Megan Turner Turner

• Was in charge of Equine Services in clinic. Answering phones and setting up appointments with clients. Making sure all equine vaccines, medications, and drugs were always in stock or ordered. Assisting Veterinarian with all Equine Appointments.
• Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
• Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
• Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
• Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
• Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
• Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
• Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
• Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
• Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
• Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
• Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
• Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
• Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
• Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
• Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
• Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
• Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
• Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
• Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
• Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
• Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
• Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
• Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
• Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
• Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
• Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
• Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
• Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
• Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
• Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
• Designed and created client education materials and marketing materials for hospital services.

• Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
• Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
• Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
• Prepared equipment for Doctor for tasks at hand.
• Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
• Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
• Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
• Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
• Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
• Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
• Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
• Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
• Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
• Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.

At a small animal practice, I assist the doctor with routine vaccination appointments, surgeries and diagnostics of canines and felines and pocket pets/exotic animals. I would also assist with occasional emergencies throughout the day. I help with prepping surgery patients on a daily basses. I also help out at the receptionist desk with any phone calls to set up appointments or with clients who have questions.

At a small animal practice, I assist the doctor in appointments, diagnostics, and surgeries with felines and canines. I am also on a rotated on-call schedule for emergency services. My interest is in orthopedic procedures, but my love is for the wellness and overall care of all animals. I help prep patients for surgery and assist in wellness exams, surgery, administering vaccinations and nail trims. I would also work at the front desk as a receptionist and answer multiple lines and assist clients. I would also type up any reports or medical records the doctors wanted entered.

• Successfully passed AAHA accreditation with the clinic
• Properly restrain animals of any size
• Perform proper blood draw samples
• Work under pressure in a calm manner
• Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
• Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
• Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
• Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
• Resolved customer problems and complaints.
• Handled cash transactions and maintained sales and payments records accurately.
• Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
• Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.

As a cattle pusher at Kist Livestock, I was in charge of taking cattle out of the auction ring and bring them to their assigned pens. I would count all the cattle that went through the auction ring to bring to the office at the end of the sale day. I would also assist the veterinarian with vaccinating cattle, pregnancy checking, and semen testing bulls.

As a Veterinary Technician Intern in a mixed animal practice I was able to perfect my skills I learned at Minnesota School of Business while completing my degree in Veterinary Technology. Some of my skills I perfected were as follows:

• Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
• Managed adjoining veterinary supply shop that sold medications, animal food, and pet equipment.
• Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
• Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
• Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
• Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
• Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
• Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
• Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
• Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
• Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
• 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.
• Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
• Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
• Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
• Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
• Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
• Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.

• Monitored overall health and well-being of 30 horses, paying attention to signs of concern.
• Preserved property by mowing, plowing and moving hay to proper storage locations.
• Maintained medical records of histories, required shots and immunizations for livestock and stable animals.
• Scheduled veterinary appointments for vaccinations and other wellness needs to maintain up-to-date records on horse immunizations.
• Developed and maintained improved practices in feeding, housing and sanitation to prevent spreading of disease.
• Utilized disinfectant solutions, brushes, shovels and water hoses to thoroughly clean stalls and pens.