Imani Call
Oceanside
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled Veterinary Technician with extensive experience in domestic, exotic, and wildlife patient care. Passionate about Fear Free handling and stress-reduction techniques. Proven ability to prioritize and perform under high-pressure, unconventional, and fast-paced conditions while fostering teamwork, open communication, and independent problem-solving. Committed to continuous professional development to advance patient care, implement best practices, and contribute to the growth and excellence of the clinic or facility.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Technician
SeaWorld
San Diego, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Full Time / Veterinary Technician
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to diverse marine animal species, ensuring optimal health and welfare.
- Conduct anesthesia ensuring safe induction, maintenance, and monitoring in clinic , in the field and other unconventional settings.
- Collaboration with keepers and veterinarians to navigate unforeseen challenges effectively. Cultivated a culture of transparent communication to enhance team dynamics.
- Experience in handling varied wildlife and zoo animals supporting and encouraging a fear free approach to minimize stress and ensure safety for both animal and staff.
- Collecting samples for diagnostic testing including bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal, radiography, and other diagnostics
- Maintain accurate medical records and daily reports. Assisting in tracking inventories and supply logs.
- Achieve procedural readiness through ensuring proper care and maintenance of Specialized equipment such as Endoscopy scopes . Ability to operate gas and steam sterilization machines.
Veterinary Technician / Shift Lead
Veterinary Emergency Group
Encinitas, CA
11.2021 - 05.2025
- Full Time Veterinary Technician / Shift Lead
- Assisted veterinarians during surgical procedures by maintaining sterile environments and ensuring proper handling of instruments and equipment.
- Monitored a wide range of patients, from stable to critical, by assessing vital signs, documenting clinical changes, and promptly communicating concerns to the veterinary team.
- Demonstrated proficiency in advanced vascular and enteral access techniques, including jugular venous ,sampling lines and intraosseous catheterization, urinary catheter placement, NG/E-tube management.
- Administered medications and treatments under direct veterinary orders, adhering strictly to the five rights of medication administration.
- Developed and implemented efficient patient intake workflows, reducing wait times and improving overall service quality.
- Educated pet owners on post-treatment care and preventive health measures to support long-term animal well-being.
- Fostered a collaborative work environment that promoted open communication and continuous learning.
- Onboarding and training initiatives for new staff to ensure compliance with clinical protocols and effective emergency response.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of emergency training programs that improved care and handling standards for wildlife and exotic species.
Veterinary Technician INC/ICU patient care
Veterinary Specialty Hospital
San Marcos, CA
10.2017 - 01.2021
- Full Time Veterinary Technician INC/ICU patient care
- Demonstrated proficiency in advanced vascular and enteral access techniques, including jugular venous ,sampling lines and intraosseous catheterization, urinary catheter placement, NG/E-tube management.
- Administered medications and treatments under direct veterinary orders, adhering strictly to the five rights of medication administration.
- Prioritize in-patient hourly treatments and delegate tasks. Triage critical patients, recognize changes in patient status and report to doctor, educate/update owners on patient status, discharge patients from the hospital.
- Demonstrate the ability to excel in fast-paced, high-stress environments through collaboration and effective communication.
- Proven ability to function independently in high-demand situations.
Veterinary Assistant / ER swing
VCA North Coast Animal Hospital
Encinitas, CA
04.2017 - 01.2020
- Veterinary Assistant / ER swing
Veterinary Assistant/ Kennel Assistant
Palomar Animal Hospital
Vista, CA
07.2012 - 11.2014
- Veterinary Assistant/ Kennel Assistant
Education
Veterinary Technology -Alternate Route - Veterinary Technology
Platt College
Alhambra, CA07-2018
High School -
Mission Vista High School
Oceanside, CA06.2013
Associate of Veterinary Technology - Veterinary Science
Penn Foster
Online 02-2017
Skills
- Wildlife ,exotic and domestic animal handling (Fear Free, stress reduction)
- Triage, stabilization & critical patient monitoring
- Anesthesia, surgery assistance & sterile technique
- Prepare, administer, and dispense medications, vaccines, and treatments following the five rights
- Venipuncture & advanced catheter placement (urinary, jugular, IO, NG/E-tube)
- Teamwork, communication & independent problem-solving
- Prioritize and manage multiple tasks in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
Certification
- BLS/ALS Recovery CPR certified
- AAHA Anesthesia Safety and Monitoring Guidelines Certificate
- Avian Fear free certified
- Registered Veterinary Technician #16375
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
SeaWorld
02.2025 - Current
Veterinary Technician / Shift Lead
Veterinary Emergency Group
11.2021 - 05.2025
Veterinary Technician INC/ICU patient care
Veterinary Specialty Hospital
10.2017 - 01.2021
Veterinary Assistant / ER swing
VCA North Coast Animal Hospital
04.2017 - 01.2020
Veterinary Assistant/ Kennel Assistant
Palomar Animal Hospital
07.2012 - 11.2014
Veterinary Technology -Alternate Route - Veterinary Technology
Platt College
High School -
Mission Vista High School
Associate of Veterinary Technology - Veterinary Science
Penn Foster