Shaylee Sarver
Orange
Summary
I feel i am a personable and compassionate individual with strong communication and organizational skills. I possess a foundational understanding of animal care, including handling techniques and basic medical procedures. I am committed to providing excellent care and support to animals, ensuring their health and well-being.
I offer a solid foundation in animal care with passion for learning and growth within veterinary field. I try to bring the ability to quickly grasp new concepts and apply hands-on skills, such as administering medications and assisting in medical procedures. I am very passionate about my role in the veterinary field as a Veterinary Technician.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Cypress Animal Clinic
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Doing appointments and making sure they are done in a timely manner with the care still provided.
- Scheduled appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases appropriately based on severity of symptoms presented by pets.
- 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.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- 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 during surgery and post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Assisted in preparation such as catheter placement, intubation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Running blood work such as t4, sdma, annual bloodwork, and amongst many other testings.
- Sending off bloodwork in a timely manner to ensure the owner and patient are getting the upmost care.
- Checking for microfilaria.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Figuring up dosages for medications.
- Putting in charges for clients.
- Facilitated stress-free visits for pets and owners with calm and patient demeanor.
- Reduced errors in diagnostic testing by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on veterinary practices and techniques. Such as attending CE's.
- Running iv fluids.
- Taking care of hospitalized patients ensuring proper care and compassion during their stay while consistently making sure the owner is update about their condition.
- Dealing with any type of customers showing respect and consideration no matter the situation.
- Calling customers to ensure they are updated about the care of their pet or if they are needing an appointment to get care that is needed.
- Filling medications as instructed by the veterinarian.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- In charge of taking care of IDEXX machines (Catalyst, Procyte, Urinalysis, and coag).
- Familiar with calling representatives for our partners in prevention.
- Familiar with calling IDEXX for our machines.
- Doing Phovia treatment and various other forms of therapy on patients.
- Restocking our clinic with preventative medications.
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Collected needle aspirations on paitents for laboratory analysis.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues when needed during emergencies or critical cases requiring additional assistance.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Performed dental cleanings and extractions under the supervision of a veterinarian, promoting improved oral health for patients.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Done/Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- 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.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Streamlined patient check-in process, reducing wait times and improving overall clinic flow.
- Documented patient history and treatment details, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
Veterinary Technician
West End Animal Clinic
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Doing appointments and making sure they are done in a timely manner with the care still provided.
- Scheduled appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases appropriately based on severity of symptoms presented by pets.
- 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.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- 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 during surgery and post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Assisted in preparation such as catheter placement, intubation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Running blood work such as t4, sdma, annual bloodwork, and amongst many other testings.
- Sending off bloodwork in a timely manner to ensure the owner and patient are getting the upmost care.
- Checking for microfilaria.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Figuring up dosages for medications.
- Putting in charges for clients.
- Facilitated stress-free visits for pets and owners with calm and patient demeanor.
- Reduced errors in diagnostic testing by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on veterinary practices and techniques. Such as attending CE's.
- Running iv fluids.
- Taking care of hospitalized patients ensuring proper care and compassion during their stay while consistently making sure the owner is update about their condition.
- Dealing with any type of customers showing respect and consideration no matter the situation.
- Calling customers to ensure they are updated about the care of their pet or if they are needing an appointment to get care that is needed.
- Filling medications as instructed by the veterinarian.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- In charge of taking care of IDEXX machines (Catalyst, Procyte, Urinalysis, and coag).
- Familiar with calling representatives for our partners in prevention.
- Familiar with calling IDEXX for our machines.
- Doing Phovia treatment and various other forms of therapy on patients.
- Restocking our clinic with preventative medications.
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Collected needle aspirations on paitents for laboratory analysis.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues when needed during emergencies or critical cases requiring additional assistance.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Performed dental cleanings and extractions under the supervision of a veterinarian, promoting improved oral health for patients.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Done/Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- 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.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Streamlined patient check-in process, reducing wait times and improving overall clinic flow.
- Documented patient history and treatment details, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
Kennel Technician
Neighborhood Veterinary Clinic
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
- Implemented efficient feeding schedules, ensuring all animals received proper nutrition on a timely basis.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of kennels, identifying potential hazards and taking corrective action as needed.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites, and hair mats.
- Monitored animal behavior closely, identifying potential issues and reporting them to facility management for further evaluation.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
- Optimized space utilization within kennel, redesigning animal living areas to maximize comfort and mobility for larger breeds.
- Strengthened customer trust by delivering detailed updates on their pet's stay, including feeding, behavior, and health status.
- Provided compassionate care for over 30 dogs and cats at a time, ensuring their comfort and well-being during their stay.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
K-12 Homeschooling
05-2019
Skills
- Performing Well in High-Pressure Situations
- Patience and resilience
- Medication administration
- Strong communication skills
- Surgical assistance
- Care monitoring
- Behavior observation
- Veterinary assistance
- Quickly Adjusts to Change
- Suture removal
- Effective Team Participation
- Time management
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Cypress Animal Clinic
07.2022 - 08.2023
Veterinary Technician
West End Animal Clinic
06.2021 - 07.2022
Kennel Technician
Neighborhood Veterinary Clinic
01.2021 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
K-12 Homeschooling
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