Pearl Van Zant
Beaverton,OR
Summary
Veterinary Technician with radiology certification and experience across multi-doctor, fast-paced mixed animal practices. Manages Urgent Care triage, lab work, catheter placement, fluids, medications, client education, and patient updates while keeping hospital flow steady. Works calmly through high-pressure cases and supports treatment acceptance through clear estimates and service discussions.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Best Care Animal Hospital
Beaverton, OR
03.2025 - Current
- Assist veterinarians with exams, restraint, and patient positioning during routine and urgent visits.
- Collect blood samples, prepare specimens, and support laboratory testing for in-house diagnostics.
- Administer medications and fluids according to treatment plans and veterinary direction.
- Perform radiograph positioning and imaging support while following radiology safety protocols.
- Document patient updates, treatment notes, and medical records in the hospital system.
- Support anesthesia monitoring, recovery care, and post-procedure observation for surgical patients.
- Communicate care instructions, discharge details, and follow-up guidance to clients clearly and professionally.
- Organize kennel areas, clean patient spaces, and restock supplies to support daily hospital flow.
- Handle front desk calls, appointment coordination, and client check-in during busy periods.
- Maintain animal comfort through attentive handling, monitoring, and care during extended visits.
- Prepare patients for catheter placement, venipuncture, and treatment procedures under veterinary supervision.
- Support emergency stabilization efforts by gathering supplies, monitoring response, and relaying patient status.
- Track inventory levels, restock treatment areas, and flag low supplies for timely replenishment.
- Assist with estimate preparation by organizing service details and clarifying client questions for the team.
Veterinary Technician
Frontier Veterinary Hospital
Hillsboro, OR
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Collected blood samples and assisted with venipuncture during routine and urgent patient visits.
- Supported veterinarians during examinations by restraining animals safely and preparing necessary supplies.
- Assisted with medical imaging procedures and positioned patients for clear diagnostic views.
- Prepared treatment areas by maintaining sterile field practices and organizing surgical instruments.
- Monitored anesthesia support tasks and observed patient status during procedures and recovery.
- Administered medications and fluids according to treatment plans and veterinarian instructions.
- Supported emergency patient stabilization by monitoring vital signs and responding to changing conditions.
- Assisted with laboratory work by preparing specimens and handling routine diagnostic processes.
- Maintained accurate medical records and entered patient information into EMR systems.
- Communicated discharge instructions and client education details to support follow-up care.
- Managed front desk tasks, including check-in support, scheduling, and patient updates.
- Tracked hospital supplies and supported inventory organization for daily clinical use.
- Prepared patient estimates and coordinated service details with clients and clinical staff.
- Provided kennel care, cleaning, feeding, and comfort support for hospitalized animals.
Veterinary Technician
NVA
Tigard, OR
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Assisted with laboratory testing, radiographs, catheter placement, and fluid setup for surgical and ER cases.
- Administered medications as directed by veterinarians and monitored hospitalized patients for changes in condition.
- Supported hospital flow by preparing rooms, sterilizing instruments, and restocking supplies throughout the shift.
Veterinary Technician
VCA
Salem, OR
10.2018 - 11.2021
- Triaged emergency arrivals and prioritized care for unstable patients during overnight ER shifts.
- Assisted with medical imaging, venipuncture, and laboratory work to support timely diagnostics.
- Administered medication, provided animal restraint, and maintained safe kennel and treatment areas.
Veterinary Technician
COMPANION PET CLINIC
Salem, OR
05.2017 - 10.2018
- Triaged urgent cases and relayed patient status to veterinarians during busy clinic shifts.
- Supported radiographic imaging by positioning patients, maintaining safety, and calming anxious animals.
- Documented medication administration, updated EMR records, and shared clear front-desk updates with pet owners.
Veterinary Technician
Newberg Veterinary Hospital
Newberg, OR
06.1997 - 01.2017
- Monitored patients during emergency care, tracked vital changes, and escalated concerns to the veterinary team.
- Performed medical imaging and radiographic positioning while following safe handling practices for each patient.
- Assisted with venipuncture, medication administration, and animal restraint to support routine and critical care.
Vet Tech
Pacific Veterinary Hospital
Portland, OR
10.1994 - 01.1997
- Monitored hospitalized animals and reported changes in condition to veterinary staff promptly.
- Assisted with triage intake by gathering symptoms, history, and urgency details from clients.
- Prepared exam rooms and treatment areas between patients to support smooth clinic flow.
- Collected blood and other specimens for laboratory testing under veterinary direction.
Mobile equine Vet Tech
Dr. David Laudermilk
Bossier City, LA
03.1988 - 10.1990
- Assisted with equine examinations, treatments, and follow-up care during mobile veterinary visits.
- Prepared instruments, supplies, and treatment areas before field procedures and emergencies.
- Monitored horses during restraint, sedation, and recovery under veterinarian direction.
- Documented patient histories, treatments, and medications in medical records after each visit.
Education
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Skills
Veterinary technician experience
Veterinary assistant
Triage
Medical imaging
Laboratory experience
Anesthesia monitoring
Catheter placement
Fluid therapy
Medication administration
Venipuncture
Critical care experience
Icu experience
Emergency patient monitoring
Animal restraint
Animal care
Pet care
Kennel experience
Animal handling
Client education
Front desk
Patient updates
Medical records documentation
Emr systems
Medical terminology
Hospital operations
Surgical instrument preparation
Sterile field maintenance
Postoperative recovery care
Radiology safety protocols
Radiographic positioning
Emergency patient stabilization
Veterinary inventory management
Client estimate preparation
Certification
Fear free
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Best Care Animal Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Frontier Veterinary Hospital
10.2023 - 03.2025
Veterinary Technician
NVA
01.2021 - 09.2023
Veterinary Technician
VCA
10.2018 - 11.2021
Veterinary Technician
COMPANION PET CLINIC
05.2017 - 10.2018
Veterinary Technician
Newberg Veterinary Hospital
06.1997 - 01.2017
Vet Tech
Pacific Veterinary Hospital
10.1994 - 01.1997
Mobile equine Vet Tech
Dr. David Laudermilk
03.1988 - 10.1990