Nicole Allison
Highland,IN
Summary
Dependable, Team-Orientated Dual Licensed Veterinary Technician with ten years of experience in various Veterinary Medical Settings. Passionate about serving pets & their people, offering a highly organized, proactive, and punctual work ethic with a willingness to take on responsibility. My most significant accomplishments have been in community-based shelter medicine programs and HQHV surgery. Philanthropically remaining active in community medical efforts, I am eager to continue building experience in Urgent and Emergency Veterinary medical settings. I am available for both PRN and permanent placement opportunity's.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Relief Veterinary Technician
Complete Veterinary Team Solutions
08.2022 - Current
- Triage patients to the treatment area. Obtain relevant histories and maintain accurate medical charting. Perform initial physical examinations and record vitals/ TPR.
- Assisted DVM's with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens. Collect and Prepare various specimens for lab testing.
- Support DVM's and nursing teams to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients. Anticipate the needs of the DVM & hospital team.
- Address healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians/ nursing teams and following orders. Prepare and administer medications as prescribed by DVM. Maintain DVM instructed treatment plans.
Veterinary Technician
MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Conduct initial triage obtaining relevant health histories, answering clients' questions/ concerns for team efficiency while delivering timely responses on expectations for their visit and information on treatments/ protocols enhancing client satisfaction.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing diagnostic tests on specimens. Preparing and administering medications/ treatments as directed by DVM.
- Disinfected, sterilized, and maintained surgical instruments for various procedures.
- Assisted with critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, reducing hospital-acquired infections in the hospital setting.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
Surgical Prep Technician (externship)
SNIP low-cost
07.2021 - 02.2022
- Maintained reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment, including decontamination, cleaning, sterilizing, storing and distributing. Organized equipment and instruments in alignment with surgical protocols and surgeon preferences. Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped operating room with appropriate tools, equipment and instruments.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgeon at all times, streamlining the work flow of surgical prep/ induction to match the surgeons pace. Including managing the rotation of neccessary sterile supplies for the doctor.
- Used diagnostic equipment and monitored patients during procedures using proper designated equipment. Ensured safety and proper care of equipment.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
Veterinary Technician/Community Outreach Associate
The Humane Society Of Hobart
10.2020 - 02.2022
- Receive incoming animals arriving via animal control or scheduled transport. Conduct intake exam, obtain lab samples, administer inoculations plus parasiticide, and implant microchip. Conduct daily medicine administration to in house animals for various conditions. Work closely with outside veterinary staff to continue facilitating best protocols.
- Provide animal health education to pet owners through community classes and outreach programs.
- Facilitating and Supervising the pet food pantry program focused on cementing connections in the area to promote organizational goals.
- Maintaining donation influx and distribution based on different needs of the person's situation and organization's ability.
Community Outreach Associate
Humane Indiana
11.2014 - 12.2016
- The Pet's for Life program, was a unique Donor funded program that worked with other public leaders to build humane communities using innovative strategies and fresh approaches designed to extend the reach of animal services, resources, plus information about pet care to under served areas.
Shift Manager
Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen
02.2014 - 06.2016
- Positioned skilled staff in key areas throughout shift to optimize department productivity.
- Upheld company standards and compliance requirements for operations and cleanliness of all areas.
- Documented receipts, employee hours and inventory movements.
Animal Care Provider
Humane Indiana
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Supported animal health by keeping all areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Observed animals and conducted examinations to identify signs of injury, illness or disease.
- Collected and documented animal information such as weight, size, physical condition and food intake.
- Followed consistent safety procedures, including maintaining visible pet identification and checking tags to minimize care errors.
Education
Associate - Applied Science
Vet Tech Institute
Tinley Park, IL2021
Skills
- Animal Restraint, Care, Enrichment, & Husbandry Including exceptional kennel Organization & Supervision
- Community Relations Management & Collaboration Community/ Client education focused
- Venipuncture & Catheter placement Administering medications via IVC including fluid therapy and other infusions Managing IVC puncture site and placement
- Various Cytologic Sample Collection, Preparation, & Processing Including Cystocentesis Restraint and technique for various diagnostic imaging
- Vital Signs Monitoring and Patient assessment Including Animal Behavior Assessment, Analysis, and Stress reduction techniques
- Wound Assessment & Care, Including Bandaging Application & Maintenance
- Surgery and Procedure Preparation
- Anesthesia Induction and Monitoring
- Aseptic sterilization techniques including gowning and gloving procedures Instrument Pack Preparation & Sterilization
- Various Intubation Placements and Maintenance
- Dental Cleaning
- Compassionate Euthanasia Assistance
- Medical record keeping, including Invoicing and Billing
- Medication administration and dispensing Vaccine administration
- Hospital & Pharmacy Management & Inventory
- Staff Training
- OSHA& AHAA Safety Precautions informed
Accomplishments
- I have trained 3 different general practice teams on how to operate and manage the flow of a High Volume Surgery Clinic.
- I have helped facilitate and managed dozens of large volume community medicine clinics servicing over 150 pets with critical preventative services such as vaccines, microchips, and access to food/ supplies.
- My highest number of HQHVSN surgeries I assisted with in one day is 79!
- I passed the VTNE with a score of 525 in December of 2022.
- I am dual licensed in Indiana and Illinois with hopes of expanding my licensure to other states.
- I am fear free certified.
Affiliations
- Silverstray Social ( silverstray.org )
- Guardians of the Green Miles ( gotgm.org )
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers
02.2023 - 10.2023
Relief Veterinary Technician
Complete Veterinary Team Solutions
08.2022 - Current
Surgical Prep Technician (externship)
SNIP low-cost
07.2021 - 02.2022
Veterinary Technician/Community Outreach Associate
The Humane Society Of Hobart
10.2020 - 02.2022
Community Outreach Associate
Humane Indiana
11.2014 - 12.2016
Animal Care Provider
Humane Indiana
08.2014 - 03.2016
Shift Manager
Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen
02.2014 - 06.2016
Associate - Applied Science
Vet Tech Institute
Similar Profiles
Sam LanceSam Lance
Office Assistant at Veterinary Consulting And Team SolutionsOffice Assistant at Veterinary Consulting And Team Solutions
Brady PetersonBrady Peterson
Senior Sales Consultant at Complete Team OutfitterSenior Sales Consultant at Complete Team Outfitter
Yejun JangYejun Jang
Assistant in Nursing Level 4 at Complete Care Team (Disability- Spinal and Brain Injury)Assistant in Nursing Level 4 at Complete Care Team (Disability- Spinal and Brain Injury)
Kimberly ModjeskiKimberly Modjeski
Customer Support Specialist at Indiana Farm Bureau InsuranceCustomer Support Specialist at Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Ashley BarathAshley Barath
Wholesale Account Manager at Nakamol DesignsWholesale Account Manager at Nakamol Designs