Candace Julian
Rover
Sterling
1
Certification
27
years of professional experience
Caring and compassionate veterinary technician with 19+ years of experience in a fast paced and busy veterinary teaching school. I am eager to support Tufts again in its mission to improve the quality of life for patients, and aiding in the education of the next generation of veterinary students and veterinary technicians.
Work History
Rover/Dogwalker/Animal Caretaker
11 Months- Provided safe and reliable pet care services, ensuring pets' well-being during client bookings.
- Communicated effectively with pet owners to understand needs and preferences for personalized service.
- Managed scheduling and confirmed appointments, adapting to last-minute changes efficiently.
- Utilized company app to track visits, manage payments, and update client records accurately.
- Developed rapport with clients through exceptional service, leading to repeat business opportunities.
- Conducted thorough meet-and-greets with potential clients to establish rapport and assess compatibility between sitter services and pet needs.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized pet care services and addressing individual needs.
- Collaborated with fellow Rover sitters to coordinate shared clientele, fostering a supportive community among service providers.
- Developed a loyal client base that consistently referred new customers, contributing to the growth of my Rover business.
- Enhanced pet safety by staying vigilant during walks and playtime, ensuring a secure environment for all animals.
- Administered medications as needed, contributing to the overall health of the pets in my care.
- Managed multiple bookings simultaneously, maintaining high-quality care standards for each pet regardless of workload demands.
- Provided exercise for pets through engaging walks and play sessions, supporting their physical fitness needs.
- Delivered attentive overnight care services, ensuring pets were comfortable while their owners were away.
- Managed daily dog walking schedules to ensure timely and reliable service.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting routes based on weather conditions or pet behavior.
- Coordinated with pet owners regarding special requests or concerns for optimal service delivery.
- Cleaned up after dogs and properly disposed of waste to keep community clean and free of potential hazards.
- Delivered peace of mind for clients by providing regular updates and photos of their pets during walks, resulting in repeat bookings.
- Ensured safety of pets during walks by adhering to leash laws and monitoring for potential hazards.
- Built trust with clients by consistently maintaining clear communication regarding their pets'' needs and progress.
- Monitored health of pets during walks, reporting any concerns or changes in behavior to owners promptly.
- Assisted in reducing separation anxiety in pets by offering consistent companionship during owner absences.
- Cleaned and monitored several hot spots on a variety of dogs. Also gave clients wound care education .
Surgical Instrument Technician
5 Years 8 Months- Sterilized and prepared surgical instruments for procedures, adhering to strict hygiene protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in instrument preparation workflows.
- Conducted thorough manual cleaning processes for delicate or specialized equipment not suitable for machine washing.
- Ensured proper disposal or recycling of single-use devices according to established guidelines and regulations.
- Cleaned laundry and wrapped surgical gowns and towels.
- Maintained inventory of surgical instruments, ensuring availability and compliance with safety standards.
Surgical Veterinary Technician
20 Years 3 Months- Developed and implemented efficient workflow processes in busy clinical environments.
- Working knowledge of surgical instrumentation, surgical equipment, and surgical procedures for soft tissue, orthopedic, and exotic procedures.
- Clipping hair and cleaning the surgical site on the animal for multiple types of surgeries ( ortho, wounds, soft tissue).
- Setting up surgical suite and gathering specific items before and during the surgical procedure.
- Clean, assemble, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment.
- Trained and managed new veterinary technicians as well as undergraduate veterinary students for the daily surgical work load and on call emergencies.
- Assisted and communicated with various departments within the teaching hospital and the surgery department for the daily care of surgical patients.
- Ordered, received, checked in, stocked, maintained, and consolidated surgical instruments, surgical equipment,and surgical supplies.
- Facilitated repairs of surgical equipment and surgical instruments.
- Maintained sterility and cleanliness in all surgical suites.
- Organized the surgery SOAP book and surgical procedure book for reference materials.
- Worked on a variety of emergency procedures-c sections, abdominal explores, fractures, laminectomies, ophthalmology surgeries, bite wounds, thoracotomies.
- Scrub nurse for a variety of soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries.
- Operated a C-ARM machine during orthopedic procedures.
- Physical stamina and ability to handle animals safely, all while keeping a positive attitude.
- Commitment to continuing education each year.
- Strong understanding of veterinary anatomy and physiology.
- Supported veterinary surgeons and residents during complex procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Technology
Skills
Surgical procedures and support
Surgical preparation
Patient positioning
Instrument pack sterilization
Aseptic techniques
Gowning and gloving procedures
Certification
- Certified veterinary technician, 1999-2026.
Timeline
Rover/Dogwalker/Animal Caretaker
Rover
09.2025 - 08.2026Read More
Surgical Instrument Technician
Dr. Robert McCarthy
01.2014 - 09.2019Read More
Surgical Veterinary Technician
Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine
06.1999 - 09.2019Read More
Mount Ida College
Bachelor of Science from Veterinary Technology
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