Rena Mustafayeva
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Dynamic Certified Veterinary Technician with solid foundation in clinical skills and client education. Successfully assisted in surgical operations and provided critical post-operative care, ensuring optimal recovery for patients. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective team communication and meticulous diagnostic testing. Known for collaborative spirit and commitment to achieving positive outcomes, consistently adapting to dynamic needs of clinic.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Veterinary Technician
Banfield Pet Hospital
Edina
04.2025 - Current
- Administered vaccinations and medications following established protocols for optimal patient care.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and surgical procedures, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
- Monitored vital signs and collected diagnostic samples to support accurate assessments.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and preventive health measures for improved outcomes.
- Trained new staff on veterinary best practices, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Increased the accuracy of diagnoses by proficiently operating various laboratory equipment for sample analysis.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry advancements, ensuring the clinic provided up-to-date treatments and services.
Certified Veterinary Technician
Lyndale Animal Hospital
Minneapolis, MN
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Assisted veterinarians with surgical procedures, ensuring proper anesthesia administration and monitoring vital signs.
- Managed inventory effectively by tracking medications and supplies, preventing shortages or wastage.
- Ensured timely response to emergencies by providing immediate triage assessments and administering first aid when needed.
- Contributed to team success with excellent communication skills and collaboration in multidisciplinary veterinary teams.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and analyzing results accurately.
- Improved clinic efficiency by maintaining organized medical records and updating patient information promptly.
- Educated pet owners on proper animal care practices (for example diabetes, thyroid disease, and kidney disease management) contributing to better long-term pet health outcomes.
Certified Veterinary Technician
Century Animal Clinic
Saint Paul, MN
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Implemented inventory management processes to ensure availability of medical supplies and equipment.
- Developed client education materials to promote animal wellness and preventative care strategies.
- Cared for rodents, reptiles, and exotic birds.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Prepared accurate billing statements for clients while addressing any questions or concerns about charges.
- Offered support to grieving clients during end-of-life discussions and euthanasia procedures, demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Conducted dental cleanings under veterinarian supervision to maintain oral health in patients.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Placed IV catheters, endotracheal tubes, and monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Saint Catherine
Saint Paul, MN05.2009
Skills
Bilingual (Spanish/ English)
Microscopic examination
Team communication
General anesthesia monitoring
Anesthesia administration
Intravenous catheterization
Vaccine administration
Ear cleaning
Canine and feline intubation
Client education
Dental procedures
Surgical assistance
Nutritional counseling
Cytology analysis
Urinalysis testing
Collecting blood samples
Animal restraint
Radiology techniques
Physical examination
Intravenous injection
Nail trimming
Medical history collection
Infection control
Medical record-keeping
Suture removal
Instrument pack sterilization
Surgical scrubbing procedures
Specimen preparation
Fluorescein stain test
Closed-chest CPR
Intramuscular injection
Anal sac expression
Ear sample collection
Skin scraping
Oral and topical medication administration
Subcutaneous injection
Tonopen tonometry method
Gowning and gloving procedures
Certification
Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Russian
Elementary
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Technician
Banfield Pet Hospital
04.2025 - Current
Certified Veterinary Technician
Lyndale Animal Hospital
07.2019 - 11.2019
Certified Veterinary Technician
Century Animal Clinic
08.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
College of Saint Catherine