Josie Putnam
Veterinary Technician
Denver,NC
Summary
My name is Josie Putnam and i have been working with Animals since i was 15, and have been around animals all my life as my dad had his own Kennel/Boarding set up our of my childhood home. I am now currently 24 years old as a Highly successful Veterinary Technician with significant expertise in anesthesia, surgery and pathology in small, house hold animals, Such at Cats, Dogs, and rabbits. Proven history of building strong rapport with owners to provide seamless pet care. i have Dedicated my job as a Surgical Veterinary technician who efficiently handles various pet breeds and temperaments. Offers experience conducting pet examinations, maintaining animal care records and preparing animals for surgery. I am a Dependable Veterinarian technician/assistant skillful in handling animals up to 65-75 pounds. Demonstrated history of building strong client relationships and bonds with pets. Maintains order when caring for multiple animals with diverse temperaments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
East Lincoln Animal Hospital
Denver, NC
04.2017 - Current
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
- Implanted subcutaneous identification microchips into animals.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Assessed paws, ears and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
- Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with [Job title].
- Performed dental extractions with no periosteal elevation, no tooth resectioning, and no bone resectioning.
- Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Bathed and dipped dogs afflicted with [Type] parasitic infections and applied specific medications for itch relief.
- Managed adjoining veterinary supply shop that sold medications, animal food and pet equipment.
K9 Handler
Denver Canine Club
Denver, North Carolina
05.2016 - 04.2017
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Talked to or interacted with animals to increase familiarity with human voices or contact.
- Conferred with owners about methods for continuing training and reinforcing methods taught in classes.
- Cued or signaled animals during performances.
- Advised animal owners regarding purchase of specific animals.
- Assessed animals and consulted with owners about suitability for desired use based on temperament, age and other factors.
- Acclimated every animal to feel of different harnesses and equipment by steadily increasing touches and overall use.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
K9 Handler
Puppy Planet
Denver, NC
04.2015 - 11.2015
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Talked to or interacted with animals to increase familiarity with human voices or contact.
- Conferred with owners about methods for continuing training and reinforcing methods taught in classes.
- Cued or signaled animals during performances.
- Assessed animals and consulted with owners about suitability for desired use based on temperament, age and other factors.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Lincoln Animal Hospital
Lincolnton, NC06.2016
Skills
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilizatoin
- Anesthesia Administration
- Organizational Systems
- Client Counseling
- Animal Husbandry
- Animal Quarters Maintenance
- Confidential Records Management
- Animal Examinations
- Food Supplement Preparation
- Problem Sensitivity
- Treatment and Research Records
- Laboratory Testing
- Animal Grooming
- Bathing and Nail Clipping
- Animal Observations
- Equipment Disinfection
- Animal Vaccinations
- Prescriptions Management
- Animal Loading and Unloading
- Dental Procedures
- Basic Animal Care
- Intravenous Feeding
- Facility Laundry and Cleaning
- Treatment Documentation
- New Product Information
- Feeding and Watering
- Physical Condition Monitoring
- Diagnostic Equipment
- Reading Comprehension
- Customer Satisfaction
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Experience
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Humane Animal Restraints
- Illness and Injury Detection
- Document Organization
- Pet Owner Advisory
- Food Intake Monitoring
- Weight Charting
- Information Collection and Recording
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Wound Dressing and Suturing
- Surgery and Procedure Preparation
- Physical Examinations
- Post-Surgical Monitoring
- Active Learning
- Inpatient Care
- Jugular Intravenous Catheterization
- Housekeeping Requirements
- Patient Discharges
- Injectable Agent Induction
- Patient Information
- Intramuscular Injections
- Wound Care
- Catalase Testing
- Diagnostic ECG/EKG Tracing
- IV Fluid Administration
- Ear Cleaning
- Customer Relations
- Medical Triage
- Pet Feeding and Care
- Blood Analyses
- Closed-Chest CPR
- Dental Radiology
- Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Sternal and Lateral Recumbency Restraint
- Gowning and Gloving Procedures
- Halter Placement
- Veterinary Care
- Special Care
- Animal Condition Evaluations
- Lab Animal Restraint
- Cytocentesis Procedures
- Environmental Conditions
- Efficient Service
- Feline Cat Bag Restraint
- Treatment Plans
- Customer Inquiries
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
East Lincoln Animal Hospital
04.2017 - Current
K9 Handler
Denver Canine Club
05.2016 - 04.2017
K9 Handler
Puppy Planet
04.2015 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
North Lincoln Animal Hospital
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