Michelle Montanya
Brewster
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Technician with expertise in surgical assistance and anesthesia monitoring. Skilled in medication administration and medical record keeping, committed to providing exceptional care and support to veterinarians and pet owners. Dedicated Veterinary Technician with strong skills in surgical assistance, anesthesia monitoring, and veterinary diagnostics. Committed to delivering high-quality care and ensuring accurate medical record keeping.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Greenwich Animal Hospital
Greenwich
03.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians.
- Recorded patient histories and updated medical files accurately.
- Supported veterinarians during diagnostics and treatment procedures.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Provided emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
- Communicated with clients regarding their pet's health status or progress reports following a procedure or illness diagnosis.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
- Determined appropriate dosages of medication based on weight calculations using veterinary scales.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Veterinary Technician
South Salem Animal Hospital
South Salem
03.2010 - 12.2013
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments for veterinary procedures.
- Monitored animal vital signs during examinations and treatments.
- Administered medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians.
- Maintained cleanliness of examination rooms and surgical areas.
- Recorded patient histories and updated medical files accurately.
- Supported veterinarians during diagnostics and treatment procedures.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary according to veterinarian instructions.
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests to check for any abnormalities in an animal's health condition.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
Shelter Manager/Veterinary Technician
Putnam Humane Society
Carmel
01.2009 - 03.2013
- Managed daily operations of animal shelter and staff activities.
- Coordinated animal intake processes and ensured proper care protocols.
- Oversaw volunteer recruitment, training, and scheduling for shelter support.
- Developed and implemented policies to enhance shelter efficiency and safety.
- Collaborated with local veterinarians for animal health assessments and treatments.
- Organized community outreach programs to promote pet adoption initiatives.
- Maintained comprehensive records of animal care and shelter operations.
- Led staff meetings to discuss operational improvements and team goals.
- Attended community events representing the organization's mission and values.
- Developed and implemented shelter policies and procedures.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Veterinary Technician
Hudson Highlands Veterinary Group
Hopewell Junction
10.2003 - 01.2009
- Assisted in preparing surgical instruments for veterinary procedures.
- Monitored animal vital signs during overnight hospitalization.
- Administered medications as directed by veterinarians.
- Maintained cleanliness of hospital and surgical areas.
- Recorded patient histories and updated medical files accurately.
- Supported veterinarians during diagnostics and treatment procedures.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment efficiently.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary according to veterinarian instructions.
Education
Associate of Science - Animal Science
SUNY College At New Paltz
New Paltz, NYSkills
- Surgical assistance
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Veterinary diagnostics
- Medical record keeping
- Medication administration
- Animal behavior assessment
- Service excellence
- Client communication
- Client education
- Attention to detail
- Intravenous catheterization
- Veterinary dentistry
- Surgeries
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
Certification
- Licensed eligible
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Greenwich Animal Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Veterinary Technician
South Salem Animal Hospital
03.2010 - 12.2013
Shelter Manager/Veterinary Technician
Putnam Humane Society
01.2009 - 03.2013
Veterinary Technician
Hudson Highlands Veterinary Group
10.2003 - 01.2009
Associate of Science - Animal Science
SUNY College At New Paltz
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