RICKI WHIGHAM
Surgical Veterinary Technician
Canton,MS
Summary
Detail-oriented Veterinary Technician with 3 years of relevant experience and specific expertise in anesthesia and surgery. Recognized for outstanding innovation in connecting pet owners to doctors via telehealth and dedication to excellent animal care and client service. Experience working with wildlife, exotics, and small animals. 2.5 years of working in a general practice and 1 year experience working in an emergency hospital. Articulate, energetic ad results-oriented with exemplary passion for developing relations with clients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
VETERINARY SURGICAL TECHNICIAN
MANNSDALE ANIMAL CLINIC
MADISON, MS
05.2020 - Current
- Monitor patient’s response to anesthesia, including anesthetic depth and level of analgesia Using veterinary approved drugs, prevent pain before, during and after a surgical procedure Assembles surgical supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures Prepares surgical instrument table Maintains aseptic techniques and actively monitors for breaches in aseptic techniques Maintains prep room and OR suites Properly package and wrap instruments in accordance with hospital specifications Communicates with clients about pre and post surgical instructions.
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
BANFIELD PET HOSPITAL
Jackson, MS
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Administered routine vaccines Performed standard clinic laboratory procedures, such as drawing and running bloodwork, collecting fecal and urinary specimens, and taking vitals.
- Took and processed radiographs Supported veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
- Communicated with clients about individualized pet health concerns and.
- Ered guidance on Optimum Wellness Plan options, medications, and additional treatments.
- Assist in maintaining relevant comprehensive medical records using PetWare to obtain data for population research.
Emergency Veterinary Technician
UrgiVet Of Madison County
Madison, Mississippi
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
- Induced anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection.
- Collected animal blood samples and prepared specimens for shipment and laboratory testing.
ZOOLOGICAL VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
JACKSON ZOOLOGICAL PARK
, MS
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed e cient care for all animals and assisted in feeding and bathing all animals.
- Monitored food and water supplies for all domestic and exotic animals.
- Monitored animals and provide treatment to injuries and illness and prepare appropriate reports.
- Maintained and updated records for animal care.
- Assisted veterinarians and manage birth of animals and ensure care for newborn.
- Administered e cient movement of all animals with various techniques.
- Assisted visitors in all queries and maintained count of visitors coming to the facility.
- Operated and maintained all animal care equipment such as cleaners and incubators.
- Maintained and ensured a neat and clean area for animals and evaluated appropriate water and food for all animals.
- Coordinated with the director and curator and implemented all special projects.
- Developed nutritional plans for animals.
- Monitored animals and ensured appropriate distance between animals and the public.
MANAGER
DAWGHOUSE PLAYGROUND AND SALON
STARKVILLE, MS
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Serve as the face of DawgHouse Playground and Salon for all Day Care customers Respond to enrollment forms submitted by new customers, coordinating times for them to visit Day Care for the first time and visiting their homes for consultations if necessary.
- Respond to customer inquiries regarding scheduling, billing, or other issues.
- Monitor the dedicated Day Care email address for customer questions that attendants may need help with.
- Explain to customers how Pet Exec’s various functions can address their questions, with an eye towards making operations as autonomous as possible.
- 2 Spot-check the daily updates that are sent to customers, ensuring the quality of the updates and attached pictures.
- Compose a bi-weekly “newsletter” that is sent to Day Care customers, sharing cute pictures of the dogs, business updates, community events, or other news.
Education
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - WILDLIFE, FISHERIES, AQUACULTURE SCIENCES
MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY
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Skills
Leadership Experience
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Emergency Veterinary Technician
UrgiVet Of Madison County
08.2020 - 01.2021
VETERINARY SURGICAL TECHNICIAN
MANNSDALE ANIMAL CLINIC
05.2020 - Current
VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
BANFIELD PET HOSPITAL
01.2019 - 03.2021
ZOOLOGICAL VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
JACKSON ZOOLOGICAL PARK
07.2018 - 01.2019
MANAGER
DAWGHOUSE PLAYGROUND AND SALON
07.2016 - 07.2018
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BACHELOR'S DEGREE - WILDLIFE, FISHERIES, AQUACULTURE SCIENCES
MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY