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Tod Ackert

Norwalk

Summary

Skilled Veterinary Technician with solid background in providing comprehensive care to animals and supporting veterinarians in clinical settings. Proven track record in assisting with surgeries, administering anesthesia, and conducting diagnostic tests. Demonstrated expertise in client communication and animal behavior management.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Technician

Cornell University Veterinary Specialists
01.2021 - Current

Veterinary Technician in multiple departments including: Dermatology department lead for 2 years. Anesthesia support for Surgery, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Dentistry etc. Full time surgery tech for the past 16 months including exceptional radiography skills.

Veterinary Technician/Facility Manager

Guardian Veterinary Specialists
08.2017 - 06.2020

Onboarded to oversee completion of new 30k sq ft Veterinary Specialty practice. Involved in every aspect of construction including but not limited to: General contracting, demolition, design, construction,subcontractor supervision, working with local municipality to obtain certificate of occupancy ahead of schedule. Stayed on to manage the facility and all medical equipment, as well as consulting, employee training and Neurology technician. Technician duties included daily operation of CT scanner and MRI, including anesthesia induction and maintenance for 3 Neurologists and 2 surgeons.

Dentistry Department Lead

Cornell University Veterinary Specialists
10.2015 - 08.2017

Onboarded to develop and maintain new specialty service within the practice. Duties include anesthesia induction and maintenance, scheduling and invoicing, Radiology and client communications. Other duties include maintenance and troubleshooting/repair of all medical equipment within the hospital.

Facilities Manager

Newtown Veterinary Specialists
10.2014 - 10.2015

Responsible for the entire facility and all of its’ components; Maintenance and repair of all medical equipment; Building repairs including but not limited to: electrical, plumbing, interior alterations and computer system upgrades; Management of all sub-contractors.

Veterinary Technician

Newtown Veterinary Specialists
10.2012 - 10.2015

Employed as a veterinary technician with Oncology, Internal medicine, Surgery, and Emergency services. Experienced with multiple imaging modalities including digital dental radiology, ultrasound and CT

Veterinary Technician

Katonah - Bedford Veterinary Center
04.2002 - 09.2011

Technician’s duties for every service including 7 years of Dentistry. Performed the majority of CTs and MRIs.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology

San Juan College

Associate of Science - undefined

Dean Junior College
Franklin, MA

Skills

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Organized
  • Resourceful
  • Self-motivated
  • Team Player
  • Anesthesia administration
  • Surgical preparation
  • Client education

Timeline

Veterinary Technician

Cornell University Veterinary Specialists
01.2021 - Current

Veterinary Technician/Facility Manager

Guardian Veterinary Specialists
08.2017 - 06.2020

Dentistry Department Lead

Cornell University Veterinary Specialists
10.2015 - 08.2017

Facilities Manager

Newtown Veterinary Specialists
10.2014 - 10.2015

Veterinary Technician

Newtown Veterinary Specialists
10.2012 - 10.2015

Veterinary Technician

Katonah - Bedford Veterinary Center
04.2002 - 09.2011

Associate of Science - undefined

Dean Junior College

Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology

San Juan College