Kelly Granado
Denver
Summary
Dedicated veterinary technician with a proven track record of four years in the field, excelling in emergency medicine, radiology, treatment planning, and medical triage. Proficient in seamlessly liaising with pet owners, providing essential information, and delivering unwavering support during critical medical situations. Possesses a deep commitment to upholding animal welfare and optimizing patient outcomes. Adept at collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and maintain the highest standards of veterinary practice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Sploot
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Updated vaccination records and administered vaccinations.
- Took TPR's
- Helped set up surgical procedures.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Maintained accurate pharmacy records and controlled drug, anesthesia and heartworm test logs.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Animal Hospital
06.2021 - 09.2024
- Took XRays (manual restranant and hands-free restrantant)
- Ran MRIs, CTs, and Fluoroscopy
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species
Veterinary Technician
CityVet
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record
Education
High School Diploma -
Wando High School
Mount Pleasant, SC05-2002
Skills
- Medical History
- Reading Comprehension
- Reliable and Responsible
- Emergency First Aid
- Animal Condition Evaluations
- Treatment Administration
- X-Rays
- History
- IV Fluid Administration
- Patient Check-Ins
- Patient Discharges
- Compassionate Care
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Lab operations
- Vaccine administration
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Sploot
09.2024 - 12.2024
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Animal Hospital
06.2021 - 09.2024
Veterinary Technician
CityVet
08.2020 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Wando High School
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