Patricia Parent
Calgary,AB
Summary
Adept at enhancing pet health outcomes, my tenure at Vet Strategies showcased my proficiency in anesthesia administration and my ability to foster significant improvements in team efficiency. Skilled in both emergency care and client education, I've effectively mentored staff and elevated patient care standards, embodying a commitment to excellence and compassionate service in veterinary medicine.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Regiatered Veterinary Technologist
Vet Strategies
01.2020 - Current
- Supported optimal health outcomes for pets through precise administration of medications, vaccinations, and therapeutic treatments.
- Assisted veterinarians in complex surgeries while adhering to strict sterile technique protocols to minimize infection risks for patients.
- Enhanced teamwork among veterinary staff through active participation in training sessions, case reviews, and continuing education opportunities.
- Promoted preventive health measures by conducting routine wellness exams, dental cleanings, and diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Educated clients about responsible pet ownership practices including nutrition recommendations, exercise guidelines, behavioral training techniques, and vaccination schedules.
- Improved clinic efficiency by assisting veterinarians with surgical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
Veterinary Technician
City of Calgary Animal Services
01.2005 - 01.2015
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect fellow employees from potential harm.
Veterinary Technician
Western Veterinary Specialist Centre
01.2001 - 12.2005
- Consistently provided high-quality care under pressure, successfully managing multiple priorities during critical situations and emergency scenarios.
- Demonstrated empathy towards patients'' emotional well-being while providing compassionate care under challenging circumstances.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Proactively identified potential complications by closely observing patients for signs of clinical deterioration, alerting medical staff as needed.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care by conducting thorough handovers during shift changes and communicating pertinent information to incoming staff.
- Assisted veterinarians in updating treatment plans by providing accurate and timely information on patients'' progress and response to interventions.
Education
Animal Health Technology Diploma - Veterinary Science
Fairview College
Fairview, AB06-1996
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Anesthesia administration
- Medication dispensing
- Intravenous catheterization
- Fluid therapy
- Medical record-keeping
- Euthanasia assistance
- Emergency care
- Diagnostic imaging
- Vaccine administration
- Preventative care
- Post operative care
- Radiology proficiency
- Physical examinations
- Client education
- Dental procedures
- Blood collection
- Urinalysis interpretation
- Vital signs
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Intravenous injection
- Nail trimming
- Medical history collection
- Surgical procedures and support
- Veterinary office administration
Timeline
Regiatered Veterinary Technologist
Vet Strategies
01.2020 - Current
Veterinary Technician
City of Calgary Animal Services
01.2005 - 01.2015
Veterinary Technician
Western Veterinary Specialist Centre
01.2001 - 12.2005
Animal Health Technology Diploma - Veterinary Science
Fairview College
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