I am looking for a position that will help assist owners and pets with today’s best care. My hope is to help facilitate and educate on the best practices, up to date treatments and education. Today there are a plethora of ways to ensure that pets and owners are comfortable with treatments and care. I hope to aid in new practices that I have learned and continuously learn from my time in the Veterinary field.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Carter Pet Hospital
Lake Saint Louis, Missouri
09.2019 - Current
I have worked many jobs at Carter. Starting with client service specialist and have moved up to one of the senior technicians. I do ordering medications for the clinic, I am also the lead dental technician in charge of client education for dentistry. I also have a huge passion for making sure the end of life protocol and procedures are done with the utmost respect and care. I am always requested to go over paperwork and aftercare with our clients due to the care I have.
Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
Determined appropriate dosages of medication based on weight calculations using veterinary scales.
Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working with hazardous materials such as drugs and chemicals.
Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
Collected samples of bodily fluids to analyze for parasites or other diseases.
Observed behavioral characteristics of animals in order to provide insight into possible illnesses or changes in behavior.
Participated in educational seminars related to veterinary medicine topics in order to stay up-to-date on current trends and best practices.
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Administrative Assistant
Mercy
01.2019 - 09.2019
I worked along side administration to ensure patient satisfaction
In this role we had to call patients and enroll them into Mercy Virtual and delegate shipping of equipment which was utilized in the program
Receptionist
Total Access Urgent Care
08.2017 - 01.2019
I worked to register patients in a timely manner
In this role, I was to use data entry to register insurance information and put in client information
We worked directly with the clinical team to help with running of labs and ensuring a client and sterile environment
Pharmacy Technician
Dierbergs Pharmacy
11.2012 - 11.2017
As the head technician, I ordered supplies for the pharmacy as well as filled medications
I worked tandem with management to ensure fast and efficient processes as well as learning new skills
Education
Nursing, Associates -
Saint Charles Community College
01.2013
Skills
Organization
Communication
Microsoft Office
Client education
Grief information
Dental procedures
End of life care
Behavioral observation
Safety protocols
Inventory management
Customer service
Team collaboration
Data entry
Jugular intravenous catheterization
Medical terminology
Decision-making
IV placement
Additional Information
I am an organized, hardworking individual. I love to smile and am personable. Any job that I get I put 110% into and thrive on fast paced work. I pay attention to detail and love to be creative when I can.
References
Heather Struble, Pharmacy Manager/pharmacist, Dierbergs Pharmacy, (636) 288-4470, Heather was instrumental in my learning and knowledge of medicine. Not only was she my manager but she was my mentor in ordering and organizing.
Amanda Logan, Veterinarian, Carter Pet Hospital, (636) 328-3611, Dr. Logan and I have worked side by side for many years and she has witnessed my care and passion for the field. She has also came to me for in home euthanasia help due to the care I provide.
Daniel Lange, Veterinarian, Carter pet Hospital, (636) 278-0485, Dr. Lange and I have worked with each other and have had many discussions of the importance of aftercare and helping clients understand the best way to make informed decisions.