Katelyn Hansen
Antioch,IL
Summary
Experienced Veterinary Technician with proven history of excellence in anesthesia, and surgery. Self-motivated and caring individual accomplished in delivering excellent care to felines, canines and other domesticated animals. Commended for outstanding work ethic and sound knowledge of veterinary medical procedures and techniques.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Gilmer Road Animal Hospital
Mundelein, IL
01.2024 - Current
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Performed dental procedures with routine scaling and polishing, as well as extractions as needed.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Determined appropriate dosages of medication based on weight calculations using veterinary scales.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment.
- Assembled and sterilized instruments for surgery.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Provided emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
- Communicated with clients regarding their pet's health status or progress reports following a procedure or illness diagnosis.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
Veterinary Technician
Gilmer Road Animal Hospital
Mundelein, IL
01.2024 - 05.2024
Restaurant Owner
Self-employeed
Antioch, IL
05.2020 - 12.2023
- Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies to increase restaurant sales.
- Established standards for quality control, customer service, health and safety regulations.
- Oversaw daily operations of the restaurant including staff scheduling, budgeting and inventory management.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for food, equipment and supplies.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff in proper food preparation techniques.
- Analyzed financial reports to identify areas of improvement or cost savings opportunities.
- Monitored customer feedback to ensure satisfaction with menu items and services provided.
- Created promotions and special events to attract customers and boost sales.
- Performed regular inspections of kitchen facilities to ensure cleanliness, safety requirements are met as well as adherence to health codes, regulations set by state, local government agencies .
- Managed cash flow by setting budgets for expenses such as labor cost, food cost, ensuring timely payment of bills and taxes as well as monitoring accounts receivable and payable records .
- Interviewed potential hires for front-of-house positions such as servers and bartenders .
- Coordinated catering services when requested by customers .
- Updated website content regularly in order to promote upcoming events and specials being offered at the restaurant .
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wauconda High School
Wauconda01-2007
Skills
- General Anesthesia Monitoring
- Bandage Application
- IV Catheter Placement
- Animal Handling
- Client Communication
- Medication Administration
- Surgical Procedures, Assistance, and Support
- Dental Cleaning, Extractions and Suturing
Affiliations
I was raised around animals, they have always been my passion. I played Polo for the USPA, as well as Barrel Raced professionally for over 12 years.
Accomplishments
- I was the highest rated female player in Illinois/Wisconsin during my years of play for the USPA and Barrington Hills Polo Club
- Won 6 years consecutively- Barrel Horse Dash
- Won 4 years consecutively- All Around Speed Champion at Lake County Fair
- Earned over 11 sponsors during my Barrel Racing career
- Earned over 100k in my racing career between checks, vehicles, supplies and horse trailers.
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Gilmer Road Animal Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Gilmer Road Animal Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
Restaurant Owner
Self-employeed
05.2020 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Wauconda High School
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