Samantha Keenan
Summary
Passionate and hard working LVT that strives to provide the highest quality of care and knowledge to both patients and clients. Successful with over 6 years of experience in surgery, anesthesia, diagnostic testing and supporting veterinarians and other staff. Always ready to learn new things and eager to step in to help when needed. Proven to be highly adaptable and versatile with participation in inpatient, outpatient, kennel and reception settings in a hospital.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Animal Medical Center of Frederick County
Stephens City, VA
03.2024 - Current
- Monitored anesthesia during surgeries such as spays, neuters, mass removals, dentals, other soft tissue procedures and orthopedics.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, maintaining sterile environments and supporting veterinarians.
- Administered vaccinations and medications, ensuring compliance with veterinary protocols.
- Performed diagnostic tests, including blood work and radiographs, to determine patient health status.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and preventive health measures for their animals.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance clinic operations and improve patient care delivery.
- Assisted in the treatment of critically ill patients, ensuring timely and accurate administration of medications and treatments.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Manually ran and read fecal floats, fecal smears, cytology's and urine sediments.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Kittery Animal Hospital
Kittery, ME
04.2020 - 02.2024
- Was one of the head surgical technicians
- Providing pre and post OP care to patients
- Monitoring anesthesia for procedures/surgery
- Worked in the outpatient setting- appointments/treatments
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Great Bay Community College
Portsmouth, NH05-2022
No Degree - Animal Science
Seacoast School of Technology
Exeter, NH06-2020
Skills
- Venipuncture
- Placing IV Catheters
- Monitoring Anesthesia
- Performing Cytocentesis
- Laboratory Procedures
- Intubating
- Surgical Assistance
- Communication
- Pre/Post Op Care
- Drug Calculations
- Dental Radiology
- Organization
- Nail trimming
- Cold Laser Therapy
- Administering Medications/Injections
- Anal sac expression
- Restraint
Timeline
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Animal Medical Center of Frederick County
03.2024 - Current
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Kittery Animal Hospital
04.2020 - 02.2024
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Great Bay Community College
No Degree - Animal Science
Seacoast School of Technology