Kayden Shotwell
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Roo, Veterinary Technician
Relief
05.2023 - Current
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care
- Prepared and monitored patients under anesthesia, sedation, transfusions, etc.
- Provided Basic and Advanced Life Support
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Valley Animal Hospital and Emergency Center
09.2019 - Current
- Obtained pertinent medical histories, vitals, and triage for all patients on arrival
- Provided appropriate nursing care for all species of patients, small animals, and exotics: administering medications of multiple modalities, placing intravenous and peripherally inserted central catheters, nasogastric tube placement, obtaining radiographs, preformed diagnostic testing, etc.
- Prepared and monitored patients under anesthesia, sedation, transfusions, etc..
- Provided Basic and Advanced Life Support to various species
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
Veterinary Assistant and Intern
Pantano Animal Clinic
07.2017 - 09.2019
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment
- Cleaned, sterilized, and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment
Education
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine -
University of Arizona: College of Veterinary Medicine (UACVM)
Tucson, Arizona08.2026
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science, Psychology
University of Arizona: College of Agriculture And Life Sciences
Tucson, Arizona05.2023
Skills
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Time management
- Event planning
- Attention to detail
- Medical documentation
- Organization
- Animal Condition Evaluations
- Canine and Feline Intubation
- Patient Charting
- Maintain Controlled Drug Inventory
- Medical History
Timeline
Roo, Veterinary Technician
Relief
05.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Valley Animal Hospital and Emergency Center
09.2019 - Current
Veterinary Assistant and Intern
Pantano Animal Clinic
07.2017 - 09.2019
Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine -
University of Arizona: College of Veterinary Medicine (UACVM)
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science, Psychology
University of Arizona: College of Agriculture And Life Sciences
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