Priscilla Anselmo
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented Veterinary Technician with 2 years of relevant experience and specific expertise in animal handling. Recognized for fear-aggressive canine handling and dedication to excellent animal care and client service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Bay Street Animal Hospital
Staten Island, NY
02.2022 - Current
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
Animal Handler
Howling Woods Farm
08.2018 - 06.2023
- Kept wolves, wolf hybrids, and coyotes clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Trained wolf hybrids in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
- Educated visitors and staff on proper wolf hybrid and coyote care and handling.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Consulted with veterinarians to diagnose problems and administered prescribed treatments.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
St. Francis College
Brooklyn, NY06.2017
Skills
- Suture removal
- Specimen Collection
- Anal sac expression
- Fluorescein stain test
- Patient Positioning
- Behavioral assessment
- Nail Trimming
- Responsible and Reliable
- IV Fluid Administration
Wolf Conservation
Constantly researching and advocating gray wolf conservation through educational tours and talks.
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Bay Street Animal Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Animal Handler
Howling Woods Farm
08.2018 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
St. Francis College