RILEIGH PATTON
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented Veterinary Technician with experience in animal care and surgical support. Prepares surgical suites, sterilizes instruments, and maintains cleanliness to ensure optimal conditions for procedures. Monitors anesthesia and vital signs, administers medications, and accurately updates medical charts. Cultivates strong client relationships through effective communication and education.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Hometown Veterinary Care of Byron Center
Byron Center, Michigan
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted veterinarians with exams, treatments, and companion animal care at Hometown Veterinary Care.
- Administered medications, vaccines, and prescribed treatments under veterinary direction.
- Monitored anesthesia, vital signs, and recovery status during veterinary procedures.
- Restrained animals safely for vaccinations, blood draws, and diagnostic testing.
- Prepared surgical suites, sterilized instruments, and maintained clean clinical work areas.
- Collected patient histories, recorded symptoms, and updated medical charts accurately.
Veterinary Assistant
Sparta Animal Clinic
Sparta, MI
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Cultivated client relationships through exceptional customer service and clear communication regarding pet health.
- Ensured accuracy of patient records using veterinary software, enhancing data integrity for medical assessments.
- Assisted a veterinarian with diagnostic, medical, and surgical procedures.
- Reviewed vaccination records and administered shots following clinic protocol, contributing to preventative care initiatives.
- Utilized restraint techniques appropriately when examining or treating animals exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Maintained accurate patient records using veterinary software programs.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by providing excellent customer service and communicating effectively about the health of their pets.
- Dispensed medication according to written prescriptions provided by veterinarians.
Extern
Glenpark Animal Hospital
Muskegon, MI
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Assisted veterinarians and veterinary technicians in providing medical care to animals, including physical exams, vaccinations, euthanasia, and surgery preparation.
- Communicated with clients about pets' needs, providing guidance on animal behavior and health issues to enhance client understanding.
- Tracked and organized medical records electronically using specialized software to ensure accurate and efficient information access.
- Performed dental procedures on animals.
- Restocked inventory of drugs used in treatment protocols to ensure availability.
- Supported veterinarian in performing diagnostic tests and surgical operations in a clinical setting.
- Conducted oral care procedures to promote healthy teeth and gums in animals.
- Administered anesthesia to animals, under direction of a veterinarian, and monitor animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
Extern
Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids, MI
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Cared for hospitalized patients by feeding, grooming, and providing comfort measures to promote recovery and well-being.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to veterinarian.
- Restrained animals during exams and treatments to ensure safety of both the animal and personnel.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the veterinarian.
- Cared for hospitalized patients through feeding, grooming and providing comfort measures.
- Performed medical record keeping duties, such as maintaining patient charts and filing records.
- Adhered to hospital policies, procedures while interacting with clients, patients.
- Coordinated various responsibilities during busy shifts to maintain workflow. simultaneously while ensuring accuracy of information provided to clients or staff members.
Security Guard
Heinz History Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Responded quickly to incidents and to active situations.
- Ensured compliance with procedures, policies, regulations, and posted orders to maintain security standards.
- Acted swiftly to incidents and active situations to mitigate risks and ensure safety.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Engaged with guests in a professional and courteous manner to enhance their experience and uphold the facility's reputation.
Intern
Fremont Animal Hospital
Fremont, MI
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Learned essential career-specific procedures and systems to enhance workplace efficiency.
- Enhanced organizational and time management skills by efficiently handling multiple tasks concurrently.
- Obtained practical experience using relevant software and technology in daily tasks.
- Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information or documents.
Education
Associates Degree - Specialized Technology in Veterinary Technology
Vet Tech Institute
PAHigh School Diploma -
Fremont High School
Fremont, MISkills
- IV placement
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical assistance
- Surgical preparation
- Monitoring recovery
- Blood collection
- Diagnostic imaging
- Medication dispensing
- Medical history collection
- Patient charting
- Animal restraint
- Client education
- Crisis intervention
- Team collaboration
- Laboratory testing
- Laboratory testing
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Veterinary Technician
Certification
Veterinary Technician License, Fear Free Certification, IDEXX Certification, AALAS Certification, Purina Nutrition Certification, Veterinary CPR Certification
Volunteering
Bellwether Harbor Animal Shelter, Volunteer, 2022-01, 2022-12, Exercised dogs regularly to maintain physical health while in kennel's care., Maintained a clean, safe, and healthy environment for animals in kennel facilities., Fed animals daily and verified access to fresh water.
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Hometown Veterinary Care of Byron Center
11.2025 - 03.2026
Veterinary Assistant
Sparta Animal Clinic
04.2025 - 09.2025
Extern
Glenpark Animal Hospital
01.2025 - 02.2025
Extern
Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital of Grand Rapids
10.2024 - 12.2024
Security Guard
Heinz History Center
08.2023 - 04.2024
Intern
Fremont Animal Hospital
09.2021 - 02.2022
Associates Degree - Specialized Technology in Veterinary Technology
Vet Tech Institute
High School Diploma -
Fremont High School