Allison Wendt
Rock Hill
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Licensed Veterinary Technician with 13 years of extensive experience assisting veterinarians with procedures and tasks. Polished in administering injections and treatments, taking x-rays and recording and updating records. Compassionate and responsible professional with sound knowledge of veterinary medical procedures and animal care techniques.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Rock Hill Animal Hospital
Rock Hill
04.2013 - Current
- Assist in patient care and comfort during examinations and treatments.
- Educat clients on pet health, nutrition, and preventative care practices to promote informed decision-making.
- Monitor vital signs and record medical histories for patients.
- Administer medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinarians.
- Utilize Cornerstone veterinary software to manage patient records and appointments.
- Administer and monitor anesthesia for surgeries and operations.
- Triage scheduled or emergency patients.
- Dispense medications prescribed by veterinarians; monitor patient response to treatment plans.
- Assist professionals with dental, radiology, and critical care procedures, ensuring animal safety and comfort during treatments.
- Utilize radiography equipment to take X-rays of animals for diagnostic purposes under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Assist in euthanasia procedures; communicate with clients about end-of-life decisions.
- Process laboratory specimens for analysis using various testing methods such as fecal flotation, urinalysis, blood smears.
- Restrain and stabilize animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Operate anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Enhance team efficiency by providing training on business operations.
Veterinary Assistant
Carolina Veterinary Specialists and Animal Emergency
Huntersville
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, and respiration rate.
- Monitored ICU patients' conditions and administered prescribed treatments, ensuring adherence to veterinary care standards.
- Assisted emergency veterinary team with urgent patient care in critical situations.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during recovery periods.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Assisted veterinary staff in taking radiographs, collecting samples, obtaining doppler BPs and various other tasks delegated by the veterinarian.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Educated pet owners on care instructions and treatment plans to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Offered emotional support to pet owners navigating challenging situations to foster trust and comfort.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Science
Pima Medical Institute
Colorado Springs, CO11-2013
Skills
- Patient assessment and triage
- Medication administration (PO, IV, SQ and IM)
- Anesthesia monitoring and surgical assistance
- IV catheter placement
- Canine and feline intubation
- Venipuncture (cephalic, jugular and saphenous)
- Euthanasia procedures
- Wound management
- Controlled substance management
- Client education
- Efficient with Cornerstone software
- Idexx Laboratory testing
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Canine and Feline restraint
Certification
Licensed Veterinary Technician - South Carolina
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Carolina Veterinary Specialists and Animal Emergency
01.2014 - 12.2014
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Rock Hill Animal Hospital
04.2013 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Science
Pima Medical Institute