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Registered Veterinary TechnicianWork Type
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Kieu Lien Tran
Hayward,CA
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Summary
Dynamic Veterinary Technician with extensive experience at Omega Pet Intensive Care Unit, excelling in in-house diagnostics and emergency triage. Proven ability to administer medications and fluid therapy while fostering strong client relationships. Skilled in radiology protocols and team collaboration, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments. Reliable Veterinary Technician possessing friendly demeanor and sound judgment to handle diverse daily tasks. Well-versed in preparing surgical equipment, collecting and preparing specimens and performing initial physical assessments. Diverse and versatile professional knowledgeable about animal health and regulatory compliance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Omega Pet Intensive Care Unit (Omega Veterinary Group)
01.2025 - Current
- Shift Lead: Emergency Critical Care / Primary Technician for ICU
- Perform in-house diagnostic blood work including i-Stat, CG4, chemistry panels, complete blood count, packed cell volume, and total solids
- Conduct blood typing and crossmatching for canine and feline transfusion patients
- Conduct urinalysis, blood smears, and ear cytology examinations
- Assist with diagnostic imaging such as radiographs
- Hospitalize patients, including catheter placement and closely following treatment plans provided by DVMs
- Administer medications (subcutaneous, intravenous, intramuscular) with in-depth understanding of antibiotics and analgesics
- Operate hospital equipment including fluid pumps, syringe pumps, and anesthetic machines efficiently
- Communicate with clients professionally, providing clear and respectful updates
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues and veterinarians to ensure optimal patient care
Veterinary Technician
San Francisco Animal Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Intensive Care Unit Assistant supporting emergency hospitalizations
- Administer a variety of medications: IV, IM, and subcutaneous routes
- Provide fluid therapy and constant rate infusions
- Perform emergency triage; prioritize critical patient cases
- Monitor vital signs and communicate status with DVMs regarding triage cases
- Update clients respectfully regarding patient care and condition
Lead Veterinary Technician
Banfield Pet Hospital
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Supervised multiple surgical procedures under anesthesia: ovariohysterectomy, castrations, splenectomy, rhinoplasty, TPLO, dental cleanings, gastropexy
- Administered vaccines and placed intravenous catheters for fluids and medications
- Collected urine samples via cystocentesis and urinary catheters
- Properly and safely restrained patients; capable of lifting 65+ pounds
- Maintained respectful, professional communication with clients
- Skilled in radiology procedures and protocols
- Performed laboratory diagnostics including urine sediment evaluation, blood smear analysis, and PCV/TP measurement
Front Desk and Call Center Receptionist
UCSF Pediatric Evening Referral Clinic
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted patient registration and updated medical records
- Provided instruments and support to doctors during patient visits
- Confirmed prescriptions and entered accurate insurance information using Apex software
Hotel Associate
Petsmart Hotel
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Maintained safe and engaging camp environment for dogs
- Sanitation and safety of all guests
- Administered guest dietary and medical needs
MyCoach App Intern
Beyond 12
05.2015 - 01.2017
- Utilized MySQL to improve the MyCoach mobile application
- Inputted data into dashboard to assist management and reporting
- Organized project timelines and module delivery schedules
Education
Registered Veterinary Technician License -
VASE Program
12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Emphasis in Zoology
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA05.2019
Skills
- In-house diagnostic testing
- Blood typing
- Crossmatching
- Medication administration
- Fluid therapy
- Emergency triage
- Patient monitoring
- Radiology protocols
- Imaging assistance
- Client communication
- Team collaboration
- Laboratory techniques
- Specimen preparation
- Software: Apex
- Software: MySQL
- Electronic medical records - Instinct, Ezyvet, VetRadar
Additional Information
Ability to lift and safely handle animals up to 65+ pounds, Licensed Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) as of December 2025
Research And Activities
- Lab Assistant, Gretchen Lebuhn Hymenoptera Lab, 01/19, Present, Participate in fieldwork to collect hymenoptera specimens, Identify and organize species samples for analysis, Prepare specimens via dry mount and pinning for preservation and research
- Research Intern, NeuroNex Bioluminescence Research (National Science Foundation), 03/19, 04/19, Conducted research at Brown University exploring neurological applications of bioluminescence, Presented medical applications of bioluminescence derived from marine organisms, Extracted luciferin to catalyze enzymatic reactions with luciferase, Performed microscopic dissection of lamprey spinal cord to inject luciferase and trace neuron signaling
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Omega Pet Intensive Care Unit (Omega Veterinary Group)
01.2025 - Current
Veterinary Technician
San Francisco Animal Medical Center
01.2023 - 03.2025
Lead Veterinary Technician
Banfield Pet Hospital
06.2019 - 01.2023
Front Desk and Call Center Receptionist
UCSF Pediatric Evening Referral Clinic
04.2018 - 05.2019
Hotel Associate
Petsmart Hotel
01.2017 - 03.2018
MyCoach App Intern
Beyond 12
05.2015 - 01.2017
Registered Veterinary Technician License -
VASE Program
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Emphasis in Zoology
San Francisco State University