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Krisa Guerrero

Houston

Summary

Detail-oriented Veterinary Technician with 8 years of relevant experience and specific expertise in Diagnostic Imaging. Adept at assisting in surgeries, administering treatments, and providing compassionate care. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Shelter Technician

Harris County Pets
04.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
  • Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • 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.
  • Developed training program for new technicians, enhancing skill set and efficiency of clinic team.
  • Assisted veterinarians in surgeries, ensuring procedures were carried out smoothly and effectively.
  • Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
  • Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
  • Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
  • Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
  • Developed education initiatives to educate animal owners on Heartworm Disease.
  • Assisted veterinarians in performing complex surgical procedures, ensuring the careful monitoring of anesthesia levels and patient vitals throughout surgery.
  • Advanced animal welfare by participating in community outreach programs such as vaccination clinics or spay/neuter initiatives.

Diagnostic Imaging Technician/CST

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialist
03.2022 - Current
  • Restrain companion and exotic animals for procedures such as ultrasounds, echocardiograms and radiographs
  • Calculate drug orders and administering sedation
  • Monitor patients under general sedation
  • Organize appointments, obtain patient history from different clinics and work directly with radiologist interns to oversee their schedules for the day
  • Triage emergency cases upon arrival

Veterinary Assistant

Banfield
04.2021 - 02.2022
  • Performed laboratory tests
  • Collected sterile laboratory samples
  • Monitored animals under general anesthesia
  • Performed Dental Prophylaxis on companion animals
  • Restrained animals for procedures
  • Triaged patients
  • Administered medications and vaccinations for dogs and cats
  • Provided general client education and intake of animals upon arrival

Veterinary Assistant

Telephone Road Dog & Cat Hospital
05.2017 - 08.2020
  • Performed laboratory tests, such as heartworm test, parvo test and urinalysis
  • Collected sterile laboratory samples, including blood, fecal and urine
  • Monitored animals under general anesthesia and assisted in surgeries such as spays/neuters, closures and removals
  • Restrained animals for procedures and exams
  • Development of radiographs
  • Administered medications along with general husbandry for dogs and cats
  • Provided general client education

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology

Vet Tech Institute of Houston
Houston, TX
12.2021

General Education -

Lone Star College System North Harris
Houston, TX
12.2017

General Education -

Schreiner University
Kerrville, TX
05.2017

High School Diploma -

Saint Pius X High School
Houston, TX
05.2014

Skills

  • Venipuncture
  • Administration of injections
  • Administration of medications
  • IV catherization
  • Cystocentesis
  • Urinalysis evaluation
  • Cytology collection
  • Cytology analysis
  • Common drugs in veterinary practice
  • Companion animal restraint
  • Companion animal handling
  • Intubation
  • Companion animal husbandry
  • Companion animal medical care
  • Practice management
  • Receptionist abilities
  • Surgical assistance
  • Vaccine administration
  • General anesthesia monitoring
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • IV medication administration
  • Surgical preparation
  • Anesthesia administration
  • Suture removal
  • Euthanasia procedures
  • Fluid therapy
  • Wound treatment
  • Emergency care
  • Closed-chest CPR
  • Gowning and gloving procedures

Timeline

Shelter Technician

Harris County Pets
04.2024 - Current

Diagnostic Imaging Technician/CST

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialist
03.2022 - Current

Veterinary Assistant

Banfield
04.2021 - 02.2022

Veterinary Assistant

Telephone Road Dog & Cat Hospital
05.2017 - 08.2020

General Education -

Lone Star College System North Harris

General Education -

Schreiner University

High School Diploma -

Saint Pius X High School

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology

Vet Tech Institute of Houston

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