Scott Gallant
Hudson,NH
Summary
Veterinary technician with 2+ years of experience in a veterinary hospital setting. Excellent interpersonal skills with over 20 years of experience working with customers/clients. Personable and compassionate, well-suited for working in veterinary environment. Knowledge of animal care and handling combined with skills in basic medical procedures ensures effective support for veterinary professionals. Dedicated to ensuring well-being of animals and contributing to positive clinic environment. Veterinary professional with hands-on experience in animal care, medical procedures, and client communication. Proven ability to support veterinary teams, adapt to changing needs, and deliver impactful results. Strong skills in animal handling, medical record management, and laboratory procedures. Known for reliability, teamwork, and focus on achieving optimal outcomes for both pets and clients.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Wignall Animal Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Patient Intake and collect patient history
- Review care and procedures to be completed during visit with owner
- Collect patient vital signs (heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, capillary refill time)
- Assess patient physical condition and behavior
- Patient handling and restraint
- Conduct blood draws
- Administer vaccinations
- Administer medications (oral, topical, injectable)
- Dispense medications
- Process lab samples and run in house labs
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Educated caregivers and guardians on animal care, nutrition, medical conditions and disease management.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
Unit Administrator
Department of Defense
05.2009 - 09.2019
- Assist Soldiers with personnel actions
- Assist and advise commander on personnel issues
- Generate routine and special reports
- Maintain physical and electronic files and databases
- Process Soldiers personnel and pay inquiries
- Review records and reports and correct discrepancies
Education
Associate’s in Science - Veterinary Technology
Great Bay Community College
Portsmouth, NH05.2024
Skills
- Vaccine administration
- Patient restraint
- Grooming assistance
- Client Communication
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Animal Behavior
- Laboratory procedures
- Specimen Collection
- Wound Management
Timeline
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Wignall Animal Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Unit Administrator
Department of Defense
05.2009 - 09.2019
Associate’s in Science - Veterinary Technology
Great Bay Community College
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