Traci O'Connor-Wilson
Fate
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in animal healthcare. Skilled in laboratory procedures, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Country Friends Veterinary Clinic
03.2018 - Current
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia.
- 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.
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines, and operations.
- Analyzed bloodwork and sample results using IDEXX to diagnose diseases and conditions.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Promoted parasite protection as well as skin and coat health through regular grooming, dietary suggestions, and supplement recommendations for pet owners.
- Assessed paws, ears, and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Animal Medical Center of Forney
03.2014 - 12.2017
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia.
- Analyzed bloodwork and sample results using IDEXX to diagnose diseases and conditions.
- Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines, and operations.
- Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX05-2023
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
McLennan Community College
Waco, TX05-2014
Skills
- Laboratory testing
- Dental procedures
- Diagnostic imaging
- Surgical assistance
- Client education
- Preventive care
- Vaccine administration
- Blood collection
Certification
Fear Free Elite Certified
RECOVER BLS and ALS certified
Timeline
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Country Friends Veterinary Clinic
03.2018 - Current
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Animal Medical Center of Forney
03.2014 - 12.2017
Master of Science - Human Resources Management
Tarleton State University
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
Tarleton State University
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
McLennan Community College
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