Carolyn Matthews
Moultrie
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Matthews Veterinary Hospital
Moultrie, USA
09.2023 - Current
- Manage the cleansing, counting, and packing instruments for autoclaving.
- Maintain cleanliness, and ensure adequate supplies in exam rooms.
- Care for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Manage anesthesia, oxygen, and monitoring equipment.
- Track and record vital signs during anesthesia procedures.
- Prepare and review records and consent forms.
- Clean and maintain kennels, holding areas, and surgical rooms.
- Stock supplies and medications in the clinic or hospital setting.
- Prepare medications, and instruct clients on administration.
- Shave surgical areas, and place IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Offer every owner exceptional customer service and support, as well as top-notch care for each animal.
- Utilize the Idexx Catalyst analyzer for performing chemistry panels and processing patient samples.
- Conduct urinalysis tests using the Idexx Sedivue and urinalysis strip reader, preparing and analyzing urine samples for various diagnostics.
- Ensure proper handling and staining of specimens, including blood smears and biopsies, following veterinary protocols for accurate diagnostics.
- Skill in the safe and efficient application of Cytopoint and Librela injections to canine patients.
- Proficient in taking vital signs, such as temperature, heart rate, and respiration rate, as part of routine veterinary assessments.
- Perform venipuncture procedures for heartworm blood tests with precision.
- Conduct fecal examinations for parasite detection and diagnostics.
- Experience in performing Complete Blood Count (CBC) using Idexx ProCyte on animal patients, ensuring accurate results.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Southeastern University
Lakeland, FL04.2023
Skills
- Animal handling
- Laboratory procedures
- Client communication
- Anesthesia monitoring
Timeline
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Matthews Veterinary Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Film Production
Southeastern University