Sierra Towers
Aurora,CO
Summary
Enthusiastic animal care professional successful at managing various responsibilities in fast-paced settings. Offers well-developed skills in organization, time management and relationship-building. Calm in crises with skills to reassure owners and provide urgent care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital
Parker, Colorado
2026.09 - Current
- Triage emergency patients and support rapid intake at animal emergency and specialty hospital.
- Monitor vital signs and update medical records during patient care.
- Assist veterinarians with restraint, treatment prep, and procedure support.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
- Communicated effectively with various medical personnel including doctors, nurses, technicians and administrators regarding treatment plans for each patient.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital
Byron Center, Michigan
2024.10 - 2026.08
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Educated clients on proper animal health care routines.
Veterinary Technician Intern
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center
Parker , CO
2024.07 - 2024.09
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving trauma or illness
- Administered anesthesia to animals before surgery or other procedures requiring sedation.
- Provided post-operative care for recovering patients including monitoring vital signs and administering medications.
- Counseled clients about preventive healthcare measures for their pets.
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center
Parker, CO
2022.09 - 2024.09
- Prioritized and accomplished multiple tasks simultaneously to complete projects under pressure.
- Documented and tracked treatment activities.
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
Front Desk Clerk
Holiday Inn Express And Suites
Cedar Springs, Michigan
2022.06 - 2022.09
- Greeted customers upon arrival and provided assistance with check-in or check-out procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all guests' stays and charges.
- Answered incoming calls and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints and inquiries in a timely manner.
Veterinary Assistant
Cedar Animal Hospital
Cedar Springs, MI
2021.01 - 2022.07
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Stocked treatment rooms with appropriate supplies, scheduled appointments, answered phones and processed customer payments to boost office efficiency.
- Documented patient information with precision to maintain records accuracy.
- Administered vaccines to animals and delivered blood and lab results.
- Operated diagnostic equipment such as radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Bel Rea Institute of Veterinary Technology
Aurora, CO2024-09
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MISkills
- Basic math
- Good work ethic
- Organizational skills
- Anesthesia administration
- Active listening
- Team building
- Urgent care
- Sample collection
Affiliations
- FFA member (2017-2019)
- Varsity Cross Country and track (2016-2019)
Certification
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital
2026.09 - Current
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital
2024.10 - 2026.08
Veterinary Technician Intern
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center
2024.07 - 2024.09
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center
2022.09 - 2024.09
Front Desk Clerk
Holiday Inn Express And Suites
2022.06 - 2022.09
Veterinary Assistant
Cedar Animal Hospital
2021.01 - 2022.07
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Ferris State University
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Bel Rea Institute of Veterinary Technology