TAYLOR STEPHEN
Southlake
Summary
Experienced with animal healthcare, ensuring optimal veterinary support. Utilizes skills in surgical assistance, medication administration, and patient care to enhance clinical outcomes. Effective in communication with pet owners and proficiency in animal behavior handling.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Colleyville Animal Clinic
Colleyville, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and vaccinations to pets, ensuring compliance with veterinary protocols.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, providing support to veterinarians during operations.
- Conducted dental prophylaxis and radiographs on anesthetized patients.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and preventive health measures.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
All Care Veterinary Hospital
Coppell, TX
05.2023 - 07.2023
- A small animal veterinary hospital that performs a variety of procedures along with general care.
- Performed the responsibilities of a veterinary technician assistant including restraint, vaccine administration, assisting surgical procedures, observing animals through recovery, taking x-rays, assisting in rehabilitation of animals, and client engagement.
- Veterinary Technician Assistant | All Care Veterinary Hospital
Volunteer
Flower Mound Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center
Flower Mound, TX
06.2023 - 06.2023
Warehouse Worker
Mindworks Resources
Coppell, TX
06.2016 - 12.2022
- Development of afterschool curriculum for at risk youth and the providing of materials and supplies.
- A seasonal position held throughout high school and college. Manual labor including lifting heavy boxes, moving pallets, packaging materials, and exposure to harsh elements. Taught how to work in difficult conditions under high stress while maintaining high standards of work.
Seasonal Technician Assistant
Southlake Animal Hospital
Southlake, TX
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Exotic and Small Animal veterinary clinic located in the heart of DFW. Also has a rehab and release program for birds of prey run by the owner.
- Experience with venipuncture in avian species, avian and exotic restraint, and other basic techniques.
Technician Assistant/Shadow
Chimney Rock Animal Hospital
Abilene, TX
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Volunteered and observed surgical procedures, equine dental procedures, cleaned and organized instruments and syringes, and assisted the veterinary technicians on staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX05-2024
Master of Science - Veterinary Science
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05-2027
Skills
- Lab techniques
- Pharmaceutical Care
- Surgical assistance
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Intravenous catheterization
- Euthanasia techniques
- Dental procedures
- Diagnostic testing
- Veterinary Skills: Laboratory Work
- Prescription management
- Animal Handling/Restraint
- Diagnostic testing
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Colleyville Animal Clinic
07.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Flower Mound Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center
06.2023 - 06.2023
Veterinary Technician Assistant
All Care Veterinary Hospital
05.2023 - 07.2023
Technician Assistant/Shadow
Chimney Rock Animal Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2021
Seasonal Technician Assistant
Southlake Animal Hospital
11.2020 - 01.2022
Warehouse Worker
Mindworks Resources
06.2016 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Abilene Christian University
Master of Science - Veterinary Science
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
HONORS & AWARDS
Phi Eta Sigma Honors Scholar
- A recognized scholar by Phi Eta Sigma Honors Society, an American freshman honor society.
Delta Tau Alpha Honors Scholar
- A recognized scholar through Delta Tau Alpha, a scholastic honor society that recognizes academic achievement among students in the field of agriculture.
Dean's List, Abilene Christian University
- Title given to students of high academic standing in accordance to the provisions given by Abilene Christian University.