Mari Miyamoto
Burnaby,Canada
Summary
To obtain a position in which I will be able to make good use of my skills, abilities, and knowledge as a registered veterinary technician.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RVT
North West Nuclear Medicine for Animals
03.2022 - Current
- Monitored hospitalized patient vitals and behavior daily, and charted the information in EZ Vet program
- Educated pet owners on all aspects of radioiodine therapy including radiation safety post treament
- Administered medications and treatments to hospitalized patients
- Collected and prepared blood samples for laboratory testing as well as running them on in house lab machines.
- Handled fractious patients in a calm manner in order to reduce stress and prevent them from escalating
RVT
BC Cancer Agency
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Performed veterinary procedures with research animals including: conducting health checks; handling and restraining rodents; administration of medications or other substances by injection, orally or topically; euthanasia; collection of biosamples
- Provided basic husbandry, including health, behaviour and welfare surveillance of laboratory animals; along with continuous awareness of current species-specific welfare issues, such as common signs of illness, pain, trauma or depression
- Maintained departmental inventory of supplies and equipment necessary for technical procedures and facility operation, including pharmaceuticals, needles/syringes, PPE, custodial supplies and food
RVT
Urban Animal Hospital
05.2020 - 02.2021
- Aided veterinarian in surgical veterinary procedures
- Administered vaccinations and medications, ensuring compliance with veterinary protocols.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
RVT
Ambleside Animal Hospital
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Supported doctors during surgeries by preparing the patients, maintaining surgical equipment, and monitoring patient's condition following surgery
- Aided in physical examinations of animals by recording basic vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and respiration data
- Prepared and administered medications, vaccines and other treatments as prescribed by DVM
- Guaranteed clinic cleanliness for all facilities including surgery suites, examination rooms, and treatment area to prohibit the spread of infection
Veterinary Assistant
Hollyburn Veterinary Hospital
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Monitor animals recovering from surgery
- Drew up vaccines and assisted DVM during exams
- Dispense medications
- Processed client payments, sent invoices
Veterinary Assistant
Urban Animal Hospital
09.2014 - 12.2017
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Dispensed medications, filled prescriptions
- Assisted clients by phone, including scheduling appointments and treatments
Education
Veterinary Technology Diploma -
Douglas College
Coquitlam, BC01-2019
Veterinary Assistant Diploma -
West Coast College of Health Care
Surrey, BC01-2014
High School Diploma -
Moscrop Secondary School
Burnaby, BC01-2011
Skills
- Experienced in animal handling and nursing techniques
- Educated in animal health, anatomy and physiology, vaccine protocols and parasitology
- Comfortable with client education and communication skills
- WHMIS, Radiation Safety 2017
- Experience with veterinary software programs (Cornerstone, Mosaic Vivarium, EZ Vet)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
RVT
North West Nuclear Medicine for Animals
03.2022 - Current
RVT
BC Cancer Agency
03.2021 - 12.2021
RVT
Urban Animal Hospital
05.2020 - 02.2021
RVT
Ambleside Animal Hospital
05.2019 - 04.2020
Veterinary Assistant
Hollyburn Veterinary Hospital
05.2018 - 09.2018
Veterinary Assistant
Urban Animal Hospital
09.2014 - 12.2017
Veterinary Technology Diploma -
Douglas College
Veterinary Assistant Diploma -
West Coast College of Health Care
High School Diploma -
Moscrop Secondary School