Judian BUCKNOR
ST. ANN
Summary
Skilled Veterinary Technician with background in small and large animal care. Experience includes performing diagnostics, administering medications and vaccinations, surgical assistance, and client education. Strong communication skills with emphasis on compassionate pet care. Past roles have resulted in improved patient outcomes through individualized treatment plans and preventive health measures.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
VALUE VETS VETERINARY CLINIC
HANOVER
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Administered anesthesia, vaccinations, dewormer, boosters, and the other medications.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
- Observed animal physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
- Conducted regular inspections of kennel areas to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
Veterinary Assistant
St. Nicholas Animal Resue
Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Collected fluids from animals for laboratory testing.
- Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites, and skin scrapings.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Sterilized and maintained veterinary care instruments and equipment.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Biology
University of The West Indies
Mona, Kingston09-2021
Doctorate - Veterinary Medicine
St. Nicholas University of Veterinary Medicine
Roseau, Commonwealth Of DominicaSkills
- Veterinary office administration
- Recumbency restraint
- Patient bathing
- Physical examination
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Vaccine administration
- Subcutaneous injection
- IV placement
- Diagnostic imaging
- Surgical preparation
- Feline towel restraint
- Wound treatment
- Euthanasia
- Dental procedures
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
VALUE VETS VETERINARY CLINIC
01.2024 - 08.2024
Veterinary Assistant
St. Nicholas Animal Resue
10.2021 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Animal Biology
University of The West Indies
Doctorate - Veterinary Medicine
St. Nicholas University of Veterinary Medicine
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