Steven Carr
Hart,MI
Summary
Proven Certified Veterinary Technician with extensive experience at Pet Care Animal Hospital, excelling in emergency care and client education. Demonstrated ability to support surgical procedures and maintain rigorous sanitation protocols. Skilled in team communication, significantly enhancing treatment outcomes and patient care. Expert in radiography and medical record-keeping, contributing to high-quality veterinary services. Highly successful Veterinary Technician with significant expertise in anesthesia, surgery and pathology in large animals. Proven history of building strong rapport with owners to provide seamless pet care and foster exceptional service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Veterinary Technician
Pet Care Animal Hospital
06.2012 - 04.2022
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- Promoted parasite protection as well as skin and coat health through regular grooming, dietary suggestions, and supplement recommendations for pet owners.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Supported 3 veterinarians in private animal clinic.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Designed and created client education materials and marketing materials for hospital services.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
Student Worker
Broadview University
10.2010 - 06.2012
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Broadview University
West Jordan, UTSkills
- Dental Procedures
- Surgical Assistance
- Emergency Care
- Lab operations
- Vaccinations
- Patient Monitoring
- Radiography
- Team Communication
- Canine and feline intubation
- Client Education
- Sanitation protocols
- Medical record-keeping
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Technician
Pet Care Animal Hospital
06.2012 - 04.2022
Student Worker
Broadview University
10.2010 - 06.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Broadview University
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