SAMANTHA MILLER
Fort Riley North,KS
Summary
Caring Veterinary Technician with 5 years of extensive experience assisting veterinarians with procedures and tasks. Polished in administering injections and treatments, taking x-rays, phlebotomy, and recording and updating records. Knowledgeable in EzyVet, EVet, AviMark, and Impromed software. Compassionate and responsible professional with sound knowledge of veterinary medical procedures and animal care techniques.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Aberdeen Veterinary Clinic
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Facilitated stress-free visits for pets and owners with calm and patient demeanor.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
Veterinary Technician
Swan Creek Veterinary Clinic
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Assisted in dental procedures, contributing to overall oral health of patients.
- Maintained clean and sterile surgical areas, ensuring safe environment for animal surgeries.
- Facilitated stress-free visits for pets and owners with calm and patient demeanor.
- Documented patient history and treatment details, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
Veterinary Technician
Homeward Bound Veterinary Services
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Documented patient history and treatment details, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Facilitated stress-free visits for pets and owners with calm and patient demeanor.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Educated pet owners on preventative care, significantly reducing incidence of common diseases.
Veterinary Technician
Westbay Animal Hospital
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Conducted laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis of animal diseases, facilitating timely treatment plans.
- Documented patient history and treatment details, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Facilitated stress-free visits for pets and owners with calm and patient demeanor.
- Educated pet owners on preventative care, significantly reducing incidence of common diseases.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
Veterinary Technician
Suncoast Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center
07.2021 - 02.2023
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Documented patient history and treatment details, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Conducted laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis of animal diseases, facilitating timely treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates by administering prescribed treatments accurately and compassionately.
- Provided emergency care for injured animals, significantly reducing recovery time.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
Veterinary Technician
Homeward Bound Veterinary Services
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Documented patient history and treatment details, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Conducted laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis of animal diseases, facilitating timely treatment plans.
- Facilitated stress-free visits for pets and owners with calm and patient demeanor.
- Educated pet owners on preventative care, significantly reducing incidence of common diseases.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgeries, ensuring procedures were carried out smoothly and effectively.
- Assisted in dental procedures, contributing to overall oral health of patients.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Emergency Hospital
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds for accurate diagnoses.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
Education
Certificate of Completion -
Recover CPR BLS & ALS
03.2022
High School Diploma -
Bel Air High School
Bel Air, MD06.2017
Skills
- Collecting specimens for analysis
- Medical history
- General anesthesia recovery
- Administering subcutaneous medication
- Client education
- Medication dispensing
- Maintain controlled drug inventory
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Aseptic techniques
- Vital signs
- IV Fluid Administration
- Animal Restraint
- Intramuscular injection
- Blood Collection
- Closed-chest CPR
- Treatment Administration
- Microscopy techniques
- Anesthesia Monitoring
- Dental Radiographs
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Intravenous catheterization
- Medication administration
- Surgical assistance
- Vaccine administration
- Canine and feline intubation
- Radiology safety
- Anal sac expression
- Euthanasia procedures
- Emergency and preventive care
- Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Aberdeen Veterinary Clinic
07.2024 - 11.2024
Veterinary Technician
Swan Creek Veterinary Clinic
02.2024 - 06.2024
Veterinary Technician
Homeward Bound Veterinary Services
11.2023 - 02.2024
Veterinary Technician
Westbay Animal Hospital
02.2023 - 11.2023
Veterinary Technician
Suncoast Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center
07.2021 - 02.2023
Veterinary Technician
Homeward Bound Veterinary Services
02.2021 - 07.2021
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Emergency Hospital
01.2020 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Bel Air High School
Certificate of Completion -
Recover CPR BLS & ALS
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