Wesley Taber
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented Sterilization Technician with ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital with expertise in sterilization techniques and quality control. Enhanced surgical outcomes through efficient workflow management and proactive support. Proven ability to maintain sterile environment while fostering a compassionate atmosphere for patients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterilization Technician
ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital
02.2022 - Current
- Supported surgical teams with timely delivery of properly sterilized instruments required for various procedures.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing and prioritizing items for processing based on urgency and departmental needs.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Troubleshot medical equipment malfunctions and reported issues to appropriate personnel.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Assisted surgeons in achieving optimal outcomes, providing requested instruments and supplies promptly.
Veterinary Assistant
CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets
01.2015 - 10.2021
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with Cardiologist.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Maintained all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Supported veterinarian efforts in complex cases with detailed record-keeping and data entry for patient histories.
Veterinary Assistant
Pet Medical Center Of Springfield
06.2006 - 01.2015
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Fostered compassionate atmosphere for animals and pet owners, easing anxiety and building trust.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
Springfield, VA06.2005
Skills
- Veterinarian Assistance
- Patient Check-ins
- Hospital Staff Support
- Sterilization Techniques
- Patient Recordkeeping
- Patient Discharge
- Sterilization Procedures
- Quality Control
Timeline
Sterilization Technician
ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
CVCA Cardiac Care for Pets
01.2015 - 10.2021
Veterinary Assistant
Pet Medical Center Of Springfield
06.2006 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
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