Kylie Conrad
Lake Villa,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented Veterinary Technician with 5 years of relevant experience and specific interest in Surgery procedures. Recognized for dedication to excellent animal care and client service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Deerfield Animal Care Center
05.2020 - Current
- Promoted animal health through vaccination programs, routine examinations, and preventive treatments.
- Ensured timely response to emergencies by providing immediate triage assessments and administering first aid when needed.
- Educated pet owners on proper animal care practices, contributing to better long-term pet health outcomes.
- Reduced patient stress during visits by utilizing low-stress handling techniques and creating a comfortable atmosphere.
- Increased the accuracy of diagnoses by proficiently operating various laboratory equipment for sample analysis.
- Offered support to grieving clients during end-of-life discussions and euthanasia procedures, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Assisted veterinarians with surgical procedures, ensuring proper anesthesia administration and monitoring vital signs.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Conducted dental cleanings and radiographs under veterinarian supervision to maintain oral health in patients.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during postoperative care.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Created client education materials for hospital services.
Veterinary Assistant
Gilmer Road Animal Hospital
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
- Contributed teamwork flexibility adaptability willingness learn new skills support colleagues achieve practice goals objectives.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
Kennel Worker
TOPS Kennel
12.2017 - 05.2020
- Promoted a safe environment for both employees and animals by consistently following established workplace safety protocols.
- Demonstrated compassion toward all animals in our care regardless of breed or background while treating them with respect and dignity.
- Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
- Cared for physical and psychological needs of animals with regular walks and playtime.
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
Education
General Studies
College of Lake County
Grayslake, ILAssociate of Science - Veterinary Technology
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL05.2023
High School Diploma -
Grayslake North High School
Grayslake, IL05.2018
Skills
- Medical History Collection
- Client Education
- Clear Communication
- Surgical Assistance
- General Anesthesia Monitoring
- Animal Handling
- Vital Signs
- Pharmacy Duties
- Radiographic Imaging
- Vaccine Administration
- Fluid Therapy
- Intravenous Catheterization
- Anesthesia Administration
- Surgery and Procedure Preparation
- Post-Surgical Monitoring
- Treatment Administration
- Controlled Substance Management
- Infection Control
- Instrument Pack Sterilization
- Dental Procedures
- Canine and Feline Intubation
- Euthanasia Procedures
- Microscopy Techniques
- Drug Inventory Oversight
- Staff Training
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Deerfield Animal Care Center
05.2020 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Gilmer Road Animal Hospital
02.2019 - 03.2020
Kennel Worker
TOPS Kennel
12.2017 - 05.2020
General Studies
College of Lake County
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
St. Petersburg College
High School Diploma -
Grayslake North High School
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