Danielle Gautreau
Calgary,AB
Summary
Passionate and professional RVT proficient in emergency medicine and anesthesia with primary care experience including dentistry. Dedicated to maintaining high standards of care through hard work and attention to detail. Proven history of building strong client relationships through compassionate care and exceptional service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
VetCare Canada
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Proficient in anesthesia, dental radiographs, dental prophylaxis and blocks
- Maintained detailed patient records
- Provided excellent client and patient care
- Developed operating procedures and protocols to increase standard of care
- Training of new staff members
Registered Veterinary Technician
Woodlands/ Bowmont Veterinary Group
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Proficient with anesthesia, dentistry, triage, and primary care
- Handled emergency situations with a calm demeanor
- Effectively communicated medical needs and diagnoses of patients to pet owners under supervision of DVM
- Provided excellent patient and client care resulting in client retention and new clients
- Fear free and low stress handling skills
- Managed clinic inventory
- Developed nutritional weight management program
ICU Registered Veterinary Technician
Fish Creek 24 Hour Pet Hospital
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Placement and securing of indwelling urinary catheters in blocked male cats.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care
- Remained calm and focused during emergencies
ICU Registered Veterinary Technician
McKnight 24 Hour Veterinary Hospital
05.2017 - 03.2018
- Placement of nasogastric feeding tubes
- Exotic and wildlife experience including ferrets, rabbits, and birds.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment
Surgical and ER Registered Veterinary Technician
SAVE Southern Alberta Veterinary Emergency
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Prepared patients for surgery, developed doctor guided anesthetic plans, and monitored anesthetic for Dr. Audrey Remedios during orthopedic, upper respiratory, and abdominal surgeries
- Performed surgical nursing care for emergency and routine procedures including GDV, caesarean section, and cystotomy.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Registered Veterinary Technician
Killarney Cat Hospital
03.2016 - 11.2016
- AAFP Accredited Cat-Friendly Practice
- Proficient in feline friendly handling
- Cat-specific experience including surgery, dentistry, handling, and grooming
- Assisted veterinarian with IV catheter placement and provided compassionate client care during house-call euthanasia
- Clinic Nutritional Advocate
- Developed clinic weight loss program
Education
AHT Diploma - Animal Health Technology
Olds College
Olds, AB06.2016
Skills
- Emergency and preventative care
- Skilled with anesthesia and surgical nursing
- Positive attitude
- Strong work ethic
- Feline friendly handing and low-stress canine handling
- Calm Under Pressure
- Proficient in Client Engagement
- Medical record-keeping
- Nutritional counseling
Additional Information
- Upholding high standards of care and staying up to date on medical advancements
- Strong interest in preventative medicine
- Interest in therapeutic and wellness nutrition
- Passionate about animal behavior and dog training
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
VetCare Canada
09.2022 - 02.2024
Registered Veterinary Technician
Woodlands/ Bowmont Veterinary Group
10.2019 - 04.2021
ICU Registered Veterinary Technician
Fish Creek 24 Hour Pet Hospital
03.2018 - 01.2019
ICU Registered Veterinary Technician
McKnight 24 Hour Veterinary Hospital
05.2017 - 03.2018
Surgical and ER Registered Veterinary Technician
SAVE Southern Alberta Veterinary Emergency
11.2016 - 05.2017
Registered Veterinary Technician
Killarney Cat Hospital
03.2016 - 11.2016
AHT Diploma - Animal Health Technology
Olds College
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