Overview
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Education
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Johana (Joie) Allen, CVT

Bolingbrook,IL

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Emergency Group
Oak Brook, IL
05.2024 - Current
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sick or injured animals.
  • Operated anesthesia machines safely and monitored anesthetized patients throughout procedure.
  • Assisted veterinarian with surgical procedures by assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
  • Operated x-ray machines and exposed radiographic films.
  • Communicated effectively with clients regarding treatment plans recommended by veterinarians.

Circus Performer

Freelance Circus performing
Chicago, IL
05.2015 - Current
  • Working for multiple circus agencies
  • Performing with and on a wide range of apparatuses, ground acts as well as aerial apparatuses
  • Teaching various circus Classes in the community.

Certified Veterinary Technician Specialty Surgery

VCA Arboretum View Animal Hospital
Downers Grove, IL
12.2022 - 12.2024
  • Provided emergency medical care to hospitalized animals.
  • Performed laboratory tests such as radiographs, urinalysis and fecal exams.
  • Assisted in surgical procedures including pre-operative preparation, monitoring anesthesia and post-operative care.
  • Ordered diagnostic tests such as biopsies or cultures to diagnose illnesses or injuries.
  • Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.
  • Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
  • Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.

Veterinary Technician Extern

VCA Arboretum View Animal Hospital
Downers Grove, IL
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.
  • Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
  • Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
  • Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
  • Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.

Student Mentor

Fox College
Tinley Park, IL
07.2021 - 12.2022
  • Leadership council
  • Tutor students who need help in various classes
  • Put together study sessions for students before exams
  • Provide helpful tips on time management and note taking techniques.

Stable hand

Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament
Schaumburg, IL
06.2019 - 07.2021
  • Provide care to up to 25 horses at a time cleaning, feeding, training, basic medical care
  • Assist in routine vet visits per needs of the veterinarian
  • Perform in the show for different audiences.

Education

Associates of applied science - veterinary medicine

Fox College ( Vet Tech Institute of Chicago)
12.2022

Health Sciences

North Central College (5 Semesters)
Naperville, IL

Certification

  • RECOVER CPR certified
  • Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Timeline

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Emergency Group
05.2024 - Current

Certified Veterinary Technician Specialty Surgery

VCA Arboretum View Animal Hospital
12.2022 - 12.2024

Veterinary Technician Extern

VCA Arboretum View Animal Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2022

Student Mentor

Fox College
07.2021 - 12.2022

Stable hand

Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament
06.2019 - 07.2021

Circus Performer

Freelance Circus performing
05.2015 - Current

Associates of applied science - veterinary medicine

Fox College ( Vet Tech Institute of Chicago)

Health Sciences

North Central College (5 Semesters)
Johana (Joie) Allen, CVT