Megan Eldridge

*Telemedicine triage via chat and video platform;

-discuss member concerns and pet symptoms

-determine which animals are critical and need immediate veterinary care

-determine non-life threatening situations and educate pet owners on the next best course of action

-provide recommendations for heartworm, flea/tick prevention

• Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of dogs or cats coming in to the shelter
• Promoted parasite protection and quality nutrition for all shelter animals.
• Reduced stress for all housed shelter animals utilizing fear free handling techniques and creating a comfortable atmosphere.
• Maintained medical records and made sure all animals were current on vaccines and ready to be adopted
• Daily care of canine and feline shelter pets including identifying problems of concern, medicating and socializing
• Free free-shelter certified

• Analyzed data from toxicology protocols to determine possible adverse effects of exposure to hazardous substances and medications
• Advised pet owners on diagnosis and treatment options for patients exposed to potentially dangerous substances.
• Efficiently collect important information regarding patient and their owner for case documentation
• Apply mathematics to calculate dosages of ingested medications in reference to pets size to determine toxicity levels
• Discuss specifics of toxicology consult with veterinary medical professionals

• Triage and manage incoming emergencies and routine appointments
• Surgical induction, monitoring and recovery
• Perform treatments on hospitalized patients
• Use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of in-house Idexx laboratory equipment (Procyte, Catalyst One, Catalyst DX, Snapshot DX, Snap PRO, Sedivue, UA analyzer)
• Client communication and maintenance of accurate records using Cornerstone software
• Perform dental prophylaxis utilizing digital dental radiography
• Obtain urine samples as ordered via ultrasound guided cystocentesis
• Jugular, cephalic, and saphenous venipuncture
• Obtain radiography as ordered utilizing proper technique
• Restraint and assist DVM as necessary.

• Triage and manage incoming emergencies and routine appointments
• Surgical induction, monitoring and recovery
• Perform treatments on hospitalized patients
• Use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of in-house Idexx laboratory equipment (Procyte, Catalyst One, Catalyst DX, Snapshot DX, Snap PRO, Sedivue, UA analyzer)
• Client communication and maintenance of accurate records using Cornerstone software
• Perform dental prophylaxis utilizing digital dental radiography
• Obtain urine samples as ordered via ultrasound guided cystocentesis
• Jugular, cephalic, and saphenous venipuncture
• Obtain radiography as ordered utilizing proper technique
• Restraint and assist DVM as necessary.

• Perform dental prophylaxis on canine and feline patients
• Perform anesthesia induction, maintenance, and monitoring including; endotracheal intubation, drug dose calculations per DVM order, fluid and emergency drug doses, and recovery
• Perform urine collection via cystocentesis or urinary catheterization
• Perform venipuncture including canine and feline jugular, saphenous, medial saphenous, and cephalic
• Perform IV catheterization using cephalic, saphenous, or medial saphenous veins on canine, feline, or lagomorph patients
• Perform nursing care on hospitalized patients including TPR, BP, IV, IM or SQ medication/fluid administration, and oxygen cage monitoring
• Perform triage and intake for routine and sick patient visits
• Assist DVM and fellow technicians in exam rooms including; restraint, client education or demonstration, venipuncture, maintaining patient charges, and maintaining medical notes in Cornerstone
• Obtain digital radiographs using Idexx webpacs system
• Perform in house lab testing using Idexx laboratory equipment as well as machine maintenance including; Catalyst, Sedivue, UA analyzer, Snapshot DX, SnapPro, and Procyte
• Maintain inventory for treatment and surgical areas of the hospital.

• Emergency department technician responsible for patient triage, including stabilization and/or CPCR on critical cases
• Venipuncture including intravenous peripheral and central jugular line placement
• Anesthetic monitoring and assistance with surgical procedures through ER department including intubation and troubleshooting
• Client communication from triage and history through estimate and discharge instructions
• Technical supervisor in charge of writing and implementing policies/procedures
• Running in house lab work including idexx; procyte, catalyst, vetstat, snap pro, coag analyzer, urinalysis/sedimentation.

