Matthew Buzzell
Belchertown,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented Veterinary Technician with over 30 years of relevant experience and specific expertise in small animal handling, surgical support, .
I believe in making every animal's and client's experience as stress free as possible in hope to building a better working experience for the practice.
I have always and will continue to try and make a better work environment for my coworkers and employers.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Veterinary Technician
Framingham Animal Hospital
02.2004 - Current
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Supported many veterinarians in private animal clinic.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler. Dental Radiographs.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Preform catheter placement for surgeries and medical treatments, and venipuncture for laboratory testing.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- In charge of controlled substances and inventory
Education
Associate of Arts - Prerequisite Classes For RN Program And Nursing
Middlesex Community College - Bedford
Bedford, MASkills
- Small animal care and treatments
- Catheter placement
- Venipuncture
- Radiography
- Surgical prep and anesthesia
- Dentistry procedures and related radiography
- Controlled Substance Management and related inventory
- Instrument Pack Sterilization
- Reliable and Responsible
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Technician
Framingham Animal Hospital
02.2004 - Current
Associate of Arts - Prerequisite Classes For RN Program And Nursing
Middlesex Community College - Bedford
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