Karie Edwards
Escondido,CA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician known for high productivity and ability to efficiently complete tasks. Skilled in diagnostic testing, anesthesia monitoring/ administration, educating clients and patient care and management. Excels at communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring positive outcomes for both animals and owners.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Coastal Animal Hospital
Carlsbad, Texas
02.2023 - 09.2024
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Observed animals' behavior patterns to detect any signs of illness or injury and triaged.
- Counseled clients on animal health care needs, nutrition requirements, preventative care programs and safety precautions.
- Monitored anesthesia levels during surgery and provided post-surgical recovery support.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
Veterinary Assistant
Bernardo Heights Veterinary Hospital
Poway, California
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians and scheduling appointments.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures, hematology, fecal samples, snap tests and TP/PCV's.
- Sterilized and maintained veterinary care instruments and equipment readying packs for surgery utilizing autoclave and gas sterilization.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament for examination to prevent injuries and calm pet.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinarian for routine surgeries, TPLO/FHO's, dentals and foreign body removals.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure paying attention to size and weight of animal for proper instrument utilization.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment for cystocentesis for diagnostic results.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, mentation, and other parameters as necessary.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions due to shortages, invention limitations and unique situations that need personalization.
Education
Associate of Science - Animal Health And Technology
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA06-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Drug And Alcohol Counseling
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CASome College (No Degree) - Animal Science
University of California, Davis
Davis, CASkills
- Animal nursing - RVT (License #15957)
- Surgical assistance
- Nutritional counseling
- Patient monitoring and Post operative care
- Animal restraint
- Biosecurity protocols
- Laboratory testing/interpretation
- Diagnostic imaging
- Medical record-keeping
- Preventative care and parasite prevention
- Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Coastal Animal Hospital
02.2023 - 09.2024
Veterinary Assistant
Bernardo Heights Veterinary Hospital
02.2021 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Animal Health And Technology
San Diego Mesa College
Some College (No Degree) - Drug And Alcohol Counseling
Mt. San Antonio College
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Science
University of California, Davis