Wendy M. Minarik
North Ridge Veterinary Hospital
Kingsville,Ohio
17
years of professional experience
Seeking a challenging opportunity where I will be able to utilize my strong organizational skills, my experience in the animal health care field and exceptional people skills, which will allow me to grow personally and professionally within this field.
Work History
Veterinary Technician
6 Years 8 Months- Administered vaccinations and medications, ensuring compliance with veterinary protocols.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, preparing instruments and monitoring patient recovery.
- Conducted routine diagnostic tests, interpreting results to inform treatment plans.
- Educated pet owners on preventive care, fostering long-term health and wellness practices.
- Mentored junior technicians, enhancing team skills and improving service delivery.
- Developed streamlined workflow processes, increasing efficiency in daily operations.
- Collaborated with veterinarians to develop tailored treatment plans for diverse cases.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions about pet health and wellness.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
- Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues when needed during emergencies or critical cases requiring additional assistance.
- Scheduled appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases appropriately based on severity of symptoms presented by pets.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing compassionate care for pets during their appointments.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Handled challenging behavior from stressed or anxious animals using calming techniques learned through continuous professional development courses.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Streamlined workflow, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely communication with clients regarding treatment plans.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Performed dental cleanings and extractions under the supervision of a veterinarian, promoting improved oral health for patients.
- Reduced errors in diagnostic testing by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on veterinary practices and techniques.
- Increased clinic efficiency by organizing supplies inventory management systems for easy access during appointments or surgeries.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgeries, ensuring procedures were carried out smoothly and effectively.
- Implemented new system for tracking patient vaccinations, resulting in better compliance with vaccination schedules.
- Maintained clean and sterile surgical areas, ensuring safe environment for animal surgeries.
- Facilitated stress-free visits for pets and owners with calm and patient demeanor.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates by administering prescribed treatments accurately and compassionately.
- Improved clinic efficiency with organization of medical inventory and timely restocking of supplies.
- Developed training program for new technicians, enhancing skill set and efficiency of clinic team.
- Provided emergency care for injured animals, significantly reducing recovery time.
- Enhanced clinic reputation through exceptional customer service and care for animals.
- Streamlined patient check-in process, reducing wait times and improving overall clinic flow.
- Assisted in dental procedures, contributing to overall oral health of patients.
- Documented patient history and treatment details, maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records.
- Provided nutritional counseling for pet owners, leading to improved health outcomes for pets.
- Conducted laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis of animal diseases, facilitating timely treatment plans.
- Conducted pre-surgical assessments, ensuring animals were properly prepared for procedures.
- Educated pet owners on preventative care, significantly reducing incidence of common diseases.
- Participated in community outreach programs, raising awareness on animal health and safety.
- Collaborated with veterinary team to update treatment protocols, leading to more effective care strategies.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering compassionate care and clear communication regarding their pets' health.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Developed and facilitated community classes to provide information for pet owners while building hospital's reputation.
Veterinary Technician
13 Years 9 Months- At this clinic I have created a very positive work environment. I am also part of a team to train new employees.
3 Years 3 Months
- Assisted in during surgical procedures.
- Administered medicine to animals and provided other needed post-operative care.
- Assisted with lab work such as drawing blood, taking x-rays and performing simple tests for the veterinarian.
- Handled scheduling to free the veterinarian.
- Managed cleaning and disinfecting the cage area and general work area.
- Managed prescription descriptions as well as filling.
- Rewarded often for increased sales.
- Assistant team leader
Education
Skills
Intravenous catheterization
Medication administration
Surgical assistance
Surgical procedures and support
Vaccine administration
Medical history collection
General anesthesia monitoring
Diagnostic imaging
IV medication administration
Intravenous injection
Laboratory skills
Surgical preparation
Pharmacy duties
Client education
Anesthesia administration
Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
Treatment administration
Suture removal
Nail trimming
Emergency and preventive care
Supply restocking
Euthanasia procedures
Diagnostic sampling
Medical record-keeping
Vaccinations
Fluid therapy
Euthanasia
Patient monitoring
Medication dispensing
Patient positioning
Behavioral assessment
Medication labeling
Intramuscular injection
Dental procedures
Wound treatment
Lab operations
Instrument pack sterilization
Sanitation protocols
Vital signs
Anal sac expression
Fluorescein stain test
Microscopy techniques
Radiology safety
Emergency care
Canine and feline intubation
Closed-chest CPR
Animal behavior observation
Cytocentesis
Heartworm diagnostic testing
Urinalysis techniques
X-ray review
Controlled substance management
Aseptic techniques
Ear sample collection
Specimen preparation
Surgical scrubbing procedures
Procedure support
Parasite control
Physical examination
Skin scraping
Jugular intravenous catheterization
Wound management
Veterinary medicine
Infection control
Dietary recommendations
Patient bathing
Veterinary office administration
Tick removal
Administering first aid
Tail restraint
Rehabilitation techniques
Clinical pathology
Equine lower leg wrap
Pathogen identification
Restraint pole use
Clinical research
Breeding consultation
Catalase testing
Animal restraint
Feline towel restraint
Snare restraint
Maintaining treatment notes
Veterinary dentistry
Procedure billing
Pre-anesthetic preparation
Elizabethan collar application
Recumbency restraint
Serology
Explaining treatment
Nutritional counseling
Performing ultrasounds
Administering subcutaneous medication
Spay and neuter surgeries
Oxygen therapy
Monitoring recovery
Maintain controlled drug inventory
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