Veterinary Technician/Assistant with a proven track record at Eastfield Hospital for Animals, excelling in patient care. Demonstrated ability to perform diagnostic procedures. Skilled in laboratory operations and sanitation protocols, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety. Interest in exotics, as I have owned over the years : A Chinchilla, Rabbit, Guinea Pigs, Tarantulas, and Zebra Finches. Currently a parent to two Meyer's Parrots, a Senegal Parrot, and two European Starlings.
Assist veterinarian with office appointments, safely restraining animals.
Obtain diagnostic samples as requested.
Provide medical treatments as indicated for hospitalized patients.
Assist reception as needed, answering phones, checking clients in and out.
Maintaining monthly cleaning and maintenance of Idexx lab equipment.
Peripherally assist in surgery- help intubate. place catheters, prep surgical sites, and clean instruments.
Process both on-line and in-house prescription requests.
Perform routine technician appointments- nail trims, vaccinations ,expressing anal glands, etc.