JOSETTE DE OLIVIERA

Veterinary Technician

Westside Animal Clinich

04.2008 - Current

Conducted preliminary patient workups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition.
Monitored health and behavior of animals by looking for urine and fecal output, completing weight checks and observing appetite during feeding.
Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and culture.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment.
Evaluated incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
Provided exemplary customer service to owners by answering animal health questions and educating about positive animal care practices.
Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
Assisted veterinary surgeon in Spay/Neuter, mass removal, exploratory, and oral surgeries and procedures across variety of domestic and exotic species of animals.
Induced anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection.
Implanted subcutaneous identification microchips into animals.
Cared for animals pre-surgery and post surgery.
Educated caregivers and guardians on animal care, nutrition, medical conditions and disease management.
Processed financial transactions for clients.
Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
Euthanized terminally ill patients.
Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
Receptionist, scheduling visits and surgeries, taking payments and working with Pet Insurance. Trained new receptionist when needed.