Veterinary Technician
Red Bank Veterinary Hospital
Linwood , NJ / Red Bank, NJ
07.2003 - 02.2016
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Designed and created client education materials and marketing materials for hospital services.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Developed and facilitated community classes to provide information for pet owners while building hospital's reputation.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.