Michael Lathrop
Summary
Dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician with extensive experience at Muttville, excelling in dental prophylaxis and anesthesia administration. Proven ability to monitor patient vital signs and provide exceptional postoperative care. Skilled in laboratory testing and client education, fostering strong relationships with pet owners while ensuring the highest standards of animal health care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Muttville
10.2024 - 12.2025
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
Registered Veterinary Technician
Modern Animal
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
Registered Veterinary Technician
VCA All Pets Animal Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2022
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Trained and mentored other VA staff.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Medicine
Carrington College
San Leandro, CA05-2018
Skills
- Dental prophylaxis
- Anesthesia administration
- Patient monitoring
- Laboratory testing
- Post operative care
Certification
- Fear Free Certified
- Senior Dog Veterinary Certification Level 1
- Senior Dog Veterinary Certification Level 2
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Muttville
10.2024 - 12.2025
Registered Veterinary Technician
Modern Animal
06.2022 - 11.2023
Registered Veterinary Technician
VCA All Pets Animal Hospital
05.2018 - 06.2022
Associate of Science - Veterinary Medicine
Carrington College