Amy Crawford
Barnstable
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Technician with experience in small animal medicine and surgery. Skilled in anesthesia monitoring, laboratory diagnostics, dental procedures, and patient care. Dedicated to providing high-quality medical support and client education in a team-centered environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Veterinary Technician
Shawme Animal Hospital
Sandwich, MA
03.2023 - Current
- Trained new staff on clinic protocols, equipment usage, and animal handling techniques to improve team performance
- Trained and mentored technicians in surgery
- Created surgical estimates for procedures and appropriately scheduled surgeries for all doctors
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by using autoclave
- Monitored patients vitals under general anesthesia
- Educated clients on post-operative care and general animal wellness
- Performed diagnostic tests, including in house and IDEXX
Server
New Seabury Country Club
Mashpee, MA
05.2017 - 10.2025
- Managed multiple tables efficiently during peak hours, maintaining high service standards
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction
- Monitored dining area cleanliness, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
Veterinary Technician
Sandwich Animal Hospital
Sandwich, MA
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisted answering phones and scheduling appointments
- Recorded patient history and client communications
- Safely restrained patients for exams and procedures
- Monitored patients vitals wile undergoing sedation or anesthesia
- Performed venipuncture and catheter placement
- Maintained a clean and organized hospital and kennel
- Recorded expiration dates of medical supplies and medications
Education
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA05-2020
Skills
- Venipuncture
- IV Catheterization
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Dental Radiographs
- Client education
- Animal restraint
- Conflict resolution
Accomplishments
- Certified Veterinary Technician- Massachusetts (2020-current)
- Certified RECOVER Basic Life Support (2025-current)
- Member, Massachusetts Veterinary Technician Association (MVTA 2020- current)
Internships
- Cape Wildlife Center (August 2020)
- Barnstable Animal Hospital (September 2020)
- ENDIP Wildlife Experience (December 2020)
- Cape Cod Vet Specialists Physical Therapy & Rehab (January 2020)
Timeline
Lead Veterinary Technician
Shawme Animal Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Sandwich Animal Hospital
05.2021 - 02.2023
Server
New Seabury Country Club
05.2017 - 10.2025
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
University of Massachusetts Amherst