Lena Bartlett
Parkville,MD
Summary
Dedicated Surgery Technician with over 10 years expertise in anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, and client education. Proven ability to maintain sterile environments and manage time efficiently during procedures.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgery Technician
Carney Animal Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted surgeons during operations by passing instruments, retracting tissue, cutting sutures and suctioning fluids.
- Assisted veterinarians during surgical procedures while maintaining sterile environments.
- Monitored anesthesia levels and vital signs throughout operations.
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for diverse animal surgeries.
- Coordinated surgery schedules with veterinary staff to ensure timely operations.
- Documented patient records accurately before and after surgical procedures.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care to promote recovery and wellbeing.
- Cleaned OR suites between cases utilizing proper disinfection techniques according to standards of practice.
- Organized daily tasks to maximize productivity during shifts. while multi-tasking various assignments throughout shift hours.
Vet Technician
Fredrick Road Veterinary Hospital
Catonsville, Maryland
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Prepared and administered medications according to veterinary staff instructions.
- Dispensed medications, monitored drug reactions and provided client education on medication administration.
- Educated pet owners on proper animal care and post-treatment instructions.
- Collected samples for diagnostic testing under supervision of veterinarians.
- Maintained clean and organized examination rooms and surgical areas.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment for the clinic.
- Managed patient records including entering data into computer system, filing paperwork and updating information.
- Supported veterinary staff in training new technicians and interns.
Senior Surgery Technician
Animal Dental Cnter
Baltimore, Maryland
01.2015 - 07.2019
- Monitored animal vitals throughout surgical procedures.
- Maintained a sterile environment in the surgery area.
- Assisted veterinarians during dental surgeries and treatments.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments on assigned patients including vital signs, height and weight measurements and allergy history review.
- Documented patient records and surgical procedures accurately.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care instructions.
- Managed inventory of surgical supplies and equipment.
- Cleaned OR suites between cases utilizing proper disinfection techniques according to standards of practice.
Vet Technician
Veterinarian Dermatology Center
08.2012 - 11.2014
- Collected diagnostic samples under veterinarian supervision, ensuring accuracy for effective patient care.
- Dispensed medications, monitored drug reactions and provided client education on medication administration.
- Educated clients on preventive healthcare measures, enhancing pet well-being through proper nutrition, grooming, and parasite control.
- Educated pet owners on proper animal care and post-treatment instructions.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring readiness for efficient clinic operations.
- Supported veterinary staff in training new technicians and interns.
Skills
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Anesthesia administration
- Surgical assistance
- Sterile maintenance
- Record documentation
- Client education
- Multi-tasking
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
Timeline
Surgery Technician
Carney Animal Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Vet Technician
Fredrick Road Veterinary Hospital
06.2019 - 02.2020
Senior Surgery Technician
Animal Dental Cnter
01.2015 - 07.2019
Vet Technician
Veterinarian Dermatology Center
08.2012 - 11.2014