Hi, I’m
Traci Thompson
Veterinary Services
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Highly experienced Veterinary Technician Assistant with significant expertise in zoology, veterinary/ aseptic procedures, and biosecurity protocols. Proven history of building strong rapport with owners/ clients to provide seamless pet care and foster an exceptional service and experience.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
5
Certifications
Work History
Evolution Veterinary Specialists
Vet Technician Assistant
2023.07 - Current (1 year & 2 months)
Job overview
- Technician Assistant in following departments: ER, ICU, Surgery
- Performed aseptic phlebotomy techniques on 20+ canines and felines daily
- Dispensed and Administered medications to canines, felines, bunnies, mustelids, etc.
- Collected accurate medical history and triages on 30+ incoming patients
- Assisted with intravenous catheter placement on 10+ small animal and zoologic companion animals daily
- Assisted with and performed diagnostic imaging
- Performed efficient Closed-chest CPR on patients
- Scrubbed into surgical procedures following aseptic technique and assisted surgeon
- Prepared patients for surgical procedures following AVMA approved aseptic protocols
- Improved clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workspaces for the veterinary team.
- Provided compassionate care to animals, ensuring a positive experience during their visits to the clinic.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Streamlined record-keeping processes, updating patient files accurately and efficiently after each visit.
- Collaborated with fellow team members to provide comprehensive care for animals, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff in emergency situations, providing critical support during life-saving interventions.
- Participated in community outreach events promoting responsible pet ownership practices which contributed to overall animal welfare within the local community.
- Delivered consistent, high-quality care to patients by following established best practices and standard operating procedures.
- Supported veterinarians in conducting diagnostic tests, resulting in accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
- Promoted client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and educating pet owners on animal health issues.
- Facilitated communication between veterinarians and pet owners regarding treatment plans, ensuring clear understanding of expectations for optimal results.
- Contributed to the well-being of animals by monitoring their conditions during recovery from surgeries and treatments.
- Increased client retention through exceptional customer service skills, fostering trust between pet owners and our veterinary practice.
Mesa Veterinary Hospital
Vet Technician Assistant/ Animal Care Attendant
2019.07 - 2022.08 (3 years & 1 month)
Job overview
- Assisted CVT’s induce anesthesia on 6+ patients daily while following AVMA approved protocols
- Preparing patients for surgical and dental procedures by administering pre-anesthetic medications, prepping surgical site by shaving and scrubbing site with proper aseptic technique.
- Prepping/ sterilization of surgical suits and dental tables,
- Monitoring patient recovery after receiving anesthetized procedure
- Sorting/ wrapping/ sterilization of 60+ surgical instruments and packs. Certified in gas sterilizing techniques involving ethylene oxide.
- Keeping hospital sanitized, organized, and restocked,
- Supplying accurate diet to both hospitalized patients and boarding animals of all species.
- Dispensing and administering correct medications to patients and boarding animals.
- Restraining, caring for, and handling zoologic companion animals (ex: birds, reptiles, bunnies, mustelids, etc.),
- Providing patients and boarding animals with compassionate care, and clean/ comfortable environments.
- Assisting veterinarians and CVT’s with proper animal restraint, diagnostic imaging, and sterile sample collection
- Hosting “puppy socialization classes” where puppies were desensitized to the veterinary environment, nail trims, and basic hygiene such as teeth brushing and grooming.
Big Lots
Furniture Associate
2018.04 - 2019.05 (1 year & 1 month)
Job overview
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Assisted approximately 15 customers with furniture purchases and finance programs,
- Managed a cash drawer averaging of $7,000 daily while maintaining a 100% accuracy rate during reconciliation in end of day audit reports
- Assisted 20+ customers daily with transactional procedures while maintaining a high rate of efficiency and positive environment
- Enrolled 20+ customers in company reward and financial programs within one month
- Fulfilled multiple responsibilities, including guest assistance, register duties, maintaining a clean and organized register space
Pizza Hut
Shift Lead
2014.07 - 2018.04 (3 years & 9 months)
Job overview
- Acquired position of Training Lead within one year of being hired and successfully trained employees on 6 positions.
- Progressed to Shift Lead within two years of being hired.
- Oversaw a 20 member crew and balancing of the nightly tills, as well as the washing of the culinary equipment.
- Guaranteed that every shift was executed with maximum efficiency and extended assistance as required, In charge of all the inventory vehicles in the morning (making food orders, loading, replenishing, etc.).
- Personally followed up with clients to make sure their needs and expectations were met.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring safety standards were met consistently.
Education
Colorado State University , Fort Collins, CO
Bachelor of Science from Zoology
05.2024
University Overview
- Honoree of Zoology
- Study Abroad: Roatan, Honduras- Dolphin Behavior and Physiology and Coral Reef Restoration at Roatan Institute for Marine Science (RIMS).
- Study Abroad: Belize.- Jaguar/ Environmental Conservation and Coral Reef Restoration at the Tropical Education Center and the International Zoologic Expeditions site.
- Research Project: Dominance-Aggression of Blue Jays at Feeders, Identified hierarchical relationships relating to interspecific and intraspecific competition dominance.
- Member of Tau Sigma National Honor Society
- Member of Phi Theta Kappa
- Member of National Society for Leadership and Success
- Awarded All- Colorado Student Excellence Award
- Awarded Phi Theta Kappa Leadership Award
- Dean's List Fall of 2023
- Honor Roll Spring of 2022
- Honor Roll Spring of 2024
- 3.8 GPA
- cum laude graduate
Red Rocks Community College , Lakewood, CO
Associate of Science with a Designation in Biology from Biology
05.2022
McLain Community High School , Lakewood, CO
High School Diploma
03.2018
Skills
- Highly punctual, responsible, respectful, and detail oriented
- Impressive work ethic and high sense of urgency while under pressure
- Surgical procedures and support
- Post Operative Care
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Safety Procedures
- Health and safety compliance with biosecurity procedures
- Veterinary Terminology
- Experience handling/ caring for zoologic companion animals
Awards
- National Society for High School Scholars- 2018
- Honor Society- 2018
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society- 2019
- All-Colorado Student Excellence Award- 2020
- Phi Theta Kappa Leadership Award- 2021
- Tau Sigma National Honor Society
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certified, RECOVER - November 2023
- Gas Sterilization Certified, Anderson Sterilizers, August 2023
- Adult and Child CPR/ AED Certified, American Red Cross - April 2024
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR), American Red Cross - March 2024
Timeline
Vet Technician Assistant
Evolution Veterinary Specialists
2023.07 - Current (1 year & 2 months)
Vet Technician Assistant/ Animal Care Attendant
Mesa Veterinary Hospital
2019.07 - 2022.08 (3 years & 1 month)
Furniture Associate
Big Lots
2018.04 - 2019.05 (1 year & 1 month)
Shift Lead
Pizza Hut
2014.07 - 2018.04 (3 years & 9 months)
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Science from Zoology
Red Rocks Community College
Associate of Science with a Designation in Biology from Biology
McLain Community High School
High School Diploma
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certified, RECOVER - November 2023
- Gas Sterilization Certified, 2023
- Adult and Child CPR/ AED Certified, American Red Cross - April 2024
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR), American Red Cross - March 2024
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