Julianne McClain
Veterinary Technologist
Murray,Kentucky
Summary
Licensed Veterinary Technologist with extensive experience in collecting and conducting in-house laboratory testing in serology, hematology, urinalysis, parasitology, and cytology in multiple species. Substantial experience in quality control, troubleshooting repairing laboratory equipment. 22 Years' experience in mentoring students from veterinary technician/technology programs. Interested in transferring a successful career of clinical experience to the diagnostic laboratory setting.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Technologist
Nashville Pet Emergency Clinic
Nashville, TN
Licensed Veterinary Technologist
Murphy Road Animal Hospital
Nashville, TN
Supervisor/Senior Veterinary Technologist
Westside Veterinary Service
Murray, KY
01.1997 - Current
- Acquiring blood, fecal and urine samples and performing in-house testing, record results in electronic medical records and communicate findings to veterinarians
- Perform cytology on ear, vaginal and skin swabs as well as FNA and other tissues
- Parasitology of feces, blood, and skin of several species
- Mentor and encourage veterinary technology students and interns from Murray State University and University of Tennessee at Martin
- Manage quality control and maintenance of laboratory, anesthetic, radiographic and surgical equipment
- Supervise, and train technical and support staff
- Developed and supervised safety and sanitation protocols Evolved and currently hold the position of surgical suite manager
- Manage the organization's plan to maintain OSHA standards
- Handle all processes to ensure that the organization maintains AAHA accreditation
- Surgical specialist liaison to referring veterinarians and clients
- Created employee policies and standards of conduct with an associated handbook
- Authored comprehensive job descriptions for each position
- Perform general veterinary technologists' duties including client education, placing catheters, administering/monitoring fluid administration, medication administration
Education
Certificate In Veterinary Hospital Management -
St. Petersburg College
05.2008
No Degree - Chemistry, Biology, and Physics
Tennesse State University
Nashville, TN12.1996
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture/Animal Health Technology
Murray State University
Murray KY12.1984
Skills
- 27 years' experience as licensed veterinary technologist
- Substantial experience in hematology, urinalysis, cytology, and parasitology
- Collection of blood, fecal, urine, skin, and tissue samples for testing
- Cell Counts and Differentials
- Performs laboratory procedures and document findings in electronic medical record and communicates findings to veterinarians
- Trouble shooting laboratory equipment and making needed adjustments/corrections
- Quality Assurance and Control of laboratory equipment
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload
- OSHA and safety training and compliance
- Supervision of employees
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Skilled in Microsoft office
- Self-motivated team player
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Affiliations
NAVTA
Certification
- Licensed Veterinary Technician 1992-present
- Veterinary Hospital Management
Timeline
Supervisor/Senior Veterinary Technologist
Westside Veterinary Service
01.1997 - Current
Veterinary Technologist
Nashville Pet Emergency Clinic
Licensed Veterinary Technologist
Murphy Road Animal Hospital
Certificate In Veterinary Hospital Management -
St. Petersburg College
No Degree - Chemistry, Biology, and Physics
Tennesse State University
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture/Animal Health Technology
Murray State University