Katherine Williams

Dallas, TX *****

ad1lny@r.postjobfree.com

+1-214-***-****

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Surgery Nurse/ ER Nurse

East Lake Veterinary Hospital - Dallas, TX

March 2021 to December 2022

• Maintained controlled drug inventory and related logbooks.

• Triaging critical patients

• Intubation

• Provided assistance with animal euthanasia and the disposal of remains.

• Supervised and trained veterinary assistants and other staff members.

• Application and wrapping of splints (primarily spoon splints)

• Took and developed diagnostic radiographs, using x-ray equipment.

• Prepared treatment rooms for surgery.

• Took animals into treatment areas, and assist with physical examinations by performing such duties as obtaining temperature, pulse, and respiration data.

• Maintaining a sterile surgical suite and ability to sterilely glove up to assist the veterinarian as needed during surgery

• Placing IVC’s and phlebotomy in drawing blood; using jugular, cephalic or saphenous veins

• Running diagnostic bloodwork in house

• Responsible for very detailed and proper records keeping and medical documentation

• Maintaining an AAHA- accredited work environment

• Propered preparation, careful administration, and dispensing of both controlled and non-controlled drugs

• Proper use of medical terminology

• Educating clients and answering questions on proper pet care and ownership

• Administered anesthesia to animals, under the direction of a veterinarian, and monitor animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.

• Cared for and monitor the condition of animals recovering from surgery.

• Entering in correct and up-to-date invoicing for hospitalized patients Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

Holt Veterinary Clinic - Dallas, TX

January 2021 to March 2021

• Provide customer service such as greet customers, answer questions, process incoming patients, and handle payments.

• Answer phone calls, which may involve answering questions and screening and scheduling appointments.

• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and email.

• Update and file patient charts.

• Enter data into a computerized billing program.

• Process credit card payments and prepare bank deposits.

• Retrieve prescriptions.

• Assist with pet supply purchases such as pet food, supplements, and grooming items.

• Maintain the cleanliness of the waiting room.

Surgery Nurse

MEADOWBROOK ANIMAL HOSPITAL - McKinney, TX

December 2018 to January 2021

• Checking in patients for surgery as well as going over pre- / post- surgical procedures and instructions with owners

• Preparing pre-surgical lab testing

• Sterilization and preparation of surgical suites

• Preparation of proper surgical packs, gowns, and any other needed tools

• Monitoring anesthetized patients

• Dental Prophylaxis

• Obtaining dental radiographs

• Assisting in surgical procedures as needed

• Bandaging incision sites

• Ability to communicate to clients the proper post-operative care

• Cleaning of the surgical and/or dental suite

Veterinary Technician

Meadow Brook Animal Hospital - McKinney, TX

June 2018 to January 2021

• Observing animal patients for changes in behavior.

• Preparing animals for exams or surgery.

• Giving animals nursing care or first aid.

• Collect and test lab samples.

• Taking and developing X-rays on dogs, cats, and exotics

• Giving medications, shots, or treatments as directed

• Fill medications

• Ability to give injections SQ, IM, or IV

• Setting IV catheters

• Ability to comfort, handle and restrain large and small animals (aggressive and non-aggressive)

• Ability to communicate to both clients and doctors efficiently

• Answering phones as needed to help client services as much as possible

• Familiarity with Idexx services and machines as well as Cornerstone

• Training new technicians on the correct protocols and AHAA standards

• Oversee 6 other technicians to assure that everything runs smoothly inside of the clinic and that appointments are seen in an orderly fashion

• Go through every patients chart at the end of the day to insure that charged services were put in correctly, history and vitals were obtained, and doctors notes and treatments are in the note as well. Waitress/Hostess

British Lion - Frisco, TX

June 2015 to July 2018

Hostess turned into waitress. 2 1/2+ years experience with people/customers of all ages and backgrounds. Taking orders and serving food/beverages to customers, checking with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems; as well as communicating with customers to resolve complaints or ensure satisfaction. Education

High school

Skills

• Customer Service (2 years)

• Basic Computer Skills (5 years)

• Time Management

• Communication

• Leadership

• Self-motivation

• Adaptability

• Training

• Veterinary Assistant

• Animal Restraint

• Animal Care

• Veterinary Technician Experience

• Kennel Experience

• Animal Handling

• Medication Administration

• Laboratory Experience

• Patient Care

• Phlebotomy

• Critical Care Experience

• Triage

• Medical Imaging

Certifications and Licenses

AIMLA Introduction to Laser Therapy for the Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Assistant, & Veterinary Nurse

February 2019 to February 2020

Additional Information

- Volunteer work for 5+ years at St. Andrew United Methodist Church during mission trips and youth groups.

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