Sherry Kotenski
Shelton,CT
Summary
Seasoned Veterinary Technician of 17 years with a knack for
building positive and lasting relationships with pet owners and
pets dedicated to promoting animal health, building customer
relationships and staying up-to-date on the latest technique in
veterinary medicine, looking for an opportunity to use my skills
and experience in a professional setting.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
ER/ICU Technician, Surgery Technician
Newtown Veterinary Specialists
Newtown, CT
07.2021 - Current
Senior Veterinary Technician
Fairfield Veterinary Hospital
Fairfield, CT
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
- Greeted pet owners and performed intakes to go over array of available services, outline costs and determine special needs of animal while in care.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives, and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
Internal Medicine, Surgery, ER/ICU Tech-Senior
VCA Shoreline VREC
Shelton, CT
08.2017 - 03.2021
- Managed/liaisoned all internal medicine services, including planning, scheduling and coordination of anesthetic protocols of procedures, emergency procedures, appointments and procurement of supplies and equipment.
- Counseled clients on newly diagnosed health conditions and maintenance of existing conditions.
- Teamed with other veterinarians, specialists and technicians to provide well-rounded treatment for complex cases.
- Provided medical care and treatment in Level 1 Trauma Unit for patients presenting with routine to life-threatening conditions, regularly performing triage, CPR and supportive emergency procedures during COVID while at or over hospital capacity and understaffed as well as supporting the hospital by covering 1-2 additional shifts per week. 23k patients/year for COVID.
- Provided oncall services for 24-48 hour shifts for emergency surgeries (Dr.Acquaviva and Dr.Nolte) and procedures.
- Increased overall lifespan of equipment by following preventative maintenance plans and executing unscheduled repairs.
- Troubleshot, repaired and procured electromechanical,surgical and pneumatic systems
Veterinary Technician
Greenfield Animal Hospital
Fairfield, CT
08.2012 - 08.2016
- Proficient in; lab, anesthesia, surgery,dentals, dental radiographs, exams, histories, prescriptions, inventory management, training assistants/interns, some book keeping, client education and class four laser therapy ( cert.).
Veterinary Technician
Southport Veterinary Center
Fairfield, CT
08.2004 - 04.2011
- Proficient in; lab, anesthesia, surgery,dentals, dental radiographs, exams, histories, prescriptions, inventory management, training assistants/interns, some book keeping and client education.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ05.2024
References
- Sarah Moriarty, Lead Surgical Tech Shoreline VCA
203-828-8150
- Alexandra Danel, DVM Neurology Shoreline VCA
732-299-8015
- Michael McCann, DVM Emergency and Critical Care Shoreline VCA
203-521-2510
Affiliations
● Feral Care Volunteer
● WPLR Toy Drive Volunteer
● CSART and CWRA member
Timeline
ER/ICU Technician, Surgery Technician
Newtown Veterinary Specialists
07.2021 - Current
Senior Veterinary Technician
Fairfield Veterinary Hospital
03.2021 - Current
Internal Medicine, Surgery, ER/ICU Tech-Senior
VCA Shoreline VREC
08.2017 - 03.2021
Veterinary Technician
Greenfield Animal Hospital
08.2012 - 08.2016
Veterinary Technician
Southport Veterinary Center
08.2004 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
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