Leslie Kessinger
Aurora,IL
Summary
Experienced Certified Veterinary Technician with 20 years experience of working in the veterinary industry. Skilled in fostering relationships with clients and expertly handling animal companions to maximize veterinary visit experience. Strong communication skills-adept at problem solving and providing top-tier customer service.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Veterinary Technician
Uptown Animal Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Animal Health Technician
Northwestern University
04.2020 - 05.2023
Certified Veterinary Technician
Banfield Pet Hospital
05.2019 - 04.2020
Certified Veterinary Technician
Wheatland Animal Hospital
03.2014 - 05.2019
Veterinary Technician Extern
West Suburban Veterinary Associates
05.2013 - 08.2013
Veterinary Technician
BrightHeart Veterinary Network/ Arboretum View Animal Hospital
07.2010 - 02.2011
Veterinary Assistant
South Carolina Veterinary Emergency Care
02.2005 - 11.2008
Veterinary Assistant
Advanced Veterinary Hospital
07.2004 - 02.2005
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Medical Technology
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL05.2014
Associate of Science (A.S - Biology
Central Carolina Technical College
Sumter, SC08.2008
Skills
- Dental Radiology
- Veterinary Dentistry
- Lab Operations
- Compassionate Care
- Diagnostic Sampling
- Controlled Substance Management
- Lab Animal Restraint
- Clinical Research
- Reliable and Responsible
- Preventive Care
- Hospital Operations
- Maintain Controlled Drug Inventory
Accomplishments
- Updated veterinary office and laboratory procedures in alignment with veterinary medicine developments and technology.
- Developed and implemented laboratory procedures and best practices, training guidelines and safety protocols.
- Supervised team of 7 staff members.
Affiliations
Member of American Legion Mar 2022
Certification
- ALAT - Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician
- Fear Free Certified
Timeline
Lead Veterinary Technician
Uptown Animal Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Animal Health Technician
Northwestern University
04.2020 - 05.2023
Certified Veterinary Technician
Banfield Pet Hospital
05.2019 - 04.2020
Certified Veterinary Technician
Wheatland Animal Hospital
03.2014 - 05.2019
Veterinary Technician Extern
West Suburban Veterinary Associates
05.2013 - 08.2013
Veterinary Technician
BrightHeart Veterinary Network/ Arboretum View Animal Hospital
07.2010 - 02.2011
Veterinary Assistant
South Carolina Veterinary Emergency Care
02.2005 - 11.2008
Veterinary Assistant
Advanced Veterinary Hospital
07.2004 - 02.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Medical Technology
Joliet Junior College
Associate of Science (A.S - Biology
Central Carolina Technical College
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