Justine Kalbe, RVT
Parry Sound,ON
Summary
Accomplished Registered Veterinary Technician with a proven track record at Parry Sound Animal Hospital, excelling in patient care and delivering exceptional client communication. Skilled in radiographs, laboratory techniques, and placing IV catheters. Gaining more experience with anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring while consistently enhancing animal welfare and client satisfaction. Demonstrates strong aseptic techniques, contributing to a significant improvement in treatment outcomes. Thrives in a supportive team environment that emphasizes the importance of patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on extra training to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Parry Sound Animal Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using Avimark.
- Laboratory techniques including urinalysis, fecal flotations, ear swabs, cytology, and bloodwork including preparing and sending samples to Idexx.
- Surgical duties including patient preparation, placing IV catheters, monitoring, and post-op care with home care instructions.
- Diagnostic imaging using digital software and dental radiographs.
- Filling prescriptions and assisting Doctor's with patient restraint and handling with an emphasis on fear free techniques.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
Kennel Staff
The Dog House
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Encouraged playtime for the dogs while maintaining staff and animal safety.
Parks and Recreation Labourer
The Town of Parry Sound
06.2020 - 09.2023
- Park maintenance including cutting grass, watering flowers, garbage clean-up, and painting.
- Working community events such as rib fest, poutine fest, and the annual RACH tournament
- Painting soccer fields, dragging baseball diamonds and
COVID-19 Screener
West Parry Sound Health Center
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Donned and removed personal protective equipment (PPE) per company protocols.
- Protected individual confidentiality as prescribed by local, state, and federal mandates.
- Oversaw in-person and curbside patient registration and processing.
- Obtained temperatures of visitors and employees at entry of facility and asked screening questions.
- Educated staff and visitors on importance of proper hygiene and social distancing to practice protective measures and avoid infection transmission.
Dietary Aide/Cook
The Garden's of Parry Sound Retirement Residence
05.2016 - 08.2020
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Cut, sliced and ground meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
Education
Veterinary Technician National Exam
07.2024
Diploma - Veterinary Technician
Northern College
Haileybury, On04.2024
High School Diploma -
Parry Sound High School
Parry Sound, ON06.2020
Skills
- Client communication
- Pre and Post Operative Care
- Medication administration
- Parasite control
- Sample Collection
- Anesthesia Administration
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Patient Monitoring
- Physical examination
- IV catheter placement
- Dietary recommendations
- Aseptic Techniques
- Patient restraint
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Parry Sound Animal Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Kennel Staff
The Dog House
09.2023 - 03.2024
COVID-19 Screener
West Parry Sound Health Center
11.2020 - 07.2022
Parks and Recreation Labourer
The Town of Parry Sound
06.2020 - 09.2023
Dietary Aide/Cook
The Garden's of Parry Sound Retirement Residence
05.2016 - 08.2020
Veterinary Technician National Exam
Diploma - Veterinary Technician
Northern College
High School Diploma -
Parry Sound High School
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