Samantha Newton
Riverside,CA
Summary
Energetic Registered Veterinary Technician who enthusiastically tackles new challenges in busy work settings. Team-oriented with compassion for cats, dogs, and exotics. Delivers excellent patient and customer care. Dedicated and ready to learn and experience everything this profession has to offer.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Valley Veterinary Care
01.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by performing diagnostic tests and analyzing results for accurate diagnosis.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgery, resulting in successful procedures and faster recovery times for patients.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to patients, promoting their overall well-being and comfort during treatment.
- Handled emergencies with a calm demeanor, providing critical support to veterinarians during life-saving interventions.
- Assisted with diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs or ultrasounds, enabling accurate diagnoses and treatments.
- Performed laboratory tasks such as blood draws and sample analysis efficiently within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Assisted in the preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
Veterinary Technician
East Valley Emergency Pet Clinic
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Placed IV and jugular catheters
- Monitored and treated hospitalized patients
- Collection of blood via venipunctures and other lab specimens
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
Veterinary Technician
Irvine Valley Veterinary Hospital
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted veterinarians in examining small animals and exotics.
- Documented and tracked treatment activities.
- Performed treatments directed by veterinarians including blood draws, ear cytology, and cleanings, sample collections, administering SQ/IM/IV medications, intravenous catheterization, for surgery, hospitalization, or emergency medications
- Performed CPR or life-saving measures under direction of veterinarian
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Exotics handling, treatments, intravenous catheterization, sedation, assisted veterinarians with sedated procedures
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Chino Hills Animal Hospital & Pet Resort
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to safeguard against accidental injuries.
- Collected urine by expression cystocentesis, or catheterization.
- Monitored patient vital signs during surgical procedures, and notified veterinarian of changes in stability.
- Provided direct care for animal patients in post-operative recovery, closely monitoring vital signs and progress
- Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Platt College - Riverside
Riverside, CA06.2021
Skills
- Emergency Triage
- Emergency and Preventive Care
- SQ/IV/IM Injections
- Male and Female Foley Catheter Placement
- Unblocking Urethral Obstruction in Male Cats
- Wound Dressing and Suturing
- NG Tube Placement
- Intravenous/Jugular Catheterization
- Small Animal Treatments and Emergency Care
- Closed-Chest CPR
- Euthanasia Procedures
- Cytocentesis
- CRI and Drug Calculations
- Canine and Feline Intubation
- Surgical Set-Up
- Pre-anesthetic Monitoring/General Anesthesia Monitoring
- Surgical Assistance
- Oversite of Sterile Surgical Suites, Maintained Proper Inventory and Surgical Protocols
- Exotics Handling and Treatment
- Exotics Intravenous Catheterization
- Exotics Sedation/Monitoring
Certification
Fear Free
Recover Certified BLS and ALS
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Valley Veterinary Care
01.2023 - Current
Veterinary Technician
East Valley Emergency Pet Clinic
06.2022 - 01.2023
Veterinary Technician
Irvine Valley Veterinary Hospital
05.2021 - 06.2022
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Chino Hills Animal Hospital & Pet Resort
01.2021 - 05.2021
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Platt College - Riverside
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