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.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician Lead
VCA Hospitals
San Antonio, Texas
06.2012 - Current
Organize daily workflow, appointments, and staff
Manage staff needs daily
Quality Control
Leadership role in client services
Royal Canin advocate
Daily operations in labor management
Assisting doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans
Designed and created client education materials and marketing materials for hospital services
Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care
Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures
Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices
Maintained detailed electronic records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments
Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care
Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations for treatment decisions
Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition
Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control