Enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Technologist equipped with a medical background and compassion for both animals and people.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Remote Clinic Registered Veterinary Technologist
Winnipeg Humane Society
08.2022 - Current
Casual position with the Winnipeg Humane Society working in remote communities to provide veterinary care.
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and overtime as needed.
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Experience and willingness to travel for work.
Ability to work well in new environments.
Comfortable and enthusiastic about educating people of communities served.
Registered Veterinary Technologist
Grant Park Animal Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Improving upon technical skills in a clinical setting (phlebotomy, patient care, emergency and critical care, anesthesia monitoring) by maintaining annual CE and continuously seeking learning opportunities.
Taking on more responsibilities as a senior technologist such as: training new staff members and RVT students, being the designated team member to coordinate and schedule all surgeries for Great Plains Veterinary Services, and creating educational material for both staff and clients.
Experience with travelling to work in remote communities such as Churchill, MB, Rankin Inlet, NU, Ebb and Flow, MB
Continuously developing knowledge and skills working with exotic animals (rodent, avian, aquatic and reptile species).
Ability to work under pressure and in crisis/emergency settings.
Registered Veterinary Technologist
Tuxedo Animal Hospital
06.2019 - 07.2021
Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments.
Maintained daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, drug logs and routine records.
Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
Processed financial transactions for clients.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Registered Veterinary Technician - Animal Health Technology
Red River College
Winnipeg, MB
2016
Skills
Aseptic surgical techniques
Quick to grasp new concepts
Radiography
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Microsoft Office
Cornerstone and Idexx Neo software experience
Phlebotomy
Drug calculations
Humane Animal Restraints
Post-surgical Monitoring
Client Counseling
Patient Triage
References
Available upon request.
Volunteer Activities and Interests
Experience fostering for multiple animal rescues throughout Manitoba
Pet sitting, dog walking
Member of the Rainbow Resource Centre's Trans Masculine support group
Member of the Out There extracurricular activities group
Proud Metis person
Timeline
Remote Clinic Registered Veterinary Technologist
Winnipeg Humane Society
08.2022 - Current
Registered Veterinary Technologist
Grant Park Animal Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Registered Veterinary Technologist
Tuxedo Animal Hospital
06.2019 - 07.2021
Registered Veterinary Technician - Animal Health Technology
Red River College
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