Shelby Williams
Carlton,OR
Summary
Certified Veterinary Technician with professional experience in both small and large animal practices. Possess key strengths in patient care, surgical assistance, and diagnostic testing. Have consistently improved efficiency in previous roles, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and a deep commitment to animal health and wellbeing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Veterinary Technician
Carlton Veterinary Hospital
Carlton, OR
06.2019 - Current
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Assisted in surgical procedures including pre-operative preparation, monitoring anesthesia and post-operative care.
- Assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Created reports summarizing case findings for review by veterinarians.
- Performed routine laboratory procedures for hematology, urinalysis and serology.
Receptionist
Williams Fuel Landscaping
Gaston, OR
09.2018 - 12.2023
- Answered, screened, and forwarded incoming phone calls while managing multi-line telephone systems.
- Sorted invoices for accounting department by date stamping and filing by vendor code.
- Greeted visitors entering establishment to determine nature and purpose of visit.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of the reception area to maintain a professional atmosphere.
- Maintained client accounts by obtaining, recording and updating personal and financial information.
- Processed customer payments using cash registers or point-of-sale terminals according to company policies and procedures.
Veterinary Assistant
Companion Animal Hospital
Hillsboro, OR
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Linfield University
McMinnville, OR06-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Portland Community College
Portland, OR06-2022
High School Diploma -
Forest Grove High School
Forest Grove, OR06-2019
Skills
- Anesthesia administration
- Microscopic examination
- Team communication
- Emergency and preventive care
- Radiography
- Euthanasia procedures
- Dental procedures
- Canine and feline intubation
- Laboratory diagnostics
- Intravenous catheterization
- Suture removal
Accomplishments
- Honors graduate, Presidents list, Deans List.
- D.S. and E.Z. Taylor Endowed Scholarship from the department of Linfield chemistry.
- Veterinary Technician Nat. Exam. scholarship award.
- Recipient of Animal Science Merit.
- CPR Rescue Certified.
- Horse Project award Yamhill Co. 4-H.
Large Animal Experience
- Radiography
- Confident handling of horses of all temperaments and sizes
- Operating chutes, headgates, and other cattle-handling equipment
- Venipuncture
- Administering vaccines, dewormers, and treatments
- Understanding of camelid-specific behavior and handling techniques
- Confidence in float and ultrasound assistance
- Exercise- lunging, riding, hand walking
- Proper husbandry- stall cleaning, barn maintenance, watering, feeding etc.
Small Animal Experince
- Skilled in safe handling and restraint of small to medium-sized birds
- Confident handling of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments of felines and canines
- Hunting dog training experience
- Proper husbandry
- Pre and postnatal care
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Technician
Carlton Veterinary Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Companion Animal Hospital
06.2019 - 05.2020
Receptionist
Williams Fuel Landscaping
09.2018 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry And Molecular Biology
Linfield University
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Portland Community College
High School Diploma -
Forest Grove High School
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