Jodi Kleinsmith
Granger,IN
Summary
A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure the Licensed Veterinary Technician position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals. Licensed in Michigan and Indiana.
Can efficiently handle various pet breeds and temperaments. Offer experience conducting pet examinations, maintaining animal care records, and preparing animals for surgery.
Expertise in anesthesia, surgery, and recovery
Detail-oriented Veterinary Technician with relevant experience with a specific interest in small animal dentistry and imaging.
Proven history of building a strong rapport with owners to provide seamless pet care and foster exceptional service. Accomplished professional with extensive experience in animal healthcare. Skilled in laboratory procedures, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Educated clients on animal health, preventive care and procedures.
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia.
- Analyzed bloodwork and sample results using IDEXX to diagnose diseases and conditions.
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
- Assessed paws, ears, and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Kryder & Harr Veterinary Clinic
06.2014 - 05.2021
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Educated clients on animal health, preventive care and procedures.
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Orchard Lake Animal Hospital
05.1999 - 07.2014
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Educated clients on animal health, preventive care and procedures.
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Macomb Community College
Macomb, MI05.2001
Skills
- Collecting Specimens for Analysis
- Fluorescein Staining
- Ear Cleaning
- Post-Surgical Clean Up and or Sanitation
- General Anesthesia Monitoring
- Subcutaneous Injections
- Heartworm Diagnostic Testing
- Clinical Pathology
- Inhalant Anesthesia Administration
- Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
- Veterinary Office Administration
- IV Placement
- Product Inventories
- File and Records Management
- Maintaining Treatment Notes
- Aseptic Techniques
- Canine and Feline Intubation
- Vaccination Administration
- Skin Scraping
- Explaining Treatment
- X-Ray Animals
- Diagnostic Sampling
- Preventive Care
- Euthanasia
- Procedure Support
- Lab Animal Restraint
- Instrument Pack Sterilization
- Medical History
- Surgical Procedure Support
- Veterinary Standards and Procedures
- IV Fluid Administration
- Inpatient Care
- Injectable Agent Induction
- Dietary Recommendations
- Client Education
- Cephalic, Jugular, and Saphenous Venipuncture Restraint
- Oral and Topical Medication Administration
- Laboratory Assay Analysis
- Animal Condition Evaluations
- Wound Treatment
- Lab Operations
- Suture Removal
- Dental Radiology
- Diagnostic ECG/EKG Tracing
- Controlled Substance Management
- Maintain Controlled Drug Inventory
Additional Information
References available upon request
Timeline
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Kryder & Harr Veterinary Clinic
06.2014 - 05.2021
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Orchard Lake Animal Hospital
05.1999 - 07.2014
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Macomb Community College
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