Amanda Vesely, RVT
Long Beach
Summary
A responsible & compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician with 16+ years of experience in animal care & 10 years of specialized medical support to veterinarians. Fueled by an innate empathy for all animals. Maintains meticulous attention to detail, while ensuring the highest standards of patient care, clinic operations & client experience. Passionate about client connections through education & commitment to improving the human-animal bond. Dedication to ongoing professional development to provide the utmost quality patient care & support to veterinarians.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Tustin Care Animal Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- Patient care including in-hospital treatments, surgical induction & intubation, anesthetic monitoring & recovery.
- Venipuncture & IV catheter placement.
- Accurately calculated medication & fluid dosing.
- Management of Controlled Substance inventory & Cures reporting.
- Prescription refills with DVM approval & education to clients on importance of annual exam & monitoring lab work.
- Processed laboratory tests, including blood work, urinalysis & ear cytology.
- Performed dental prophylaxis & basic dental extractions.
- Maintained accurate & thorough patient records to optimize doctor’s time.
Registered Veterinary Technician
Canine Rehabilitation of Orange County
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Physical Examination of patients prior to participating in physical therapies, promptly reporting abnormalities to DVM & Certified Rehabilitation Practitioner.
- Performed Rehabilitation Modalities including therapeutic Massage & Stretching, PROM, Underwater Treadmill Therapy, Proprioception & Balance Exercises, Conditioning & Strengthening regimens.
- Meticulously document and track patient progress, ensuring accurate charting & detailed observations of therapies.
- Skilled in applying Laser Therapy prioritizing patient safety requirements & comfort.
Registered Veterinary Technician
Integrative Pet Wellness Center
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Thrived in an open-concept setting demonstrating exceptional skill in venipuncture & treatments with owners present while fostering a calm & empathic environment.
- Partnered with veterinarians to interpret lab work, microbiome reports, vaccine titers & vitamin analysis with ability to educate clients on results.
- Assisted with keeping patients comfortable during acupuncture treatments.
- Executed inventory processes & development of SOPs for efficient inventory operations.
- Provided technical assistance to DVMs & board-certified oncologist during palliative care, western medical therapies & holistic modalities.
- Proficiently executed alternative procedures.
- Cultivated a growing knowledge in holistic treatments, herbal medicine, massage therapy, importance of nutrition & microbiome health.
Hospital Manager
Thrive
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed hospital staff, ensuring smooth operations, patient care & client experience.
- Excelled in inventory & payroll management, prioritizing precision.
- Addressed client conflicts with clear communication & compassionate resolution.
- Efficiently managed doctor & staff schedules, optimizing patient care & workflow.
- Upheld company and OSHA standards for a safe & compliant work environment.
- Training of new & current staff, including cross-training.
- Utilized fear-free restraint techniques, ensuring patient comfort during procedures.
- Patient care including in-hospital treatments, IV catheter placement, surgical induction & intubation, anesthetic monitoring & recovery.
Shift Lead/Registered Veterinary Technician
Banfield
04.2015 - 04.2021
- Provided seamless coverage & management of hospital inventory in the absence of the Practice Manager maintaining operational continuity.
- Collected prepared & processed diverse lab samples including urinalysis, hematology, fecal & ear cytology.
- Compassionate support to doctors & clients for end-of-life care & humane euthanasia.
- Proficient radiograph techniques, producing clear & informative diagnostic images.
- Gathered thorough patient histories & maintained accurate medical documentation.
Education
Certifications:
Skills
- Medical record-keeping
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Client Education
- Venipuncture & IV Catheter Placement
- Controlled Substance Management
- Low Stress Restraint & Handling
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Tustin Care Animal Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Registered Veterinary Technician
Canine Rehabilitation of Orange County
01.2024 - 09.2024
Registered Veterinary Technician
Integrative Pet Wellness Center
01.2022 - 01.2024
Hospital Manager
Thrive
04.2021 - 09.2022
Shift Lead/Registered Veterinary Technician
Banfield
04.2015 - 04.2021
Certifications: