Kendall Mccandless
Ferndale,WA
Summary
Experienced Licensed Veterinary Medical Technician and LVT for 16 years. Dedicated to promoting animal health, building customer relationships, and staying up-to-date on the latest techniques in veterinary medicine. Committed to building positive and lasting relationships with team members. Extensive knowledge of anesthesia, vaccines, diagnostics, dentals, surgeries relative to small, mixed, and equine animals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level LVT position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LVT
Boundary Bay Specialty Hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Currently work in oncology, internal medicine, surgery and emergency.
- Worked effectively with patient records, prescription medication and all medical and administrative care including diagnostics of our patients
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Maintaining detailed logs when dispensing controlled drugs and making sure the calculations of drug administration are correct with the right dosage and frequency.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Administered routine, post-operative and daily treatments to animals under direction and supervision of veterinarian.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Discharged patients from the hospital.
- Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation and ventilatory support.
- Assisted post-operative patients with acute pain management in line with established safety and medicine administration protocols.
- Managed proper administration of prescribed anesthetics to patients ahead of surgical procedures.
- Obtained detailed health history from each patient and conducted physical examinations to calculate exact dosages prior to anesthetic administration.
LVT
Northwest Veterinary Clinic Of All 3 Clinics
03.2018 - 10.2022
- Lead LVT at Northwest Veterinary Clinic of Stanwood
- Executed dental tasks, such as cleaning, polishing, extracting teeth, dental radiographs, and Oravet
- Ran anesthesia for all on call specialty surgeries.
- Restrained pets daily, controlling safety, assisting the vet, and minimizing stress during examinations for the pets
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Enhanced sales of products by encouraging clients to buy products in house and on our online pharmacy
- Ran in house lab work and also sent out all the outgoing lab work
- Provided care to any pets that came in as emergencies and to help stabilize them to be transferred
- Had client patient relationship by working with the clients to update their pets on vaccines and anything else needed
- Administered anesthesia, vaccines, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous injections
- Performed blood draws and obtaining urine and stool samples
- Triaged, admitted, and treated patients under a veterinary doctor’s supervision
- Performed physical examinations from small to large animals
- Maintained a positive and collaborative attitude under stressful situations.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Led and mentored Number newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
- Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Software.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Designed and created client education materials and marketing materials for hospital services.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
LVT
The Cat Care Clinic
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Led and mentored Number newly licensed nurses and nursing students to develop professional expertise.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Software.
- Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
- Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
LVT
Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle
02.2017 - 04.2019
- Lead LVT in Neurology
- Worked in Emergency department on off days.
- A voice for my coworkers.
- A person who they could come to for assistance in solving any issues in the department, as well as those in other departments
- Working with the doctors, management, tech supervisors and co-workers to obtain feedback on how to improve each department by identifying weakness requiring improvement while building on existing strengths
- Helping the department to improve their work flow by working together by a team
- Being a person who can bring leadership, motivation, delegation, positivity, trustworthiness, creativity, and responsibility to the department
- Encourage passion and the building of a positive work environment
- Be hands on with my coworkers on running MRI’S, running anesthesia, neurologic surgeries, on call for emergency surgeries, and appointments
- Assisting with scheduling to ensure adequate coverage and determining items that need to be addressed to improve the efficiency and delivery of care of patients
- Attending all department and have Neurology to build team work to ensure that communication is the key in the team building the efficient delivery of care delivery of care
- Making each client’s experience with their pets’ care as wonderful as possible.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
- Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
- Verified availability of operating room supplies, medications and gases.
- Pretested and calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors.
- Handled emergency situations by stepping in to perform CPR on patients.
- Scheduled repairs for malfunctioning equipment and kept accurate records of all medical components and machines for optimal efficiency.
- Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation and ventilatory support.
- Assisted post-operative patients with acute pain management in line with established safety and medicine administration protocols.
- Managed proper administration of prescribed anesthetics to patients ahead of surgical procedures.
- Obtained detailed health history from each patient and conducted physical examinations to calculate exact dosages prior to anesthetic administration.
Lead LVMT
Crossroads Pet Professionals
10.2007 - 01.2017
- Performed physical examinations and record case history, weight, temperature and other vitals
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to safeguard against accidental injuries
- Performed routine laboratory procedures such as hematology, microbiology, parasitology, exfoliative cytology, blood chemistry, urinalysis
- Monitored patient vital signs during surgical procedures, and notified veterinarian of changes in stability
- Recommended products to sustain optimal wellness, including vitamins and supplements, dental cleaning, flea and tick control, heartworm prevention, geriatric care and dietary measures
- Reviewed vaccination records, and prepare and administer vaccinations according to clinical protocols
- Strategically scheduled patient appointments to maintain better workflow
- Initiated emergency interventions such as resuscitative oxygen procedures and external cardiac massage
- Operated anesthetic machines, oxygen equipment and monitoring equipment
- Completed admission records, including statements made by client concerning patient’s problems and history
- Prepared animals for surgery, including clipping, scrubbing, and disinfecting operative site
- Operated x-ray machines digital and non-digital
- Collected urine by cystoceles
- Administered and applied treatments, drugs, oxygen therapy, medications
- Performed dental procedures, including smoothing, removing tarter, extractions, polishing, Oravet, Clindoral, Doxi-Robe, charting, and dental radiographs
- Took care of veterinary medications in boarding patients
- Also worked in reception, kennel, and assisting in grooming.
LVMT
Value Vet
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Performed physical examinations and record case history, weight, temperature, and other vitals
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examinations, and treatment to safeguard against accidental injuries
- Reviewed vaccination records, and prepare and administrator vaccinations according to clinic protocols
- Recommended products to sustain optimal wellness, including vitamins and supplements, dental cleaning, flea, tick, and heartworm preventions, geriatric care and dietary measures
- Monitored patient vital signs during surgical procedures, and notified veterinarians of changes in stability
- Performed dental procedures
- Administrated and applied treatments, drugs, oxygen therapy, medications, and immunological agents
- Prepared animals for surgery, including clipping, scrubbing, and disinfecting operative site
- Operated anesthetic machines, oxygen equipment and monitoring equipment
- Prepared, labeled, and filled medications
- Also called in medications into pharmacies for clients
- Also informed clients of how to administer medications
- Organized prescriptions in the pharmacy, surgery, and supplies.
- Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
- Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
- Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
- Utilized massage techniques to address diverse needs with deep tissue, therapeutic and sports massage.
- Maintained clean and professional massage therapy environment with stringent adherence to sanitization protocols.
- Developed knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to supplement massage training.
- Communicated with clients to discuss medical history, lifestyle and massage treatment goals.
- Educated clients on benefits of massage therapy and importance of self-care.
- Reduced or eliminated muscular stress and tightness through Swedish massage, implementing variety of stroke lengths, rhythms, and intensities to optimize relaxation.
- Grew sales with great work ethic, individualized beauty care plans and positive attitude.
- Addressed mobility limitations and generalized pain originating from muscle tightness through deep tissue massage techniques.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted massage techniques to best meet individual needs.
- Used essential oils to add aromatherapy element to massage sessions, maximizing stress relief, and relaxation effect.
- Applied principles of trigger point therapy to diagnose and address pain transferred from muscular stress or tightness.
- Created marketing advertisements to increase awareness of services and boost sales.
- Provided custom massage treatments to clients, tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Performed sanitization tasks to keep massage environment clean and safe.
- Educated clients on benefits of massage and recommended home care techniques.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date client records.
- Administered Swedish, deep tissue and sports massage techniques.
- Assessed guest needs and identified muscle issues, medical conditions, and contraindications before beginning session.
- Assessed clients carefully to determine massage needs and potential problems due to individual physical conditions.
- Researched new massage techniques and treatments.
- Provided treatment for medical conditions and injuries through therapeutic massage.
- Advised clients on areas such as posture, at-home exercises and stretches.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans.
- Utilized hot stones, aromatherapy and other therapeutic treatments.
- Worked with clients to ascertain medical history, potential issues, and areas needing support.
- Developed customized massage programs to meet unique requirements.
- Performed aroma therapies and specialized relaxation techniques.
- Assessed clients to determine appropriate massage techniques to apply.
- Advised clients on lifestyle changes to improve alignment, posture, and gait for better long-term wellness.
