Deandra Graham
Sikeston
Summary
Caring veterinary technician with several 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.
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
16
16
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Skyview Veterinary Hospital
Cape Girardeau
03.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the veterinary team.
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments and equipment for procedures.
• Did dental procedures.
• Main tech in surgery and monitored patients.
• Took emergency call and monitored patients while in hospital.
• Placed I’ve catheters to hospitalized patients and surgery patients.
• Helped in euthanasias.
•Ordered idexx and zoetis equipment and updated and cleaned machines.
Vet Technician
Animal Health Center Sikeston
Sikeston
03.2010 - 03.2023
- Administered vaccinations and medications to various animal species.
- Assisted veterinarians during surgical procedures and examinations.
- Conducted routine health checks and documented patient information.
• Put in IV catheters and administered fluids and IV medications for hospitalized patients.
• Ordered idexx testing equipment.
Education
Thomas W Kelly
Benton, MissouriSkills
- Placing IV catheters
- Drawing blood for sick patients and pre anesthesia
- Surgery tech
- Doing hospitalization patients on weekends and taking call
- Ordering blood machine supplies and testing kits
- Cleaning blood machines and updating machines
Doing dental cleaning
Taking radiographs and running bloodwork
Assisting with ultrasounds
Answering telephones and scheduling appointments
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Skyview Veterinary Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Vet Technician
Animal Health Center Sikeston
03.2010 - 03.2023
Thomas W Kelly