Rebecca Smallwood
Boise
Summary
Veterinary professional with a proven history of delivering exceptional animal care and support to veterinary teams. Proficient in various clinical tasks, including diagnostic imaging and laboratory work, to aid in the creation of effective treatment plans. Known for a collaborative mindset and unwavering commitment to achieving positive outcomes, consistently adapting to the evolving needs of the clinic.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Veterinary Technician
Broadway Veterinary Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Promoted parasite protection as well as skin and coat health through regular grooming, dietary suggestions, and supplement recommendations for pet owners.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
Certified Veterinary Technician
VCA Spooner Veterinary Hospital
02.2017 - 01.2024
- Monitoring Anesthesia
- Creating a rapport with clients and collecting detailed patient history
- Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
- Running in-house lab work, or preparing it to be sent to an outside lab
- Digital Radiographs
- Streamlined appointment scheduling to optimize time management and increase overall client satisfaction.
- Conducted dental cleanings and radiographs under veterinarian supervision to maintain oral health in patients.
Veterinary Technician
Small Town Veterinary Practice
09.2016 - 01.2017
- Assisting the DVM during daily appointments
- Running in-house diagnostics such as blood profiles, CBC's, and urinalysis
- Cleaning exam rooms and the surgery suite
- Wrapping surgery packs, stocking supplies and cleaning kennels
- Answering basic client questions
- Making appointments
Veterinary Technician
MONTANA VETERINARY SPECIALISTS & GENERAL CARE
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Monitoring anesthesia for routine and specialty procedures
- Taking and Developing Radiographs (CR)
- Performing Dental Cleanings
- Placing IV catheters
Education
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - ARTS AND SCIENCE
DULUTH BUSNIESS UNIVERSITY
03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
UNIVERISTY OF WISCONSIN-RIVER FALLS
River Falls, WI03.2016
Skills
- Team communication
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Microscopic examination
- Animal behavior
- Radiography
- Anesthesia administration
- Medication dispensing
- Intravenous catheterization
- Emergency and preventive care
- Canine and feline intubation
- Client education
Certification
Certified Veterinary Technician, 07/01/16, Present, Wisconsin
Additional Information
Goal-orientated leader who maintains a productive work environment.
Confidently motivates, and coaches others to perform well.
Quickly able to establish a rapport with clients and animals.
Innovative problem-solver who can generate workable solutions.
Able to quickly become knowledgeable about products and easily transfer concepts and use to customers.
Comfortable with public speaking.
Excellent Listener.
Effectively conveys information verbally and in writing.
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Technician
Broadway Veterinary Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Certified Veterinary Technician
VCA Spooner Veterinary Hospital
02.2017 - 01.2024
Veterinary Technician
Small Town Veterinary Practice
09.2016 - 01.2017
Veterinary Technician
MONTANA VETERINARY SPECIALISTS & GENERAL CARE
01.2016 - 08.2016
Certified Veterinary Technician, 07/01/16, Present, Wisconsin
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - ARTS AND SCIENCE
DULUTH BUSNIESS UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
UNIVERISTY OF WISCONSIN-RIVER FALLS
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