Horse Trainer
Peach Tree Farm
03.2014 - 09.2016
- Trained horses and taught lessons to people of all ages.
- Ran all client programs at the horse show barn.
- Upgraded and tested kids in Pony Club.
- Advised owners about planned or leasing.
- Responsible for maintaining all show horses in a high training program
- Rode horses in training sessions and provided feedback on track performance.
- Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
- Instilled basics of horsemanship and riding in beginners, first-time or occasional riders, refining knowledge and skills of more advanced riders.
- Coached and trained students in basic care and maintenance of horses and stables in addition to riding technique, form and skills.
- Rode horses to meet required pace or timed work and executed jump-outs to develop skills and compliance of individual animals.
- Taught students show jumping, eventing and dressage, and improvement through constructive criticism.
- Conferred with owners about methods for continuing training and reinforcing methods taught in classes.
- Took care of all husbandry, de-worming, dentistry, vaccines, and conditioning show horses.
- Maintained clean, neat, and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Assisted in bandaging, shipping horse’s long distances.
- Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary.
- Provided treatment for minor horse injuries.
- Monitored horses health and statuses before races or competitions.
- Maintained animal health records, treating minor injuries and reporting serious injuries to owners for consultation with veterinarians.
- Scheduled farrier and vet appointments regularly.
- Fit gear for horses and specific riders.
- Advised students on standard riding gear, proper use and basic care and maintenance.
- Directed other horse trainers and stable hands to complete training and maintenance tasks requested by owners or needing urgent attention.
- Instructed students in horsemanship and specific riding skills in both English and Western riding styles.
- Received training directives from horse and stable owners and provided oral and written reports of horse progress towards training objectives.
- Monitored animal health, attention and behavior during training sessions.
- Trained animals to respond to specific cues from both owners and handlers.
- Observed animals during different activities to identify possible illnesses or injuries requiring care.
- Observed animals closely to understand individual needs and behaviors.
- Administered prescribed medications to animals based on individual needs.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to successfully train animals.
- Kept animals stimulated with variety of enrichment activities.
- Delivered public presentations to educate public on animal training and behavior.
- Delivered public presentations to educate equine veterinarian care.
- Created innovative ways to teach animals new behaviors.
- Tracked metrics such as overall health, behaviors, and diet to isolate and address concerns.
- Succeeded in training diverse animals with confident training techniques and trusting relationships.
- Collaborated with veterinarians, animal caretakers and other animal experts on how best to train animals.
- Modified undesirable behaviors with use of successful and safe behavior modifications techniques.
- Instructed and supervised volunteers and staff on proper animal handling procedures.
LVMT
Martin Farm
04.2008 - 09.2015
- Managed large and small animals on a private rescue farm.
- Advised animal owner of regarding sanitary measures, feeding, general care, medical conditions and treatment options.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed farm making all the protocols.
- Developed humane training solutions to address animal behavior problems.
- Cared for animals with special medical needs
- Conducted physical exams and other routine health care procedures.
- Prioritized animal safety and comfort at all times.
- Took care of all needs of farm and domesticated animals including diet, husbandry, vaccines, dentistry, de-worming.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Mixed feed, additives and medicines in prescribed portions to maintain animal health.
- Kept grounds clean and orderly by monitoring and repairing fences, shoveling snow and removing debris.
- Completed invoices for bills of lading, sales receipts and supplies.
- Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
- Reported any property damage or concerns to supervisors and completed requested services to resolve.
- Fed and watered all animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
- Branded and tagged livestock for proper identification and security when lost and stolen.
- Maintained safety when using equipment and tools by following established precautions.
- Maintained ranch records and documentation.
- Hired new ranch hands and livestock handlers seasonally.
- Wrote and improved SOPs to maintain consistency across shifts and work areas.
- Assisted with development of animal behavior modification plans.
- Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
- Cared for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care.
- Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
- Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
Horse Trainer
Willow Blue Farm
01.2000 - 02.2010
- Trained horses under the supervision of a certified trainer.
- Took care of all husbandry, de-worming, dentistry, vaccines, and conditioning show horses.
- Ran all client programs at the horse show barn.
- Assisted in bandaging, shipping horse’s long distances.
- Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary.
