Shay Harrison
St. Catharines,ON
Summary
Multitasking Veterinarian Technician offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Animal lover with over 3 years of successfully assisting veterinarians in surgery and taking medical histories. Committed to learning new tasks and considered highly motivated employee.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Niagara Veterinary Emergency Clinic
St. Catharines, ON
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Performed laboratory tasks such as blood draws and sample analysis efficiently within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Collaborated with the veterinary team, contributing to a positive work environment and seamless coordination of patient care.
- Maintained detailed patient records, allowing for efficient communication between team members and streamlined care processes.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Handled emergency situations with a calm demeanor, providing critical support to veterinarians during life-saving interventions.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies to maintain adequate stock levels while minimizing waste.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to patients, promoting their overall well-being and comfort during treatment.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgery, resulting in successful procedures and faster recovery times for patients.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
Veterinary Technician Extern
Shuswap Veterinary Clinic
Salmon Arm, BC
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians and other staff from potential harm.
- Assisted with equine nasogastric tubing
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Application of monitoring equipment (EKG, doppler, capnometer etc)
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Manual CBCs (confirm machine results)
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- IV catheter placement (canine and feline)
- Intubation
- Venipuncture
- IV, IM, and SQ injections
- More to be performed!
Veterinary Assistant
Carlton Animal Hospital
St. Catharines, ON
09.2019 - 04.2023
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical/dentistry equipment and kennels to prevent diseases, control odors, and maintain cleanliness.
- Positioned and restrained animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and for testing (blood work, ear cytology etc.)
- Prepared slides from samples taken
- Monitored patients undergoing surgery, hospitalization, or treatment
- Prepared/transferred animals aseptically for surgery
- Prepared and autoclaved surgical packs
- Assisted with euthanasias
- Client communication - answered phones and emails, booked appointments, explained medication and DVM instructions to owners, new client intake and payment processing.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Ordered/received Vet Purchasing orders.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
Cook
KFC
Beamsville, ON
06.2006 - 11.2018
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Received and put away orders
Housekeeping
Evergreen Resort
Ice Lake, ON
06.2001 - 08.2004
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens, vacuuming floors, making beds and restocking bathroom items.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows and dusting.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Responded to requests from patrons for linens and toiletries.
- Responded and adhered to booking requests
Education
Associate Diploma - Veterinary Technician
University of Guelph - Ridgetown Campus
Ridgetown, ON08.2023
Skills
- Animal Restraint
- Ear Cleaning
- Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
- Cephalic, Jugular and Saphenous Venipuncture Restraint
- Venipuncture
- IV, IM and SQ Injections
- Medical History
- Medication Administration
- Passing Surgical Instruments
- Gowning and Gloving
- Treatment Administration
- Client Education
- File and Records Management
- Digital Radiographs
- Patient Discharges
- Canine and Feline Intubation
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Niagara Veterinary Emergency Clinic
10.2023 - 10.2024
Veterinary Technician Extern
Shuswap Veterinary Clinic
08.2023 - 09.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Carlton Animal Hospital
09.2019 - 04.2023
Cook
KFC
06.2006 - 11.2018
Housekeeping
Evergreen Resort
06.2001 - 08.2004
Associate Diploma - Veterinary Technician
University of Guelph - Ridgetown Campus