Makayla Carlsen
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Veterinary Technician with 9 years of experience in animal healthcare. Very passionate and dedicated to helping all types of animals. Skilled in multiple areas of the small animal field. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Paws And Claws Veterinary Clinic
2015.02 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by performing diagnostic tests and analyzing results for accurate diagnosis.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to patients, promoting their overall well-being and comfort during treatment.
- Administered medications and vaccinations as prescribed by the veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration.
- Educated pet owners on preventive care measures, leading to healthier pets and fewer medical issues.
- Maintained detailed patient records, allowing for efficient communication between team members and streamlined care processes.
- Handled emergency situations with a calm demeanor, providing critical support to veterinarians during life-saving interventions.
- Assisted with diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs or ultrasounds, enabling accurate diagnoses and treatments.
- Performed laboratory tasks such as blood draws and sample analysis efficiently within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies to maintain adequate stock levels while minimizing waste.
- Improved client satisfaction through clear communication regarding pet health status updates.
- Provided exceptional customer service both face-to-face interactions with clients as well as phone inquiries.
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
Accountant Assistant
Metco Landscape
2019.01 - 2019.05
- Streamlined accounts payable processes for timely vendor payments and reduced errors.
- Improved efficiency by maintaining accurate records and supporting documentation for financial transactions.
- Collaborated with accounting team members to complete projects efficiently and meet deadlines consistently.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive financial data, adhering to company policies and industry best practices.
Commercial Parts Delivery Driver
FleetPride
2017.09 - 2018.02
- Improved delivery efficiency by planning optimal routes and adhering to strict time schedules.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment for customer satisfaction, by double-checking parts against invoices before delivery.
- Enhanced vehicle safety with routine maintenance checks and immediate reporting of any issues to the supervisor.
- Increased team productivity by assisting with warehouse tasks during downtime or when needed.
- Maintained detailed records of deliveries, including mileage logs and fuel expenses, for accurate expense tracking.
Manager
Quiznos
2012.03 - 2016.09
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly and professionally.
- Streamlined food preparation processes for increased efficiency and reduced waste.
- Assessed inventory levels regularly, maintaining optimal stock to prevent shortages or surplus.
- Trained new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices for exceptional service delivery.
- Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Horizon High School
Brighton, CO05.2014
Skills
- Medical Record-Keeping
- Sample Collection
- Patient Monitoring
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Preventative Care
- Euthanasia procedures
- IV catheter placement
- Animal restraint
- Vaccine administration
- Client education
- Nail Trimming
- Intravenous Injection
- Vital Signs
- Canine and Feline Intubation
- General Anesthesia Monitoring
- Post-Surgical Monitoring
- Closed-Chest CPR
- Laboratory Testing
- Medication Dispensing
Certification
Certified through CACVT
Registered through DORA
Timeline
Accountant Assistant
Metco Landscape
2019.01 - 2019.05
Commercial Parts Delivery Driver
FleetPride
2017.09 - 2018.02
Registered Veterinary Technician
Paws And Claws Veterinary Clinic
2015.02 - Current
Manager
Quiznos
2012.03 - 2016.09
High School Diploma -
Horizon High School
Certified through CACVT
Registered through DORA
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