Melinda Broach
Tifton,GA
Summary
I have 12 years experience in veterinary medicine working as a veterinary technician. Extensive medical experience with small animal medicine as well as emergency and critical care. Curated experience with client communication, education, counseling and support even during extremely emotional situations. Extensive knowledge in communication with people of all backgrounds due to large array of client communication need in constantly changing medical situations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Quailwood Animal Hospital
Tifton, GA
11.2012 - Current
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Communicated with clients regarding their pet's health status or progress reports following a procedure or illness diagnosis.
- Dispensed prescription medications.
- Determined appropriate dosages of medication based on weight calculations and medication concentrations.
- Administered pre surgical sedation and performed intibation as well as sterile surgery preparations, monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered sedation.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures from routine spays and neuters to exploratory and orthopedic surgeries.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Used medical diagnostic equipment to perform analyses on patients blood, urine etc.
- Delivered excellent communication and veterinary service to pet owners.
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and triaged patients appropriately, documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Triaged emergencies and preformed critical care protocol when necessary.
- Partnered with IDEXX and am very familiar with all equipment.
- Performed routine laboratory procedures for hematology, urinalysis and serology.
- Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with even the most challenging clients to come to a resolution respectfully and appropriately.
Research Assistant
Insect Science Research
Tifton, Georgia
05.2011 - 10.2012
- Maintained accurate records of insect research and quantities
- Prepared insects for shipment appropriately and safely.
- Ordered supplies necessary for insect research projects.
- Prepared diets for various species of insects according to protocol requirements.
- Evaluated different feeds and strategies to identify optimal nutritional approaches.
Veterinary Assistant
Coweta Animal Hospital
Newnan , GA
03.2009 - 07.2011
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Sciences/Poultry Science
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
Tifton, GASkills
- Emergency and critical care
- Client communication and customer service
- Surgery Technician
- Treatment Administration
- Medication Dispensing
- Medical record-keeping
- Maintaining treatment notes
- Client Education
- Nutritional counseling
- Controlled Substance Management
- Maintain controlled drug inventory
Affiliations
- Competed in the national poultry judging competition at the National 4H Livestock Exhibition as Georgia's senior representative.
- Received position in the University of Georgia's Young Scholars Program in the poultry science department my junior and senior year of highschool.
- received internship at Sanderson Farms through the University of Georgia Poultry Science department working under Dr. Mike Lacy.
- Recipient of the Georgia Farm Bureau Scholarship
- Master 4H achievement in poultry and egg science
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Quailwood Animal Hospital
11.2012 - Current
Research Assistant
Insect Science Research
05.2011 - 10.2012
Veterinary Assistant
Coweta Animal Hospital
03.2009 - 07.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Animal Sciences/Poultry Science
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
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