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MEGAN ZOELLICK

Shell Lake,WI

Summary

Certified Veterinary Assistant experienced in delivering compassionate care and maintaining safe kennel environments. Contributed to animal well-being through effective handling, feeding, and exercise routines while ensuring high standards in veterinary procedures including venipuncture, intubation, and surgical preparation.

Overview

1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Kennel Technician / Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician

Old Town Animal Hospital
Katy, TX
01.2021 - Current

Assisted with hands-on care and support for canine and feline patients through effective animal handling and restraint procedures. Provided medication and vaccine support for patients while maintaining sanitation and infection control duties. Performed dental radiography, including dental scaling and polishing services.

Performed venipuncture and blood draws using jugular, cephalic, and lateral saphenous veins.

Performed Executed IV catheter placements to ensure effective fluid therapy. with sterile technique and patient safety focus.

Managed canine and feline intubation procedures using established airway management protocols.

Managed diagnostic radiography procedures, producing x-rays with appropriate patient positioning and image capture.

Coordinated surgical patient preparation processes to maintain readiness for surgical procedures.

Prepared and drew up analgesic/pain, antiemetic/anti-nausea, and injectable anesthetic medication to support medication administration readiness.

Assisted with animal handling and restraint procedures to provide patient care. Supported vaccine administration and follow-up protocols for animal health. Maintained kennel sanitation and implemented infection-control measures.

Kennel Technician; promoted to Veterinary Assistant

St. Francis Animal Hospital
Houston, TX
11.2019 - 12.2020
  • Kennel Technician: Nov 2019–Aug 2020 | Veterinary Assistant: Aug 2020–Dec 2020
  • Provided daily care for animals, ensuring cleanliness and comfort in kennel environments.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians for optimal animal health.
  • Monitored animal behavior and health, reporting concerns to veterinary staff promptly.

Kennel Technician

Preppy Pet
Houston, TX
10.2018 - 11.2019
  • Cleaned kennels, provided food and water, and ensured dogs received bathroom and exercise breaks to promote health and well-being.
  • Provided medication and administered Bordetella vaccines.
  • Provided daily care and enrichment for diverse canine breeds to ensure optimal well-being.
  • Monitored animal health and behavior, reporting concerns to veterinary staff for timely intervention.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of kennel facilities through regular sanitation practices and inspections.

Education

No Degree - Veterinary Technician Coursework

Penn Foster College
Online
01-2020

No Degree - Veterinary Technician coursework

Lone Star College–CyFair
Cypress, TX
06-2018

High School Diploma - undefined

Cypress Lakes High School
Katy, TX
06-2018

Skills

  • Dental radiography
  • Infection control
  • Medication preparation
  • Vaccine administration
  • Venipuncture techniques
  • IV catheter placement
  • Canine & feline intubation
  • Medication preparation
  • Dental radiographs, scaling & polishing
  • Diagnostic radiography
  • Patient assessment

Certification

Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA), Level 1; completed 500+ training hours at Bear Creek Animal Clinic., Assisted veterinarians with minor procedures including neuters, spays, mass removals, and a tail amputation., Experienced with blood draws from jugular, cephalic, and lateral saphenous veins., Assisted with vaccine administration to dogs and cats under veterinarian supervision.

Timeline

Kennel Technician / Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician

Old Town Animal Hospital
01.2021 - Current

Kennel Technician; promoted to Veterinary Assistant

St. Francis Animal Hospital
11.2019 - 12.2020

Kennel Technician

Preppy Pet
10.2018 - 11.2019

High School Diploma - undefined

Cypress Lakes High School

No Degree - Veterinary Technician Coursework

Penn Foster College

No Degree - Veterinary Technician coursework

Lone Star College–CyFair