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Kris Littlewood

Summary

Compassionate and responsible professional with sound knowledge of veterinary medical procedures and animal care techniques. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Technician

First Light Technology
Poultney, Vermont
05.2025 - Current
  • Performed machine set-up activities prior to start up of production run.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while operating machinery.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily production goals.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Followed detailed instructions from engineering personnel during production runs.
  • Conducted quality checks on finished products to ensure accuracy.
  • Assisted in training other technicians on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
  • Maintained a clean work area by disposing of waste materials properly.
  • Developed new processes for improved efficiency in production.
  • Identified problems within the assembly line and implemented solutions accordingly.

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Castleton Corners Veterinary Clinic
Bomoseen, Vermont
11.2023 - 06.2024
  • Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures on animals, such as spaying and neutering.
  • Monitored vital signs of animals during surgery.
  • I prepared the operating room for surgery by setting up and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
  • Provided anesthesia to animals prior to, during, and after surgery.
  • Observed post-operative patients for any changes in condition or behavior.
  • Performed laboratory tests, including urinalysis, fecal analysis, and blood work, as directed by the veterinarian.

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Rutland Veterinary Clinic At Castleton Corners
Bomoseen, VT
09.2016 - 11.2023
  • Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, surgeries and recovery
  • Educated clients on animal health, preventative care and surgical procedures
  • Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes into surgical packs for autoclave sterilization
  • Presented information on animal health and preventative care to clients
  • Handled hospital inventory and tracking
  • Provided direct care for animal patients in post-operative recovery, closely monitoring vital signs and progress
  • Triage incoming patients arriving for scheduled appointments or on emergent bases to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Rutland Veterinary Clinic And Surgical Center
Rutland City, VT
06.2019 - 03.2022
  • Emergency LVT for overnight shifts
  • Phone triage and call management
  • Give appropriate Emergency Veterinary Hospitals according to needs
  • Help owners with what is an emergency vs waiting for their DVM.
  • Preformed all other LVT duties as necessary.

Licenced Veterinary Technician

Granville Small Animal Hospital
Granville, New York
05.2012 - 08.2015
Performed physical examinations and recorded case history. Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment. Performed routine laboratory procedures such as hematology, microbiology, parasitology, cytology, blood chemistry, coprology, urinalysis and serology. Reviewed vaccination records, and prepare and administer vaccinations according to clinic protocols. Monitored patient vital signs during surgical procedures. Performed dental procedures, including smoothing, filing, polishing, and removal of calculus, soft deposits, plaque and stains. Administered and applied treatments, drugs, oxygen therapy and medications. Prepared animals for surgery, including clipping, scrubbing, and disinfecting operative site. Operated x-ray machines and exposed radio graphic films. Prepared and labeled medications and informed client of administration techniques. 

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

VTSU Castleton
Castleton, VT
05-2028

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technician

Vermont Technical College
2013

Skills

  • Patient rapport
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Recovery-oriented care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Record keeping
  • Self motivation
  • Encouragement and motivation
  • Detail-orientated
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Teamwork
  • First Aid/CPR

Affiliations

Vermont Veterinary Technicians Association, New York State Association of Veterinary Technicians

Accomplishments

I am a compassionate person that cares for all people. I am a hard worker and very willing to learn. Currently I am in Nursing school and would like to learn to work with all types of patients and find ways to connect with everyone.

Timeline

Technician

First Light Technology
05.2025 - Current

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Castleton Corners Veterinary Clinic
11.2023 - 06.2024

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Rutland Veterinary Clinic And Surgical Center
06.2019 - 03.2022

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Rutland Veterinary Clinic At Castleton Corners
09.2016 - 11.2023

Licenced Veterinary Technician

Granville Small Animal Hospital
05.2012 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

VTSU Castleton

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technician

Vermont Technical College