Registered Veterinary Technician
Live Oak Veterinary Hospital
05.2017 - 08.2024
- Maintained detailed patient records, allowing for efficient communication between team members and streamlined care processes.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Provided exceptional customer service both face-to-face interactions with clients as well as phone inquiries.
- Trained new hires on clinic protocols, ensuring consistent quality of care across the veterinary team.
- Administered medications and vaccinations as prescribed by the veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and timely administration.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to patients, promoting their overall well-being and comfort during treatment.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Assisted with diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs or ultrasounds, enabling accurate diagnoses and treatments.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgery, resulting in successful procedures and faster recovery times for patients.
- Conducted dental cleanings and extractions under anesthesia, improving oral health outcomes for patients.
- Developed comprehensive discharge instructions that ensured continuity of care at home.
- Educated pet owners on preventive care measures, leading to healthier pets and fewer medical issues.
- Assessed paws, ears, and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.