- Inspected, prepared, cleaned, disinfected and maintained comfortable horse stable and enclosures.
- Rode horses in training sessions and provided feedback.
- Scheduled farrier and vet appointments regularly.
- Prepared horses for specific competitions or tasks.
- Instilled basics of horsemanship and riding in beginners, first-time or occasional riders, refining knowledge and skills of more advanced riders.
- Coached and trained students in basic care and maintenance of horses and stables in addition to riding technique, form and skills.
- Rode horses to meet required pace or timed work and executed jump-outs to develop skills and compliance of individual animals.
- Fit gear for horses and specific riders.
- Maintained animal health records, treating minor injuries and reporting serious injuries to owners for consultation with veterinarians.
- Responsible for maintaining all show horses in a high training program.
- Advised students on standard riding gear, proper use and basic care and maintenance.
- Directed other horse trainers and stable hands to complete training and maintenance tasks requested by owners or needing urgent attention.
- Taught students show jumping, eventing and dressage driving improvement through constructive criticism.
- Received training directives from horse and stable owners and provided oral and written reports of horse progress towards training objectives.
- Monitored animal health, attention and behavior during training sessions.
- Observed animals during different activities to identify possible illnesses or injuries requiring care.
- Observed animals closely to understand individual needs and behaviors.
- Administered prescribed medications to animals based on individual needs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to successfully train animals.
- Succeeded in training diverse animals with confident training techniques and trusting relationships.
- Collaborated with veterinarians, animal caretakers and other animal experts on how best to train animals.
- Modified undesirable behaviors with use of successful and safe behavior modifications techniques.
- Advised owners about planned animal purchases or leasing options and potential behavioral needs.
- Conferred with owners about methods for continuing training and reinforcing methods taught in classes.
- Tracked metrics such as overall health, behaviors, and diet to isolate and address concerns.
- Delivered public presentations to educate public on animal training and behavior.
Education
Associate of Science - Science
Columbia State Community College
05.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Columbia State Community College
Columbia, TN05.2006
Skills
- Recording and charting procedures
- Radiology
- Ultrasound
- Cystocentesis
- Blood Draws
- Intravenous Catheters
- Safe animal restraints
- Lab Analysis
- Listening Skills
- Prescription fulminates
- Vital signs
- Medication dispensing
- Clinical pathology
- Emergency and Triage Skills
- Neurology surgeries and MRI’s Specialty Medicine
- Room Tech
- Consulting in discharges
- Fecal smear testing
- Pre-Anesthetic Perpetration
- Injectable agent induction
- Intubating Patients
- Anesthesia Monitoring
- Animal dentistry to include radiographs
- Advanced knowledge in Doppler Blood Pressure
- Assisting during surgery
- Anesthesia Recovery
- Post-Surgical Clean Up
- Detail-Oriented
- Multi-Tasker
- Animal Handling
- Organizational Skills
- Record maintenance
- Medical Terminology
- Data Entry
- Computer Skills
- Injections
- Communication Skills
- Customer Service Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Time Management Skills
- Professionalism
- Trauma Recovery
- Saddle Maintenance
- Western-Style Riding
- Groundwork
- Training Program Development
- Horse Grooming
- Records Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Equine First Aid
- Equine Nutrition Expertise
- Teaching Abilities
- Show Preparation
- Horse Selection
- Stable Management
- Team Leadership
- Foal Training
- Conditioning Programs
- Event Planning
- Horse Handling Techniques
- Record Keeping
- Horse Health Care
- Time Management
- Physical Fitness
- Equestrian Equipment Knowledge
- Groundwork Training
- Networking Abilities
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Patience and Persistence
- Client Relationship Building
- Equine Behavior Knowledge
- Animal Training
- Medication Administration
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Communication
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Effective Trainer
