Sandra Jackson
Vet Tech
Colrain,MA
Summary
- Eleven years as a Vet Assistant in all fields of operations
- Dentistry
- X-rays
- Restraint
- Lab work
- Administer/fill prescriptions
- Assisted in small animal surgery
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Dr. Edward Funk
Colrain, MA
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
- Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
Groomer and Kennel Help
Hickory Hill Kennel
Gill, MA
09.1985 - 09.1989
- Delivered continuous focus and attention to lodged animals, promoting high level of care and oversight.
- Spoke to customers regarding lodging, grooming, daycare services and pricing and cross-sold additional items.
- Bathed dogs and cats to remove fleas, ticks and other skin parasites.
- Removed undercoat buildup and conducted de-shedding on double-coated animals such as Huskys and Malamutes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin Country Tech
Montague, MA 09.1977 - 06.1981
Skills
Veterinary office administration
Tail restraint
Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
Nail trimming
Intravenous injection
Feline cat bag restraint
Fluorescein stain test
Diagnostic sampling
Dietary recommendations
Animal birth procedures
General anesthesia monitoring
Surgical scrubbing procedures
Emergency and preventive care
Animal behavior observation
Timeline
Groomer and Kennel Help
Hickory Hill Kennel
09.1985 - 09.1989
High School Diploma -
Franklin Country Tech
09.1977 - 06.1981
Veterinary Technician
Dr. Edward Funk