Molly Dahl
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Accomplished professional with experience in animal healthcare. Skilled in laboratory procedures, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
The Cat Doctor
08.2013 - Current
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Promoted animal health through conducting routine laboratory tests, such as blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Increased client satisfaction through clear communication of home care instructions for pet owners post-treatment or surgery.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Educated clients about preventative care, proper nutrition, and other essential aspects of pet health to promote responsible pet ownership.
- Educated clients on animal health, preventive care and procedures.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
Veterinary Assistant
Portland Avenue Small Animal Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2013
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Pierce College
Lakewood, WA09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice And Sociology
Gonzaga University
Spokane, WA05.2004
Skills
- Preventive Care
- Patient Monitoring (pre/general/post anesthesia)
- IV catheter placement for fluids, medication, induction drugs
- Medication Administration (IV, IM, SQ, PO)
- Thoracic, abdominal, limb(s), skull radiographs
- Client Education
- Controlled Substance Management
- Dental Procedures (scaling, polishing, radiography)
- Surgery and Procedure Preparation
- Specimen Collection (blood, urine via cystocentesis, blood pressure readings)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Additional Information
I'm looking to transition into a "remote job from home" position.
Timeline
Licensed Veterinary Technician
The Cat Doctor
08.2013 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Portland Avenue Small Animal Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2013
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Pierce College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice And Sociology
Gonzaga University
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