Veta Tupper
Veterniary Techician
Sherman,TX
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.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Grayson County Animal Emergency Clinic
03.2012 - 01.2024
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
Veterinary Technician (Relief Work)
Canyon Creek Pet Hospital
01.2012 - 04.2012
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
Wildlife Technician
911 Wildlife
02.2010 - 03.2012
- Analyzed [Type] data to determine appropriate ways to protect wildlife ecosystems.
- Provided recommendations on application of environmental laws to [Type] stakeholders.
- Recommended and formulated procedures, policies, and guidelines for assigned programs.
- Delivered research results to interested parties via workshops, scientific presentations, and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Participated in habitat development and improvement activities.
Veterinary Technician /Front Desk Receptionist
Animal Health Clinic
02.2009 - 10.2011
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
Hospital Administrator
Canyon Creek Pet Hospital
02.1983 - 09.2007
- Oversaw recruitment, hiring and evaluation of administrative staff, nurses and doctors.
- Organized, directed and coordinated medical and health services according to organizational policies and goals.
- Planned annual budgets and established rates for available health services.
- Acted as liaison among governing boards, medical staff and department heads.
- Communicated with doctors, nurses, patients and other employees to identify and resolve healthcare needs.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK05.1983
Skills
- Medical History Collection
- Cytocentesis
- Surgical Assistance
- Closed-chest CPR
- Veterinary office administration
- Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
- Wound Management
- Medical record-keeping
- Infection Control
- Dental Procedures
- Emergency Care
Professional Wildlife Rehabber
A Wildlife rehabilitator works with a veterinarian to identify illnesses, examine and determine any injuries, manage wounds,provide necessary vaccinations, clean animals,prepare food, clean cages, re-accustom animal to the wild. Provide public education about protecting wildlife and may help in resolving human - wildlife conflict.
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Grayson County Animal Emergency Clinic
03.2012 - 01.2024
Veterinary Technician (Relief Work)
Canyon Creek Pet Hospital
01.2012 - 04.2012
Wildlife Technician
911 Wildlife
02.2010 - 03.2012
Veterinary Technician /Front Desk Receptionist
Animal Health Clinic
02.2009 - 10.2011
Hospital Administrator
Canyon Creek Pet Hospital
02.1983 - 09.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Murray State College
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