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Organization and Time Management
- Self-Directed
- Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Organization
- Customer Relations
- Medical History Collection
- Closed-Chest CPR
- Intravenous Injection
- Equine Lower Leg Wrap
- Physical Examination
- Skin Scraping
- Controlled Substance Management
- Vital Signs
- Emergency and Preventive Care
- Surgical Scrubbing Procedures
- Medication Dispensing
- Instrument Pack Sterilization
- IV Medication Administration
- Surgical Procedures and Support
- Dietary Recommendations
- Infection Control
- Aseptic Techniques
- Lab Operations
- Client Education
- Diagnostic Sampling
- Procedure Support
- Canine and Feline Intubation
- Anesthesia Administration
- Intramuscular Injection
- Treatment Administration
- Vaccinations
- Animal Behavior Observation
- Clinical Research
- Clinical Pathology
- Animal Restraint
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Oxygen Therapy
- Dental Procedures
- Behavioral Assessment
- Pathogen Identification
- Veterinary Medicine
- Microscopy Techniques
- Laboratory Skills
- Radiology Safety
- Specimen Preparation
- Sanitation Protocols
- Parasite Control
- Intravenous Catheterization
- Emergency Care
- Blood Collection
- Euthanasia Procedures
- Rehabilitation Techniques
- Pharmacy Duties
- Patient Monitoring
- Fluid Therapy
- Wound Management
- Medical Record Keeping
- Urinalysis Techniques
- Vaccine Administration
- Staff Training
- Nutritional Counseling
- Laboratory Testing
- Billing and Invoicing
- Appointment Scheduling
- Client Counseling
- Animal Vaccinations
- Treatment and Research Records
- Equipment Sterilization
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Post-Surgical Monitoring
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Surgery and Procedure Preparation
- Drug Inventory Oversight
- Client Relations
- Bathing and Nail Clipping
- Prescription Management
- Intravenous Feedings
- X-Ray Review
- Wound Treatment
- Fluorescein Stain Test
- Heartworm Diagnostic Testing
- General Anesthesia Monitoring
- Medication Labeling
- Patient Positioning
- Ear Sample Collection
- Suture Removal
- Jugular Intravenous Catheterization
- Thoracic and Abdominal Radiograph
- Surgical Assistance
- Anal Sac Expression
- Dental prophylaxis
- Veterinary terminology
- Client communication
- IV fluid therapy
- Bandaging techniques
- Post-operative care
- Animal behavior
- Emergency care
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Catheter placement
- Physical examinations
- Parasite identification
- Vaccine administration
- Animal handling
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Infection control
- Diagnostic imaging
- Wound management
- Patient Recordkeeping
- Customer Billing
- Attention to Detail
- Equipment Preparation
- Supply Ordering and Restocking
- Routine Examinations
- First Aid
- Emergency Response
- Clinical Symptom Monitoring
- Prescription Filling
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Sales and Upselling
- Immunization Administration
- Bookkeeping and Accounting
- Surgical Preparation
- Euthanasia
- Supply Restocking
- Veterinary Office Administration
- Equipment maintenance
- Laboratory procedures
- Patient restraint
- Medical record keeping
- Nutritional counseling
- Urinalysis testing
- Grooming assistance
- Medication administration
- Specimen collection
Certification
- Tennessee, VT0000000989
- Washington, AT60755494
Associations
- National Association of Veterinary Technician in American (NAVTA)
- American Association of Equine Veterinary Technician (AAEVT)
References
- Linda Buehler, 214-536-6323
- Karen Kline, 515-451-5971
- Steve Boskovich, 425-210-3310
- Amanda Pawlik, 203-820-1870
- Marissa Nelson, 425-344-6225
- Delilah Garcia, 360-840-5911
Additional Information
Veterinary Technician Licenses:
Washington - AT 60755494
Tennessee - VT0000000989
Timeline
LVT
Boundary Bay Specialty Hospital
10.2022 - Current
LVT
The Cat Care Clinic
01.2019 - 01.2020
LVT
Northwest Veterinary Clinic Of All 3 Clinics
03.2018 - 10.2022
LVT
Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle
02.2017 - 04.2019
LVMT
Value Vet
01.2016 - 12.2016
Horse Trainer
Peach Tree Farm
03.2014 - 09.2016
LVMT
Martin Farm
04.2008 - 09.2015
Lead LVMT
Crossroads Pet Professionals
10.2007 - 01.2017
Horse Trainer
Willow Blue Farm
01.2000 - 02.2010
Associate of Science - Science
Columbia State Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Columbia State Community College
- Tennessee, VT0000000989
- Washington, AT60755494
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