Toni Heebner
Kent,CT
Summary
Lead Certified Veterinary Technician with extensive experience at Candlewood Animal Hospital, excelling in anesthesia administration and team management and training. Skilled in patient care, inventory management, laboratory diagnostics, client education, consistently ensuring high standards of veterinary practice. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction through effective collaboration and professional service. Seeking opportunities to farther advance in veterinary care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Certified Veterinary Technician
Candlewood Animal Hospital
New Milford , CT
12.2018 - 03.2025
- Provided medical care to hospitalized animals.
- Supervised vet techs and scheduled appointments
- Placed IV catheters, administered medication, and placed e-tubes for surgical procedures.
- Training of new veterinary technicians during orientation periods.
- Administered vaccinations and medications to patients.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Performed routine laboratory procedures for hematology, urinalysis and serology.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Certified Veterinary Technician/Lead Surgical Technician
New Britain Veterinary Clinic
New Britain, PA
03.2013 - 01.2015
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
- Cleaned and extracted teeth during dental procedures.
Certified Veterinary Technician
Bolton Animal Hospital
Bolton, Connecticut
04.2004 - 04.2006
- Utilized various veterinary equipment, such as X-ray machines, dental machines, and laboratory equipment.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Performed routine laboratory procedures for hematology, urinalysis and serology.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Conducted initial exams on pets, took vital signs and collected samples for lab.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Science
Saint Pete College
St. Petersburg, FL06-1997
Associate of Arts -
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL05-1996
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- IV placement
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Laboratory skills
- Diagnostic imaging
- Microscopy techniques
- Veterinary standards and procedures
- Collecting blood samples
- Employee training
- Inventory management
- Patient care
Certification
- Certified Veterinary Technician, June of 1997
- Florida Certified Veterinary Technician, June 1997
Affiliations
- Vice President of the veterinary Technology program Class of 1997
- Members of the science club 1995-1997
- President of the drama club 1995
- community Theater from 1990-1997
- G.P.A. 3.64
Timeline
Lead Certified Veterinary Technician
Candlewood Animal Hospital
12.2018 - 03.2025
Certified Veterinary Technician/Lead Surgical Technician
New Britain Veterinary Clinic
03.2013 - 01.2015
Certified Veterinary Technician
Bolton Animal Hospital
04.2004 - 04.2006
Associate of Science - Veterinary Science
Saint Pete College
Associate of Arts -
St. Petersburg College
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