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, ILCertification
- 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)