RVT with 5+ years of experience in the exotics and small animal veterinary eld. Specialized in providing patient care, diagnostics, assisting in surgical procedures and monitoring anesthesia.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical RVT
Fuller Animal Specialty Surgery
09.2023 - Current
Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
Lead RVT
Rutherford Veterinary Clinic
06.2020 - 04.2023
Performed diagnostic procedures (x-ray, ultrasound, urinalysis, cytology, phlebotomy)
Daily technical procedures such as nail trims, anal gland expression, suture/staple removal, bandage or splint change, injections, cystocentesis, etc
Provided surgical assistance, maintained a sterile eld, and managed anesthesia in surgical procedures such as: orthopaedic (CBLO, FHO, MPL), foreign body, amputations, and emergencies (lacerations, pyometra)
Performed dental radiographs and prophylaxis (ultrasonic cleaning, scaling, polishing, charting)
Managed hospital supplies and pharmacy inventory, including WDDC ordering, inventory count, Summit Pharmacy inventory and ordering
Managed all control substance logs, including inventory count and receiving orders
Ensured thorough record keeping in Avimark software client communications, medical records, anesthetic monitoring records, TPPs, surgery logs, etc
Completed and maintained compliance with yearly PIPS Quality Assurance Guides
Client communication and education for post-operative patients, patients with chronic conditions, nutritional inquiries, and behavioural concerns
AHT Assistant
VCA Canada Riverbend Veterinary Hospital
10.2018 - 05.2020
Assisted with restraint for small animals, avian and exotic species
Provided care for boarding patients, including administration of medication
Assisted with minor procedures such as nail trims, anal gland expression, fluids, etc