Sarah Gurule
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Technician with extensive experience at Auburn Animal Hospital, excelling in surgical assistance and client education. Proven ability to enhance patient recovery through effective medication administration and empathetic care. Skilled in diagnostic imaging and maintaining sterile environments, fostering trust and satisfaction among pet owners.
Volunteered for a short time at CALM zoo before starting work as a kennel technician in 2011. Have helped with wildlife treatments in office. Such as restraint, catheter placements, medication administration and maintaining proper hygiene of patients.
I have 12 years of experience as a veterinarian technician. Have been trained to perform a wide range of tasks including intubating, Iv catheterizations, fluid/medication calculations. I have been trained on basic techniques on multiple machines including CT scanners and cold laser therapy.
I have been trained in restraint for cats, dogs, rodents and birds. Minor training in reptiles.
Trained to apply bandages and proper wound care treatments. Including splints and honey bandages.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Auburn Animal Hospital
Bakersfield, CA
04.2012 - Current
- Administered vaccinations and medications, ensuring compliance with veterinary protocols.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, maintaining sterile environments and patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs and provided post-operative care for recovery optimization.
- Educated pet owners on proper animal care, enhancing client relationships and trust.
- Conducted laboratory tests, including blood work and urinalysis, to support diagnosis efforts.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for seamless operations.
- 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.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions about pet health and wellness.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
- Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues when needed during emergencies or critical cases requiring additional assistance.
- 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.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing compassionate care for pets during their appointments.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Handled challenging behavior from stressed or anxious animals using calming techniques learned through continuous professional development courses.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- 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.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Enhanced clinic reputation through exceptional customer service and care for animals.
- Assisted in dental procedures, contributing to overall oral health of patients.
- Facilitated stress-free visits for pets and owners with calm and patient demeanor.
- Conducted laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis of animal diseases, facilitating timely treatment plans.
- Improved clinic efficiency with organization of medical inventory and timely restocking of supplies.
- Documented patient history and treatment details, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates by administering prescribed treatments accurately and compassionately.
- Collaborated with veterinary team to update treatment protocols, leading to more effective care strategies.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering compassionate care and clear communication regarding their pets' health.
- Provided nutritional counseling for pet owners, leading to improved health outcomes for pets.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgeries, ensuring procedures were carried out smoothly and effectively.
- Maintained clean and sterile surgical areas, ensuring safe environment for animal surgeries.
- Conducted pre-surgical assessments, ensuring animals were properly prepared for procedures.
- Increased clinic efficiency by organizing supplies inventory management systems for easy access during appointments or surgeries.
- Reduced errors in diagnostic testing by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on veterinary practices and techniques.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
Education
Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZSkills
- Intravenous catheterization
- Medication administration
- Surgical assistance
- Surgical procedures and support
- Vaccine administration
- Medical history collection
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Diagnostic imaging
- IV medication administration
- Intravenous injection
- Laboratory skills
- Surgical preparation
- Pharmacy duties
- Client education
- Anesthesia administration
- Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
- Treatment administration
- Suture removal
- Nail trimming
- Emergency and preventive care
- Supply restocking
- Euthanasia procedures
- Diagnostic sampling
- Medical record-keeping
- Vaccinations
- Fluid therapy
- Euthanasia
- Medication dispensing
- Patient monitoring
- Patient positioning
- Medication labeling
- Behavioral assessment
- Intramuscular injection
- Wound treatment
- Lab operations
- Instrument pack sterilization
- Sanitation protocols
- Vital signs
- Anal sac expression
- Fluorescein stain test
- Radiology safety
- Emergency care
- Canine and feline intubation
- Closed-chest CPR
- Animal behavior observation
- Urinalysis techniques
- Aseptic techniques
- Controlled substance management
- Specimen preparation
- Ear sample collection
- Surgical scrubbing procedures
- Parasite control
- Procedure support
- Skin scraping
- Jugular intravenous catheterization
- Physical examination
- Wound management
- Infection control
- Dietary recommendations
- Patient bathing
- Tick removal
- Administering first aid
- Restraint pole use
- Feline towel restraint
- Animal examination
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Administering subcutaneous medication
- Elizabethan collar application
- Tonometry
- IV placement
- Subcutaneous injection
- Maintain controlled drug inventory
- Injectable agent induction
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Auburn Animal Hospital
04.2012 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster College