SHAWNDA JOHANNSEN
Garland,TX
Summary
Experienced veterinary technician skilled in supporting routine exams, surgical procedures, diagnostics, and urgent care within a general practice and shelter setting. Proficient in patient intake, sample collection and processing, medication administration, and accurate dosage calculation. Adept at monitoring patient health and vital signs, providing attentive nursing care, and maintaining sterile, well‑prepared treatment and surgical areas. Strong record‑keeping abilities, familiarity with practice management software, and a commitment to clear client communication and compassionate patient care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Relief Veterinary Technician
RSVP
12.2024 - Current
- Assists with medical exams, surgical procedures, and urgent care situations.
- Preform animal intake tasks, including microchipping, initial assessments, and collect and process laboratory samples.
- Obtain and prepare samples to examine under microscope, run lab tests, and reports results to veterinarians.
- Evaluate animals’ health and behavior, tracking vital signs throughout treatment and recovery.
- Administer medications as directed, calculate accurate drug dosages.
- Prepare and sterilize surgical tools, manage medical supplies and inventory.
- Maintain organized, up‑to‑date records in facility software.
- Evaluate animals’ temperament and overall condition to help determine adoption readiness.
- Contribute to a safe, efficient, and compassionate care environment.
- Providing physical and emotional care for pets, including handling emotionally upset patients.
- Supporting veterinary teams during staff shortages, such as vacations or parental leave.
- Adapting to different protocols and equipment while maintaining quality care.
- Perform any and all other work as needed or assigned.
Lead Vet Tech
Angel Parkway Pet Hospital
09.2016 - 11.2024
- In charge of ordering supplies for the clinic.
- Training new Veterinary technicians and assistants.
- Assist veterinarians in routine exams, surgical procedures, diagnostics, and urgent care.
- Prepares exam rooms, and records patient’s history.
- Collects and process laboratory samples
- Monitors patients’ health and vital signs before, during, and after surgeries.
- Administer prescribed medications and calculate accurate dosages.
- Provide attentive nursing care throughout each patient’s visit.
- Performs euthanasia when needed or requested.
- I also prepare and sterilize surgical instruments, maintain medical supplies and inventory.
- Ensure all patient records are accurately updated in practice software.
- Communicate clearly with clients, help explain treatment plans, and contribute to a smooth, efficient, and compassionate environment.
Vet Tech
Paw Prints Pet Clinic
05.2012 - 11.2014
- Assist with dentistry, anesthesia and samples of laboratory testing.
- Attended to hospitalized and boarding patients.
Vet Tech
Healthy Paws Veterinary Hospital
12.2006 - 05.2012
- Assisted with patient treatments and procedures.
- Obtained patient's medical history and vials.
- Walked and monitored animals' general health while in the facilities.
Animal Care Assistant
Doggie Zen Den
10.2005 - 12.2006
- Monitored pets during playtime.
- Fed and administered medications.
- Preformed behavioral assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Texas
Denton, TX01-2011
Skills
- Knowledge of animal behavior
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment and techniques relating to veterinary science
- Knowledge of nutrition, care, and handling of animals
- Knowledge of animal pharmacology and physiology
- Ability to recognize medical symptoms and problems relating to animals
- Ability to work effectively with others
- Ability to keep medical records on animals
- Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
- Attention to detail
- Clean and organized
Timeline
Relief Veterinary Technician
RSVP
12.2024 - Current
Lead Vet Tech
Angel Parkway Pet Hospital
09.2016 - 11.2024
Vet Tech
Paw Prints Pet Clinic
05.2012 - 11.2014
Vet Tech
Healthy Paws Veterinary Hospital
12.2006 - 05.2012
Animal Care Assistant
Doggie Zen Den
10.2005 - 12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of North Texas