Whittney Smith
Asheville,NC
Summary
Client-focused Veterinary Technician with proven history of excellence in anesthesia, pathology and surgery. Self-motivated and caring individual accomplished in delivering excellent care to felines, canines and other domesticated animals. Commended for outstanding work ethic and sound knowledge of veterinary medical procedures and techniques.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Western Carolina Regional Animal Hospital - Veterinary Emergency Hospital
Asheville, NC
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in performing clinical procedures and examinations.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to the veterinary team.
- Administered medications and treatments as directed by veterinary staff.
- Prepared surgical instruments and ensured a sterile environment for procedures.
- Educated pet owners on post-treatment care and preventive health measures.
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated patient information consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency in emergency situations.
- Trained new staff on hospital protocols and veterinary best practices.
- Kept dogs safe by remaining alert to environmental conditions and nearby animals.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Walked dogs while enforcing good behavior and manners.
- Created consistent workflows by assisting with washing, drying and folding duties.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Administered vaccinations according to established protocols.
- Instructed staff members on proper handling of animals in accordance with safety protocols.
- Dispensed medication per doctor's orders or prescriptions from pharmacies.
- Assisted in the development of treatment plans for sick animals that included diet changes, exercise regimens or other therapeutic recommendations.
- Communicated with clients regarding test results or other veterinary services needed for their pet's well-being.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing medical procedures and treatments, such as administering medication, drawing blood, and taking vital signs.
- Counseled clients on animal health care needs, nutrition requirements, preventative care programs and safety precautions.
- Maintained accurate patient records using computer software systems.
- Restrained animals for examination or treatment when necessary.
- Educated pet owners on proper nutrition, preventive healthcare measures and home care techniques to promote good health in their pets.
- Participated in continuing education activities to stay up-to-date on advances in veterinary technology.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures when needed.
- Prepared surgical instruments for sterilization and maintained a clean operating environment during surgeries.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, fecal analysis, heartworm testing, and feline leukemia and FIV testing.
- Monitored anesthesia levels during surgery and provided post-surgical recovery support.
- Provided nursing care to hospitalized animals, including monitoring vital signs and administering medications and treatments under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Ensured compliance with all state regulations related to veterinary medicine practice standards.
- Observed animals' behavior patterns to detect any signs of illness or injury.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Tracked and scheduled follow-up appointments for animal treatment.
- Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.
- Partnered with IDEXX to analyze blood samples and diagnose conditions and diseases.
- Leveraged ultrasound and x-ray equipment for imaging and interpreted results.
- Operated x-ray machines and exposed radiographic films.
- Listened to clients' questions and concerns regarding pets and delivered timely responses and information on treatment protocols and procedures.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Veterinary Technician
South Asheville Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital
Asheville, NC
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed clients on administration.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and kept the veterinarian appraised of important changes.
- Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
- Partnered with IDEXX to analyze blood samples and diagnose conditions and diseases.
- Leveraged ultrasound and x-ray equipment for imaging and interpreted results.
- Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Prepared and administered medications as prescribed by a veterinarian.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Tracked and scheduled follow-up appointments for animal treatment.
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient vital signs and administered medications as directed.
- Performed laboratory tests and analyzed results for accurate diagnosis.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and preventive health measures.
- Prepared surgical instruments and managed inventory of medical supplies.
- Communicated with clients to gather medical histories and address concerns.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary according to veterinarian instructions.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
- Cleaned and maintained equipment used in veterinary practices such as cages, examination tables, autoclaves.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Provided emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
- Observed behavioral characteristics of animals in order to provide insight into possible illnesses or changes in behavior.
- Communicated with clients regarding their pet's health status or progress reports following a procedure or illness diagnosis.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working with hazardous materials such as drugs and chemicals.
- Determined appropriate dosages of medication based on weight calculations using veterinary scales.
- Monitored food intake levels of hospitalized patients ensuring they received adequate nutrition while under care.
- Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Observed animal physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
Veterinary Technician
Brevard Animal Hospital
Brevard, NC
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Monitored vital signs during surgery and notified veterinarian of changes.
- Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
- Partnered with IDEXX to analyze blood samples and diagnose conditions and diseases.
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
- Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
- Leveraged ultrasound and x-ray equipment for imaging and interpreted results.
- Removed waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas and placed in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.
- Tracked and scheduled follow-up appointments for animal treatment.
- Supported veterinarians to drive quality care, advocate for pets and educate clients.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
Veterinary Assistant
Riversong Veterinary Clinic
, NC
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes into surgi-packs for autoclave sterilization.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to safeguard against accidental injuries.
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
- Set up appointments for checkups and scheduled veterinary consultations and surgical visits for approximately 15 animals per day.
- Triaged incoming patients arriving for scheduled appointments or on emergent bases to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Provided direct care for animal patients in post-operative recovery, closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Collected and documented animal information such as weight, size, physical condition and food intake.
- Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support, as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Unloaded and organized supplies and product inventory to maximize team efficiency.
- Educated community in responsible pet ownership and wildlife care.
- Collected tissue, feces, blood and urine samples for examination and analysis.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals. Restrained and managed scared and active animals.
- Checked animals' temperature, heart rate and lung sounds.
- Laid out surgical equipment and passed instruments and materials to veterinarian during surgical procedures.
- Administered vaccinations, prepared tissue samples and developed x-rays and radiographs.
- Monitored animals' recovering from surgery and notified veterinarians of any changes.
- Prepared, processed and analyzed lab samples.
- Assisted customers by phone, including scheduling appointments and treatments.
- Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Buncombe Technical Community College
08-2020
Skills
- Reception area maintenance
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Gowning and gloving procedures
- Technologically savvy
- Client education
- Use of muzzles and restraints
- Fear free trained
- Administering subcutaneous medication
- Administering Intramuscular medication
- Administering intravenous medication
- Adaptable and flexible
- Patient and reliable
- Gentle and caring
- Administering first aid
- Detail-oriented
- Customer service skills
- Monitoring recovery
- Post-surgical clean up
- OR sanitation
- Gram-stained slide preparation
- Physical examination
- Sternal and lateral recumbency restraint
- Schirmer tear test
- Ear cleaning
- Elizabethan collar application
- Suture removal
- Feline towel restraint
- Medication labeling and dispensing
- Monitoring low/high intensity anesthesia cases
- Maintain controlled drug inventory
- Bolus medication
- Medical history
- Tonometry
- Aseptic techniques
- Collecting specimens for analysis
- Modified Robert Jones bandage
- Patient bathing
- Maintaining treatment notes
- Vital signs
- Explaining treatment
- Medication administration
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical assistance
- Diagnostic testing
- Veterinary imaging
- Patient triage
- Laboratory analysis
- Customer service
- Record keeping
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- General anesthesia recovery
- Wound treatment
- Inhalant anesthesia
- Intravenous injection
- Medication labeling
- Injectable agent induction
- Fluid therapy
- Heartworm diagnostic testing
- Dental procedures
- Medical record-keeping
- Intravenous catheterization
- Specimen preparation
- Controlled substance management
- Prescribing medication
- Animal examination
- Diagnostic sampling
- Closed-chest CPR
- Emergency and preventive care
- Animal handling
- Anal sac expression
- Recumbency restraint
- Spay and neuter surgeries
- Oral and topical medication administration
- Vaccine administration
- Diagnostic imaging
- Surgical preparation
- Veterinary standards and procedures
- Nail trimming
- Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
- Intramuscular injection
Certification
North Carolina Veterinary Technician #3884 Issued 4/22/2024
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Western Carolina Regional Animal Hospital - Veterinary Emergency Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Veterinary Technician
South Asheville Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital
01.2023 - 12.2025
Veterinary Technician
Brevard Animal Hospital
06.2020 - 05.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Riversong Veterinary Clinic
01.2018 - 02.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Buncombe Technical Community College