Maegan Dollete
Fort McMurray
Summary
Registered Veterinary Technologist with hands-on clinical experience in companion animal practice. Excelling in emergency and critical care settings. Experienced in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, diagnostic radiography, dental prophylaxis, pharmacology, hospitalized patient care, and client communication and education. Reliable, adaptable, and calm under pressure, with a strong commitment to patient welfare, teamwork, and high-quality clinical care. Eager to continue expanding clinical skills and experience within a progressive veterinary hospital.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technologist
Fort Mcmurray Animal Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- One of the primary emergency on-call technicians, providing support for urgent and after-hours cases
- Confident in assisting with emergency and critical care patients, including rapid triage and stabilization. Monitoring hospitalized and critical patients, recognizing and reporting any changes in condition.
- Administered medications and vaccinations under veterinarian supervision, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Assisted in surgical preparation, anesthesia induction, monitoring, and patient recovery.
- Conducted routine health assessments, documenting findings to support diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Performed venipuncture and laboratory sample collection and processing.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and preventive health measures for optimal animal wellness.
- Performed routine dental prophylaxis, including scaling, polishing, dental charting, and anesthesia monitoring, while following strict safety and infection control protocols
- Capture high-quality diagnostic radiographs while adhering to radiation safety and ALARA protocols
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Fort Mcmurray SPCA
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted veterinarian and technicians in performing examinations and treatments on animals.
- Administered oral and topical medications accurately and on schedule.
- Maintained accurate medical records for all patients to support veterinary staff.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and general animal wellness practices.
- Ensured cleanliness of examination and surgical areas, sterilizing instruments upholding biosecurity protocols.
- Monitored and recorded daily health status and behavioral observations of resident animals, reporting any changes to the veterinary team.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Supported veterinary team with timely documentation of patient records, enabling accurate tracking of treatment plans and progress.
- Provide compassionate care, comfort, and appropriate low-stress restraint during treatments and examinations
- Safely transport animals to and from kennels and treatment areas
Practicum Veterinary Technician Student
Northern Veterinary Services
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in basic animal handling and restraint
- Completed surgical preparation and observed spay and neuter procedures, ensuring compliance with veterinary protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored patient vitals during anesthesia and recovery, providing support to technicians and veterinarians.
- Performed laboratory tests, accurately analyzing samples for diagnostic purposes and treatment plans.
- Supported reception duties, including answering phones and booking appointments
- Followed clinic safety, cleanliness, and sanitization protocols
Shadowing Student
Aurora Veterinary Clinic
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Observed veterinary procedures to gain practical knowledge of animal care and clinic operations.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment to support daily clinic activities.
- Shadowed veterinarians and technicians during examinations to understand diagnostic processes and treatment plans.
- Engaged with clients to enhance communication skills and improve customer service experience.
Education
Diploma - Animal Health Technology
Lakeland College
Vermilion, AB06-2023
Skills
- Client communication and education
- Anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Emergency and critical care support
- Medication preparation and administration
- Venipuncture, IV catheter placement and maintenance
- Laboratory sample collection and processing
- Low-stress handling and restraint, practicing Fear-Free techniques
- Providing compassionate patient care
- Multitasking and prioritization in fast-paced environments
- Calm, efficient performance under stress
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technologist
Fort Mcmurray Animal Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Practicum Veterinary Technician Student
Northern Veterinary Services
07.2023 - 08.2023
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Fort Mcmurray SPCA
05.2022 - 05.2024
Shadowing Student
Aurora Veterinary Clinic
07.2021 - 08.2021
Diploma - Animal Health Technology
Lakeland College