — Directed clinic operations, including supervision of veterinary technicians, finalizing charges for hospitalized cases, and reviewing chart discrepancies Conflict resolution between staff members and addressed concerns of veterinarians.
Part-time/PRN Registered Veterinary Technician
4 Years 11 Months- Assisted three veterinarians in daily clinic operations.
- Educated clients on feeding, general care, medical conditions, and treatment options to enhance pet health awareness.
- Performed diagnostic imaging and laboratory tests to assist in accurate diagnoses.
Child Support Officer I – Paternity and Support Establishment
6 Years 1 Month- Clarified policies, procedures, and instructions for parents to enhance understanding and compliance
- Identified and contacted parents for paternity establishment and gaining a support order
- Managed cases to enforce court-ordered child support obligations, ensuring legal compliance and support for custodial parents
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude
- GPA: GPA 3.75
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Sociology
- Graduated Cum Laude
- GPA: GPA 3.52
Fashion Merchandising And Marketing
High School Diploma
Skills
Licensed by the Ohio Board of Veterinary Medicine since 2008
Licensed by the Nevada Board of Veterinary Medicine since 2019
Veterinary Team Leadership & Staff Training
Radioactive iodine (I-131) therapy support
Veterinary radiation safety procedures
Anesthesia induction
monitoring
and recovery
Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
Patient assessment and nursing care
Emergency and critical care
Medication administration
Client education
Fear Free handling techniques
Affiliations
- Member of BGSU Criminal Justice Organization
- BGSU Rowing Club
- Alpha Omicron Pi Women’s Sorority
- Honor Students Association
- AOII Public Relations Committee
- AOII Senior Class Caucusing Chair
- AOII New Member Educator
- Peer Educator
- Disability Marathon Participant
- BGSU Dance Marathon Dancer
- AOII Intramural Softball Team
Timeline
Head Licensed Veterinary and I-131 Technician
LAS VEGAS CAT HOSPITAL
06.2025 - CurrentRead More
Licensed Veterinary Technician
ALL ABOUT CATS VETERINARY HOSPITAL
09.2019 - 06.2025Read More
Part-time/PRN Registered Veterinary Technician
SHARON CENTER VETERINARY HOSPITAL
09.2008 - 08.2013Read More
Registered Veterinary Technician
METROPOLITAN VETERINARY HOSPITAL
03.2005 - 06.2019Read More
Child Support Officer I – Paternity and Support Establishment
MEDINA COUNTY CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT AGENCY
07.2001 - 08.2007Read More
CUYAHOGA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Associate of Applied Science from Veterinary Technology
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BOWLING GREEN STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice, Sociology
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JOHNSON AND WALES UNIVERSITY
Fashion Merchandising And Marketing
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PORT CLINTON HIGH SCHOOL
High School Diploma
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