Sara Wiersma
Calhan,CO
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Fox Run Veterinary Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Prepared and administered medications, vaccines, serums, and/or treatments, as prescribed by veterinarians
- Filled prescriptions, measured medications and labeled containers
- Collected, prepared, and labeled samples for laboratory testing, culture, and/or microscopic examination
- Conducted and developed diagnostic radiographs, using x-ray equipment
- Assisted in surgical procedures from emergency to routine care
- Administered anesthesia to animals, under the direction of a veterinarian, and monitored animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages could be adjusted
- Cared for and monitored the condition of animals recovering from surgery
- Performed laboratory tests on blood, urine, and/or feces, including urinalyses and/or blood counts, to assist in accurately collecting information and personal details about patients
- Provided excellent customer service in times of stress and opposition, while working closely with team members
- Communicated clearly with customers
- Handled multiple things at one time during high traffic times.
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital
04.2021 - 04.2024
- All hospital product ordering
- Assisted in surgical procedures from emergency to routine care
- Administered anesthesia to animals, under the direction of a veterinarian, and monitored animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages could be adjusted
- Cared for and monitored the condition of animals recovering from surgery
- Performed laboratory tests on blood, urine, and/or feces, including urinalyses and/or blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment
- Administered emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation and other life-saving procedures
- Prepared and administered medications, vaccines, serums, and/or treatments, as prescribed by veterinarians
- Filled prescriptions, measured medications and labeled containers
- Collected, prepared, and labeled samples for laboratory testing, culture, and/or microscopic examination
- Conducted and developed diagnostic radiographs, using x-ray equipment.
Veterinary Technician
Highlands Ranch Animal Clinic
09.2007 - 02.2021
- Accurately collecting information and personal details about patients
- Arranging and scheduling patients for a three-doctor practice
- Office management duties in regards to accounts receivable, appointment reminders, and product ordering
- Observed the behavior and condition of animals and monitored their clinical symptoms
- Administered anesthesia to animals, under the direction of a veterinarian, and monitored animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages could be adjusted
- Cared for and monitored the condition of animals recovering from surgery
- Performed laboratory tests on blood, urine, and/or feces, including urinalyses and/or blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment
- Administered emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation and other life-saving procedures
- Prepared and administered medications, vaccines, serums, and/or treatments, as prescribed by veterinarians
- Filled prescriptions, measured medications and labeled containers
- Collected, prepared, and labeled samples for laboratory testing, culture, and/or microscopic examination
- Conducted and developed diagnostic radiographs, using x-ray equipment.
Cashier
Petsmart
06.2002 - 09.2007
- Provided excellent customer service in times of stress and opposition, while working closely with team members
- Communicated clearly with customers
- Handled multiple things at one time during high traffic times
- Balanced cash drawer and organized work area
- Assisted other departments as needed.
Education
None -
Pima Medical Institute
Denver, CO01.2007
Skills
- Scheduling
- Training
- Medical Terminology
- Receptionist
- Computer Skills
- Medical Imaging
- Kennel Experience
- Laboratory Experience
- Veterinary Assistant
- Veterinary Technician Experience (10 years)
- Animal handling
- Animal restraint
- Animal catheterization
- Venipuncture
- Phlebotomy
- Client Education
- Anesthesia Administration
- Patient Monitoring
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Euthanasia Procedures
- Sample Collection
- Vaccine administration
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Medical record-keeping
- Post Operative Care
- IV catheter placement
- Surgical Assistance
- Animal nursing
- Medication Dispensing
- Preventative Care
- Laboratory Testing
- Veterinary office administration
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical Preparation
- Heartworm diagnostic testing
- Intravenous injection
- Cytocentesis
- Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
- IV Medication Administration
Certification
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Fox Run Veterinary Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Woodmoor Veterinary Hospital
04.2021 - 04.2024
Veterinary Technician
Highlands Ranch Animal Clinic
09.2007 - 02.2021
Cashier
Petsmart
06.2002 - 09.2007
None -
Pima Medical Institute
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