Shannon Nix
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Technician with a genuine passion for the well-being of patients. Seeking opportunities to expand skill set and contribute as a valuable team player. Experienced in providing support to veterinarians during procedures, maintaining clean and organized work environments, and delivering exceptional care to animals in clinical settings. Proficient in safely handling a variety of animals, administering medications as directed, and assisting with laboratory tests. Recognized for ability to improve animal care protocols, enhance clinic efficiency, and positively contribute to team dynamics.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Brush Run Veterinary Clinic
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
10.2022 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Valley Vet Animal Hospital
Lower Burrell, PA
05.2021 - 10.2022
Veterinary Technician
Animal Dental Clinic of Pittsburgh
Cranberry Township, PA
04.2011 - 05.2021
- Restrained animals during examination and treatment.
- Provided direct care for patients in post-operative recovery, closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Operated anesthesia machines, oxygen equipment and monitoring equipment.
- Scrubbed and packed surgical instruments into packs for autoclave sterilization.
- Placed IV catheters, drew bloodwork, premeditated patients, administered medications.
- Sent biopsies, bloodwork, and cytologies for assessment
- Called owners after their pet's procedures to make sure they are doing well.
- Went over discharge instructions after completed procedures.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Median School
Pittsburgh, PA05.2006
Skills
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Lab animal restraint
- Post-surgical clean up and OR sanitation
- General anesthesia recovery
- Ultrasound guided cystocentesis
- Medication labeling
- Elizabethan collar application
- Client education
- Lab operations
- Animal restraint
- Surgical procedures and support
- Reception support
- Intravenous catheterization
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Sample collection
Contact
500 Rosewood Court
Apt B
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Education and Training
Pittsburgh, PA
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Brush Run Veterinary Clinic
10.2022 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Valley Vet Animal Hospital
05.2021 - 10.2022
Veterinary Technician
Animal Dental Clinic of Pittsburgh
04.2011 - 05.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Median School