Mandy Sutherlin
Ignacio,CO
Summary
Adept Veterinary Technician with a proven track record at Kindness Animal Hospital, showcasing exceptional skills in anesthesia administration and patient care. Leveraged expertise in animal behavior observation and surgical assistance to enhance patient outcomes. Known for outstanding client service, contributing to high satisfaction and repeat visits. Demonstrates a strong blend of technical proficiency and compassionate care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Kindness Animal Hospital
Durango, CO
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted initial exams on pets, took vital signs and collected samples for lab.
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Collected samples of bodily fluids to analyze for parasites or other diseases.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Monitored food intake levels of hospitalized patients ensuring they received adequate nutrition while under care.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
- Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.
- Educated clients on proper animal nutrition and preventive health care techniques.
- Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in veterinary practices such as cages, examination tables, autoclaves.
- Observed behavioral characteristics of animals in order to provide insight into possible illnesses or changes in behavior.
- Tracked and scheduled follow-up appointments for animal treatment.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Observed animal physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
- Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls outside normal business hours.
- Assisted veterinarian with surgical procedures by assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
- Performed routine laboratory procedures for hematology, urinalysis and serology.
- Provided postoperative care for animals recovering from surgery including providing pain management treatments.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Conducted regular inspections of kennel areas to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Lead Firearm Sales Representative
Goods for the Woods
10.2022 - Current
- Responsible for receiving, inspecting, documenting and cataloguing new and used firearms
- Position required acute attention to detail to maintain Federal Firearm License
- Also responsible for marketing, sales, customer service and customer interaction
Owner
Bear Arsenal, LLC
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Conceptualized, constructed and operated successful firearms business
- Business maintains and operates following successful sale
- As successful business owner, was responsible for marketing, cliental acquisition, sales, documentation, ordering and maintaining physical infrastructure of business
Manager
Colorado Gunfighter
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Managed successful full service firearms retail location
- Managed training programs, conducted inventory control and lead sales team in ordering, cataloguing and documenting
Company Manager
Fieldcraft Survival
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Responsible for managing startup company supplying equipment to first responders
- Company is currently one of the top suppliers in the United States
- Responsible for marketing, sales, app development, travel management and other duties as needed
Receptionist
Bayfield Chiropractic
06.2006 - 05.2008
- Responsible for scheduling, billing, patient reception, cleaning and patient monitoring
Veterinarian Technician (Certified)
Durango Animal Hospital
01.2005 - 06.2006
- Responsible for patient admittance, emergency on call services, laboratory analysis and reporting
Education
BS - Wildlife Biology, Soil Sciences, fish biology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, ColoradoMaster of Science - Veterinary Science
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZSkills
- Physical examination
- Halter placement
- Intravenous injection
- Recumbency restraint
- Injectable agent induction
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Tail restraint
- Gram-stained slide preparation
- Gowning and gloving procedures
- Animal restraint
- Animal examination
- Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
- Cytocentesis
- Procedure billing
- Animal handling
- Surgical preparation
- Nutritional counseling
- Anesthesia administration
- Heartworm diagnostic testing
- Dental procedures
- X-ray review
- Medication labeling
- Explaining treatment
- Radiology safety
- Surgical scrubbing procedures
- Ear sample collection
- Wound management
- Maintain controlled drug inventory
- Animal behavior observation
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Controlled substance management
- Restraint pole use
- Infection control
- Anal sac expression
- Sanitation protocols
- Oral and topical medication administration
- Aseptic techniques
- Euthanasia procedures
- Fluorescein stain test
- Spay and neuter surgeries
- Medication dispensing
- Intravenous catheterization
- Surgical assistance
- Treatment administration
- Medical record-keeping
- Suture removal
- Specimen preparation
- Parasite control
- Administering first aid
- Microscopy techniques
- Emergency care
- Urinalysis techniques
- Pharmacy duties
- Pathogen identification
- Fluid therapy
- IV placement
References
Sheryl Quinones, Lead Veterinary Tech and manager at Kimdness Animal Hospital (818)645-8563
- J Allen McCaw, Forest Engineer, BPMD Superfund Lead Engineer, (970) 799-2462, allen.mccaw@usda.com
- JJ Rouzauin, Owner Colorado Gunfighter, (970) 203-5945, ffl@coloradogunfighter.com
Affiliations Athletics Other
- Colorado State University Women’s Shotgun Team (Inaugural Member)
- Federal Firearm Licensed
- Agriculture Research Development Education Center - Soil Lab Technician
Professional Highlights
- Division of Wildlife Biologist – Idaho Department of Game and Fish
- Division of Wildlife Biologist – Colorado Parks and Wildlife
- Owner – Bear Arsenal, LLC
- Veterinarian Technician – Durango Animal Hospital
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Kindness Animal Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Lead Firearm Sales Representative
Goods for the Woods
10.2022 - Current
Owner
Bear Arsenal, LLC
05.2020 - 06.2022
Manager
Colorado Gunfighter
05.2017 - 05.2020
Company Manager
Fieldcraft Survival
05.2017 - 05.2018
Receptionist
Bayfield Chiropractic
06.2006 - 05.2008
Veterinarian Technician (Certified)
Durango Animal Hospital
01.2005 - 06.2006
BS - Wildlife Biology, Soil Sciences, fish biology
Colorado State University
Master of Science - Veterinary Science
Penn Foster College
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