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Johanna Smith
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Summary
Seasoned Registered Veterinary Technician with hands-on experience in providing comprehensive animal healthcare. Possess strong diagnostic skills and a deep understanding of veterinary best practices. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships with patients and team members, contributing positively to overall clinic environment. Known for consistently making an impact by improving the efficiency of veterinary procedures and patient satisfaction levels.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Hendersonville Veterinary HospitalHendersonville
Registered Veterinary Technician
07.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Worked closely with the veterinarians to provide excellent care to our patients and to promote healthy and informed relationships between clients and their pets.
- Assisted in surgical procedures and performed dental prophylaxis under supervision of the Veterinarian.
- Administered medications, treatments and anesthesia as directed by the Veterinarian.
- Maintained a clean and safe clinic and surgical environment to ensure excellent and healthy patient outcomes.
- Utilized fear free low stress handling for all animals with in the hospital and proper sample collection techniques and processing.
- Responsible for maintaining surgical packs and instrument cleaning, autoclaving, and care.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests, including blood work and urinalysis.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures when needed.
Landrum Veterinary HospitalLandrum
Registered Veterinary Technician
08.2019 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and surgical procedures.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to patients as directed.
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments and equipment for procedures.
- Managed patient records using veterinary software systems efficiently.
- Conducted laboratory tests including blood work and urinalysis.
- Trained junior staff on protocols and best practices in animal care.
- Assisted in the development of treatment plans for sick animals that included diet changes, exercise regimens or other therapeutic recommendations.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing medical procedures and treatments, such as administering medication, drawing blood, and taking vital signs.
- Educated pet owners on proper nutrition, preventive healthcare measures and home care techniques to promote good health in their pets.
- Provided nursing care to hospitalized animals, including monitoring vital signs and administering medications and treatments under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, fecal analysis, heartworm testing, and feline leukemia and FIV testing.
- Prepared surgical instruments for sterilization and maintained a clean operating environment during surgeries.
Baxter Veterinary ClinicFort Mill
Registered Veterinary Technician
01.2016 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Performed Dental prophylaxis and radiography.
- Assisted with surgical procedures and administered anesthesia under Veterinarian supervision.
- Obtained my fear free certification through the clinic.
- Educated clients on pre and post procedural care and physical therapy.
- Maintained clean ,safe ,and properly disinfected surgical and dental suites to allow for rapid reutilizing.
- Demonstrated proficiency at IVC placement and lab sample collection and processing.
Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control Charlotte
Registered Veterinary Technician ( temp position)
01.2016 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Assisted shelter veterinary staff with health checks on animals before adoption.
- Triaging and treating animals upon intake into the shelter.
- Worked directly with the shelter behaviorist to assess animals for adoption and for group interactions.
- Assisted kennel staff with animal husbandry and socialization.
- Participated in vaccine and microchip clinics as needed.
Humane Society of Charlotte spay neuter clinicCharlotte
Registered Veterinary Technician
07.2012 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Maintained drug logs and records for the daily surgical patients .
- Administered anesthetics and medications as directed by the surgical veterinarians
- Prepped and monitored patients during procedures and recovery.
- Educated clients about post operative care .
- Maintained inventory for 2 clinics and maintained AAHA approved controlled drug logs for both clinics.
- Assisted with weekly vaccine clinics for the community and with other outreach events.
- Disinfected and resterilized surgical packs and instruments at end of day for next day procedures.
Education
Gaston CollegeDallas, NC
Associate of Applied Science from Veterinary Science
Central Piedmont Community CollegeCharlotte, NC
Associate of Science from Biology
Skills
- Surgical assistance and monitoring
- Anesthesia administration
- Patient triage
- Laboratory testing and sample collection
- Team collaborator and creative problem solver
- Detail and goal oriented
- Fear free certified and experienced in AAHA accredited clinics
- Love to teach and learn from my team
Accomplishments
- Graduated from Gaston college with honors
Certification
- North Carolina Veterinary Technician License
- Fear free certification
References
References available upon request.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteHybridSalary Range
$22/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Hendersonville Veterinary Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Registered Veterinary Technician
Landrum Veterinary Hospital
08.2019 - 07.2024
Registered Veterinary Technician
Baxter Veterinary Clinic
01.2016 - 08.2019
Registered Veterinary Technician ( temp position)
Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control
01.2016 - 12.2017
Registered Veterinary Technician
Humane Society of Charlotte spay neuter clinic
07.2012 - 12.2016
Gaston College
Associate of Applied Science from Veterinary Science
Central Piedmont Community College
Associate of Science from Biology