Merrilee Conner
Spring Hill
Summary
Accomplished professional with experience in healthcare setting. Skilled in laboratory procedures, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care. Proactive and goal-oriented with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Veterinary Technician
Gulf Coast Veterinary Center
03.2015 - 11.2019
- Promoted parasite protection as well as skin and coat health through regular grooming, dietary suggestions, and supplement recommendations for pet owners.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Supported 4 veterinarians in private animal clinic.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- 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.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
Childcare Director
Discovery Point
10.2005 - 08.2010
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents and teaching staff.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL12-2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Pasco-Hernando State College
New Port Richey, FL07-2022
Skills
- Urinalysis testing
- Team communication
- Anesthesia administration
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Cytology analysis
- Vaccine administration
- Collecting blood samples
- Patient monitoring
- Taking vital signs
- Medication dispensing
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Technician
Gulf Coast Veterinary Center
03.2015 - 11.2019
Childcare Director
Discovery Point
10.2005 - 08.2010
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Pasco-Hernando State College
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Pasco-Hernando State College
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