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Matthew S. Terrill

Belvidere,IL

Summary

An enthusiastic individual experienced in analyzing issues and finding effective solutions as well as developing preventative maintenance. Offering an engaging and pleasant personality with expertise in building customer relationships. Outstanding diagnostics skills. Quick learning and adaptable, enjoy adding and developing new skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervising Technician

Animal Emergency Clinic
02.2011 - Current
  • Care for animals in emergent and hospitalized conditions
  • Communicated with clients with regard to patient status updates and client education related to patient diagnosis.
  • Maintenance and quality control of all in-house diagnostic, laboratory, surgical, and monitoring equipment
  • Management of technician staff
  • Shift management of technician, kennel, and reception staff
  • Work with management team in development/revision of clinic protocols; particularly in the area of in-house diagnostic procedures, equipment handling, and isolation/contamination management.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
  • Observed equipment operation to diagnose and troubleshoot reported issues.
  • Applied critical thinking and research to address complex issues.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
  • Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
  • Addressed routine equipment maintenance according to established schedule.
  • Performed complex mechanical alignments and equipment calibration to meet quality standards.
  • Mentored junior technicians in maintenance, repair and reporting duties.
  • Drafted preventive maintenance schedule to support equipment longevity.
  • Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.

Veterinary Technician

Dane County Humane Society
09.2010 - 07.2012
  • Dedicated vet tech for off-site, high volume spay/neuter program
  • Induced anesthesia and prepped animals for surgery,
  • Coordinated volunteers for surgical assistance and recovery of patients.
  • Managed and maintained equipment, instruments, and drugs.
  • Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technician

Vet Tech Institute At Fox College
Tinley Park, IL
06.2009

Skills

  • Health and Safety Regulations
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Complex Repairs
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Overseeing Technicians
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Equipment Safety
  • Minor Carpentry
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Staff Training

Timeline

Supervising Technician

Animal Emergency Clinic
02.2011 - Current

Veterinary Technician

Dane County Humane Society
09.2010 - 07.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technician

Vet Tech Institute At Fox College
Matthew S. Terrill