Courtney Auger
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Veterinary professional prepared to excel in critical care settings. Proven track record in delivering high-quality patient care and supporting various medical teams efficiently. Reliable team player with focus on adaptability and patient care. Skilled in emergency procedures and patient assessment with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Critical Care Technician Assistant
VCA Canada C.A.R.E Center
10.2018 - Current
- Consistently provided high-quality care under pressure, successfully managing multiple priorities during critical situations and emergency scenarios.
- Patient care including walks, feedings, TPRs, bathing and general care and cleanliness.
- Developed and maintain appropriate communication with coworkers and hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Proactively identified potential complications by closely observing patients for signs of clinical deterioration, alerting doctors and technicians as needed.
- Evaluate patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care by relaying important medical information on patients during shift changes to incoming staff
- Assisting criticalists and emergency doctors in updating treatment plans by providing accurate and timely information on patients'' progress and response to interventions.
- Collaborated with hospital and facility staff to provide correct patient treatments.
- Completing daily owner updates, patient billing, reviewing and creating estimates, providing financial updates in order for clients to be properly informed of their pets condition and their financial status.
- Supporting veterinarians and technicians during invasive procedures like central line placements, endotracheal intubations, blood/plasma transfusions, naso gastric tube placement, chest tube placements, bandage and wound care management, non ambulatory patient care, and urinary catheter care
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive support to veterinarians and technicians during critical procedures and interventions.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, defibrillation, and emergency airway management
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Trained and coached new employees, intern veterinarians, new veterinary technicians and emergency veterinary technicians on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Caregiver
Springbank Pet Resort
11.2017 - Current
- Animal caregiver responsible for providing care to many dogs of all shapes, sizes and temperaments
- General tasks include feeding, medications, cleaning of pet living areas and messes and ensuring the well being of every animal in my care
- Training new members of the resort, to ensure the standards are met for the care of the animals
- Handling aggressive and large dogs, as well as breaking up dogs fights and tending to the injured
Pet sitter/Dog walker
Assured Home and Pet Care
10.2017 - Current
- Professional animal pet sitter and dog walker
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being at all times.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text. Built trust with clients by consistently demonstrating reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail in all aspects of pet care provision.
- Conducted regular home visits to check on pets while owners were away, providing peace of mind through routine updates.
Packer
AMJ Campbell Van Lines
01.2008 - Current
- Overseeing the packing up of household contents while ensuring my crew is on task to complete the job in a professional manner and within the specified time frame
- As a supervisor main duties include paperwork on every job completion as well as employee evaluations, problem solving and the need to respond to various degrees of distress with customers and employees. Assisting in warehouse duties and helping other crews on various job sites throughout the city
Part Time Data Capturer
Sol Optix
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Part time assistance with Data entry skills, photography skills, as well as setting up and handling the transition from hard copy data entry to soft copy data entry
- Handling inventory stock take at the warehouse and assisted in store whenever necessary
Contracted Parcel Courier
Australia Post
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Hired to deliver parcels in a company van in various sub divisions within the Adelaide region
Head Softball Coach
Scotch College Primary School
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Coached youth (8-9 year old girls) in various softball skills and team work
- Constructed practice and game plans to ensure valuable skills in softball and everyday life were met
Server
Newmarket Hotel
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Worked as a server which included: Helping in the kitchen, Expediting food, supervise the gaming room, assisted the bar during the rush, greeting and seating customers, serving customers, cleaning up the restaurant, as well as assisting in the success of various functions held at the hotel
Education
Bachelors of Multidisciplinary - Psychology and Criminal Justice
University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, Texas06-2012
Associates Degree -
Seward County Community College
Liberal, Kansas06-2009
High school diploma -
Austin O'Brien Catholic High School
06-2007
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 07/19/89
References
Available upon request
Professional softball experience
- Received athletic softball scholarship to Seward County Community College., 2007 - 2009
- First and Third team NJCAA softball All American
- Induction into the Hall of Fame at Seward County Community College
- Received an athletic softball scholarship to the University of Texas at El Paso., 2009 - 2012
- Played internationally in Germany in the first division., 2012 and 2013
- Played internationally in Australia with a first division team., 2012 - 2016
- Worked on the Jamaican National Softball Olympic Team Program., Winter 2016
- Played in the Spanish softball league Summer 2017
- Played in the Italian professional softball league in Parma, Italy., Summer 2018
Timeline
Critical Care Technician Assistant
VCA Canada C.A.R.E Center
10.2018 - Current
Caregiver
Springbank Pet Resort
11.2017 - Current
Pet sitter/Dog walker
Assured Home and Pet Care
10.2017 - Current
Part Time Data Capturer
Sol Optix
01.2017 - 04.2017
Contracted Parcel Courier
Australia Post
01.2013 - 01.2016
Head Softball Coach
Scotch College Primary School
01.2013 - 01.2015
Server
Newmarket Hotel
01.2012 - 01.2013
Packer
AMJ Campbell Van Lines
01.2008 - Current
Bachelors of Multidisciplinary - Psychology and Criminal Justice
University of Texas At El Paso
Associates Degree -
Seward County Community College
High school diploma -
Austin O'Brien Catholic High School
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