KELSIE DOBBIN
Oregon City,OR
Summary
Detail-oriented Licensed Veterinary Technician in Training with four years of relevant experience and specific expertise in general practice and specialty care. Dedicated to excellent animal care and client service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
First City Veterinary Hospital
Oregon City
07.2024 - Current
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Assisted with surgical procedures and monitoring anesthesia.
VTIT/PHYSICAL THERAPY TECH
ANIMAL EMERGENCY AND SPECIALTY CENTER
Reno, NV, NV
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Triage incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care
- Collect patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis
- Manage medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian
- Schedule patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Improve patient mobility using passive and active therapeutic exercises.
- Educate families and caregivers on treatment programs for improved at-home support.
- Prepare for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
- Check physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.
- Demonstrate proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Answer owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Obtain patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT/VTIT
VCA BLUE CROSS
Las Vegas, NV
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Maintained accurate pharmacy records, anesthesia, and test logs.
- Educated caregivers and guardians on animal care, nutrition, medical conditions and disease management.
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
GREATFUL PET ANIMAL CLINIC
BOULDER CITY, NV
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Aided veterinary surgeon with surgeries and procedures for domestic and exotic species with complex requirements.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
MEDICAL SCRIBE
SCRIBE-X, MEDICAL SCRIBE
PHOENIX, AZ
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Remotely accompanied medical providers in a variety of settings during patient consultations and assist in accurately recording patient history and physical exam findings into the electronic medical record while ensuring all HIPPA guidelines are met
- Assess all ICD-10 codes inpatient record for accurate medical billing
- Stayed on top of current patient loads to facilitate efficient and organized workflow.
- Submitted orders for additional tests and examinations.
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results and other details directly into charts.
INTERPRETING SERVICES COORDINATOR
DEAF SERVICES UNLIMITED
09.2018 - 07.2019
ACCOUNT MANAGER
HEALTHSCRIBE, MEDICAL SCRIBE
PHOENIX, AZ
02.2018 - 09.2018
- Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
- Addressed problems with accounting, billing and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
- Oversaw new business development and customer servicing.
- Liaised between account holders and various departments.
PHLEBOTOMIST | LAB ASSISTANT
SONORA QUEST LABORATORIES
08.2013 - 02.2016
- Obtained blood samples for medical testing and transfusion through venipuncture or capillary puncture
- Followed infection-control and safety procedures in carrying out daily phlebotomy functions
- Prepared blood-collecting equipment, drew blood, and safely stored and transported samples
- Built trust and minimized patient discomfort during phlebotomy procedures while efficiently collecting blood specimens
- Worked collaboratively with patients, healthcare providers and patient support departments to ensure a high quality of service.
Education
Environmental Science - Wildlife Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHAssociate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
Certification - Veterinary Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
08.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ05.2012
Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Quick Problem Solving
- Efficient Prioritization
- Humane Animal Restraints
- Post-Surgical Monitoring
- Diagnostic Testing
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
- Prescription Management
- Patient Recordkeeping
- Physical Rehabilitation
- Surgery and Procedure Preparation
- Physical Examinations
- Wound Dressing and Bandaging
- Client Communication
- Veterinary Support
- Interpersonal Communication
- Surgery and Procedure Preparation
- Physical Examinations
- Wound Dressing and Suturing
- Emergency First Aid
Certification
- Licensed Veterinary Technician in Training- VTIT1846 Exp: 09/24
Languages
ASL
Limited Working
Timeline
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
First City Veterinary Hospital
07.2024 - Current
VTIT/PHYSICAL THERAPY TECH
ANIMAL EMERGENCY AND SPECIALTY CENTER
12.2022 - 06.2024
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT/VTIT
VCA BLUE CROSS
08.2022 - 11.2022
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
GREATFUL PET ANIMAL CLINIC
07.2021 - 07.2022
MEDICAL SCRIBE
SCRIBE-X, MEDICAL SCRIBE
02.2020 - 10.2020
INTERPRETING SERVICES COORDINATOR
DEAF SERVICES UNLIMITED
09.2018 - 07.2019
ACCOUNT MANAGER
HEALTHSCRIBE, MEDICAL SCRIBE
02.2018 - 09.2018
PHLEBOTOMIST | LAB ASSISTANT
SONORA QUEST LABORATORIES
08.2013 - 02.2016
Environmental Science - Wildlife Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
Certification - Veterinary Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology
Estrella Mountain Community College