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Sandra Spradlin

OTWAY,OH

Summary

Detail-oriented veterinary support professional with extensive experience in urine collection, blood collection, herd health, and safe animal handling. Strong background in record keeping, PPE compliance, and maintaining clean, organized work areas. Trusted for accurate work, calm restraint, and timely support during daily clinical and testing tasks.

Overview

1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Sample Collection Personnel

ESS/HIWU Beltarra Park
Cincinnati, Ohio
04.2026 - Current
  • Completed daily tasks accurately and efficiently.
    Collected urine samples.
    Assisted veterinarian with routine care.
    Supported OOC and TCO2 tasks.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.

Sample Collection Personnel

ESS/HIWU/Bellterra Park
Cincinnati, Ohio
04.2025 - 10.2025
  • Executed daily tasks with precision and timeliness to support smooth operations. Collected urine samples for testing in a clinical setting.

Sample Collection Personnel

ESS/HIWU/ Bellterra Park
Cincinnati, Ohio
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Executed daily urine collection procedures with precision, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Ensured accurate completion of daily responsibilities in a timely manner.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Veterinary Assistant

Ohio racing Commision / Hollywood Casino
Dayton, Ohio
10.2023 - 12.2023

Coordinated veterinary support for drug testing, ensuring accurate urine collection processes.

  • Managed daily stall setup, takedown, and cleaning to maintain an organized testing environment.

Sample Collection Personnel

ESS/ HIWU/Belterra Park
Cincinnati, Ohio
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • - Completed daily duties accurately and efficiently.
  • - Shared new ideas and practical solutions to improve team performance and outcomes.
  • - Supported veterinarian during procedures with blood collection, urine collection, and cleaning buckets and work areas to keep horses and staff safe.

Veterinary Assistant

Miami Valley Gaming and Racing/ Ohio Commision
Lebanon, Ohio
03.2023 - 04.2023

Prepared race testing stalls to ensure readiness Gathered materials and supplies to support efficieCollected urine samples for state testing to assist in regulatory compliance.
Collected urine samples for state testing.

Farrowing Technician

Fine Swine
Lucasville, Ohio
02.2011 - 08.2022
  • Monitored farrowing sows and piglets in Fine Swine barns
  • Assisted births and supported newborn piglet care
  • Recorded herd health notes and treatment changes
  • Moved animals safely between holding and farrowing areas
  • Reported illness, injuries, and facility concerns to supervisors
  • Performed daily checks on newborn piglets to ensure they were nursing properly, had access to food and water, and were healthy.
  • Provided medical care for pigs including administering medications, vaccinations, castration and de-horning as needed.
  • Observed behavior of animals in order to detect signs of illness or injury in a timely manner.
  • Transported animals safely within facility grounds using appropriate equipment such as wheelbarrows.
  • Cleaned and disinfected farrowing crates between litters to prevent the spread of disease.
  • Monitored and recorded piglet mortality rate, feed intake and growth.
  • Maintained accurate records of all animal activities including births, deaths, treatments administered. for reporting purposes.

Veterinary Technician

Shawnee Animal Clinic
Portsmouth, Ohio
03.2009 - 10.2015
  • Supported Shawnee Animal Clinic exam rooms and surgical suites.
  • Collected blood, urine, and other samples for laboratory testing.
  • Administered medications and vaccines under veterinarian direction.
  • Recorded patient histories, treatments, and medical chart updates.
  • Assisted clients with care instructions, medications, and discharge guidance.
  • Cleaned instruments, cages, and treatment areas for daily use.
  • Monitored vital signs and responded to patient comfort needs.
  • Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
  • Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
  • Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
  • Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
  • Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
  • Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
  • Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
  • Cleaned and maintained equipment used in veterinary practices such as cages, examination tables, autoclaves.

Breeding Technician

Fine Swine
Lucasville, Ohio
06.2004 - 03.2007
  • Monitored sow heat cycles, flagging breeding readiness to optimize breeding schedules at Fine Swine.
  • Performed artificial insemination tasks under Fine Swine breeding protocols.
  • Assisted in gilt selection and coordinated movement of animals to ensure efficient breeding operations.
  • Recorded mating dates and breeding notes in herd files.
  • Supported the setup of the farrowing area and provided care for sows during breeding cycles to promote animal well-being.
  • Inspected animals for health issues and reported concerns to supervisors.
  • Provided care for minor injuries to ensure well-being of animals in the facility. and ailments, contacting veterinarians to obtain treatment for animals with serious illnesses or injuries.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Veterinary Tech Assistants

Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH
03-2013

Skills

  • Urine collection
  • Sample handling
  • Veterinary restraint
  • Animal record keeping
  • Clinical support
  • Attention to detail
  • Clear communication
  • Time management
  • [Area of certification] certified Vet tech assistant
  • Sterile technique
  • Animal care
  • Herd health
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Cultural awareness
  • Effective communication
  • PPE compliance

Certification

  • Vet Tech Assisant 2014
  • 1998 CDL Licenses
  • 2000 Ohio Bridge Wielding Certification

Affiliations

  • Volunteer at Elkins Creek Horse Camp
  • Volunteer with 4-H kids for 10 yrs.
  • Have a small tack shop. providing use tack for low income and kids.
  • own our farm for 25 yrs. Perdusing hay.

Timeline

Sample Collection Personnel

ESS/HIWU Beltarra Park
04.2026 - Current

Sample Collection Personnel

ESS/HIWU/Bellterra Park
04.2025 - 10.2025

Sample Collection Personnel

ESS/HIWU/ Bellterra Park
04.2024 - 10.2024

Veterinary Assistant

Ohio racing Commision / Hollywood Casino
10.2023 - 12.2023

Sample Collection Personnel

ESS/ HIWU/Belterra Park
04.2023 - 10.2023

Veterinary Assistant

Miami Valley Gaming and Racing/ Ohio Commision
03.2023 - 04.2023

Farrowing Technician

Fine Swine
02.2011 - 08.2022

Veterinary Technician

Shawnee Animal Clinic
03.2009 - 10.2015

Breeding Technician

Fine Swine
06.2004 - 03.2007

Certificate of Technical Studies - Veterinary Tech Assistants

Shawnee State University
Sandra Spradlin