• Emergency triage and stabilization of critical patients including endotracheal intubation, venous access, CPCR, bolus administration, mannitol administration
• Critical Care Unit Nurse (level IV of V) responsible for monitoring and treating up to 18 critical patients at one time including ventilator and exotic cases
• Central and peripheral intravenous line placement
• Administer blood product (whole blood, packed red blood cells, fresh frozen plasma, platelets) transfusion/monitor for reactions
• Place indwelling urinary catheter using aseptic technique
• Tracheostomy tube care and maintenance
• Chest tube care and maintenance including use of (pleuro-vac) continuous suction
• Specimen collection for lab work including urine via cystocentesis or sterile urinary catheter placement, and blood via jugular vein, peripheral vein, or arterial sampling device
• Run emergency blood work including packed cell volume/total solids, blood type, PT/PTT, NOVA panels, Parvo SNAP, and 4DX SNAP
• Inpatient ward medical record transcription and maintenance via in house computer system (SIGNATURE)
• Calculate and administer CRI’S.

• Perform venipuncture (cephalic, lateral and medial saphenous, jugular), IV catheter placement, and IM SQ IV injections
• Assist and monitor patients during surgical procedures
• Manage office visits and assist DVM as needed, including restraint, handling caution pets, invoicing, filling prescriptions, nail trims, ear cleaning, preparing and reading ear smears, reading skin scrapes
• Perform routine technician procedures including digital radiography, manual CBC differentials, running in house lab work on Lasercyte and Chemistry analyzer, PCV/TP, in house urinalysis, preparing samples for outside laboratories, Alphatrak glucose monitor, suture and/or bandage removal, restraint for ultrasound studies
• Provide routine nursing care for hospitalized patients and outpatients including IV fluid administration, SQ fluid administration, force and/or hand feed, and administer ordered medications
• Organized dental health month for entire clinic including dental report cards and take home dental kits
• Organized and maintained client education binders for every exam room.

• Perform routine technician procedures including restraint, IV SQ IM injections, venipuncture, nursing care, standard radiography, in house lab testing (chemistry profiles, CBC, 4DX, T4, ACTH stimulation, fecal analysis, pcv/tp, ptt/pt), preparing samples for outside laboratories
• Order inventory and maintain within computer system
• Perform routine front office tasks including client communications, schedule and maintain busy appointment book, fill and dispense medications, check patients in and discharge them, and maintain organized collection of patient records and paperwork.

• Return inquiries for new students, schedule and manage barn tours, first lessons and explain available payment options/package's
• Assisted in the training of horses, including ground work and under saddle
• Provided lessons to riders of all ages and skill levels.
• Instructed students on proper horse care, grooming, tacking up, and saddling techniques.
• Demonstrated correct riding form Hunter/Jumper dressage, and western pleasure
• Developed individualized lesson plans for each student based on their experience level and goals.
• Monitored progress of students through regular assessments and evaluations.
• Maintained accurate records of attendance and performance metrics.
• Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during lessons and other activities involving horses.
• Managed the daily care of multiple horses in the barn including feeding, watering, turn out, in, cleaning stalls, paddocks and administering medications as needed.
• Responded quickly to any emergencies or injuries that occurred in the barn or during lessons and rides.
• Organized weekly group rides with varying difficulty levels depending on the rider's ability level.
• Conducted trail rides with groups of up to 10 riders at a time while ensuring everyone was safe throughout the ride.
• Provided guidance to new students regarding basic horsemanship skills such as grooming and tacking up.
• Performed minor repairs around the barn such as replacing broken fence boards or tightening loose screws.
• Assisted in teaching special events such as birthday parties or summer camps for children interested in learning about horses.
• Participated in local competitions and Hunter paces
• Paired rider with equine partner for lessons based on temperament, personality and experience.
• Built positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and administrators.