Sydney Nicholls
Coquitlam,BC
Summary
Detail-oriented Veterinary Technician with 5 years of relevant experience and specific expertise in small animal practice. Dedicated to excellent animal care and client service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Veterinary Assistant
Riverwood Veterinary Clinic
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
Veterinary Assistant
Burnaby New Westminster Animal Hospital
02.2019 - 02.2022
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
Education
Veterinary Technician
Douglas College
Coquitlam, BC06.2025
Veterinary Office And Animal Care
Douglas College
New Westminster, BC03.2022
Skills
- English proficient with excellent written and communication skills
- Surgical experience
- Attention to detail and a high degree of organization
- Team oriented and able to communicate well with colleagues
- Fear Free Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Veterinary Radiation Safety
- Cornerstone, Avimark, Smart Flow
- Fear Free
- 'Daily Nutrition Matters' through Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets
- Various Veterinary Specific CE
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Riverwood Veterinary Clinic
02.2022 - 05.2023
Veterinary Assistant
Burnaby New Westminster Animal Hospital
02.2019 - 02.2022
Veterinary Technician
Douglas College
Veterinary Office And Animal Care
Douglas College
- Veterinary Radiation Safety
- Cornerstone, Avimark, Smart Flow
- Fear Free
- 'Daily Nutrition Matters' through Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets
- Various Veterinary Specific CE
Similar Profiles
Kendall MccandlessKendall Mccandless
LVT at Boundary Bay Specialty HospitalLVT at Boundary Bay Specialty Hospital
Valerie FarquharValerie Farquhar
Veterinary Assistant at Boundary Bay Specialty Animal HospitalVeterinary Assistant at Boundary Bay Specialty Animal Hospital
Jordan MeyerJordan Meyer
Certified Veterinary Technician at BAY STATE VETERINARY EMERGENCY SERVICES & SPECIALTYCertified Veterinary Technician at BAY STATE VETERINARY EMERGENCY SERVICES & SPECIALTY