Emergency Veterinary Technician
Blue Pearl Pet Hospital
- Facilitated client understanding of discharge instructions for at-home pet care following medical procedures or hospitalizations.
- Streamlined workflow processes to optimize efficiency within the emergency department.
- Monitored vital signs during anesthesia induction, surgery, and post-operative recovery periods for safe procedures.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, ensuring they were comfortable during treatments and procedures.
- Collaborated with the veterinary team to ensure seamless communication and coordination during emergencies.
- Prepared surgical suites, ensuring proper sterilization of equipment and adherence to aseptic techniques.
- Adapted effectively to fast-paced working environments requiring critical thinking and problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing diagnostic tests for accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Contributed to overall clinic success through active participation in staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
- Supported veterinarians in conducting emergency surgeries on various species with precision and accuracy.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate emergency care to critically ill animals.
- Reduced stress levels in hospitalized animals by maintaining a clean, quiet, and organized environment.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients through empathetic communication and support during difficult decisions regarding their pets'' health statuses.
