Tiffany Goodman
Summary
Detail-oriented veterinary technician with a strong background in client communication, administration of vaccines, medications, treatments and surgical preparation and anesthesia administration for various things. Known for effective patient monitoring and accurate medical recordkeeping, passionate for enhancing the overall quality of veterinary care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
VCA Woodland South Animal Hospital
Tulsa
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted in routine exams, administered SQ, IM, IV injections, calculated drug dosages, performed venipuncture, and placed and maintained IV catheters to ensure patient care.
- Take radiographs, dental radiographs, dental cleanings, get patient prepped and induced for anesthesia, surgical procedures, surgical monitoring, recovery.
- Provided nursing care to hospitalized animals by monitoring vital signs and delivering medications and treatments, contributing to patient recovery.
- Prepared surgical instruments for sterilization and maintained a clean operating environment during surgeries.
- Educated clients on preventive care and proper pet nutrition to enhance overall pet health and well-being.
- Assessed patient urgency to efficiently direct them to the right doctor or treatment area for immediate attention.
- Maintained accurate patient records using computer software systems.
Registered Veterinary Technician
Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists
Tulsa
10.2012 - 06.2021
- Stabilized critical pets through warming and cooling therapy, monitored and documented vitals, and communicated findings to the veterinarian.
- Broken into 3 main areas for working a shift: #1 triage nurse: triage the pets coming in through ER, getting vitals (P,RR, Temp, MM), starting emergent care if needed, placing IV catheter with sterile technique, venipuncture, running IH diagnostics like bloodwork, taking radiographs, calculating shock fluid bolus dosages, other drug calculations like pain medications, Dextrose, etc.
- Obtained detailed medical histories of ER patients, entered information into the computer system, communicated treatment plans to the veterinarian, and facilitated client approvals for treatment.
- Took over care of ICU patients from the triage nurse, created monitoring sheets for vital signs, and scheduled care activities in the hospital system.
- Patient care for Isolation pets like parvovirus, Lepto patients and post op care for the surgery dept after hours patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Science
Tulsa Community College West Campus
Tulsa, OK06-2004
Skills
- Anesthesia administration
- Anesthesia monitoring
- IV catheter placement
- Venipuncture techniques
- Surgical preparation
- Post operative care
- Emergency care
- Patient triage
- Vital sign monitoring
- Radiographic imaging
- Dental prophylaxis
- Pharmaceutical calculations
- Medical recordkeeping
- Client communication
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
VCA Woodland South Animal Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Registered Veterinary Technician
Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists
10.2012 - 06.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Science
Tulsa Community College West Campus