Brian Passuello
Hummelstown
Summary
Veterinary Technician with strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to manage a variety of daily responsibilities. Expertise in surgical preparation, specimen collection, and conducting initial physical assessments. Comprehensive knowledge of animal health protocols and regulatory compliance standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
The Vetting Zoo
Palmyra
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and surgical areas.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, including X-rays and blood work.
- Prepared surgical areas by shaving, placing IV catheters, and ensuring readiness for procedures.
- Administered medications and vaccinations following veterinarian instructions.
- Conducted laboratory tests on samples to support accurate diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Assisted veterinarians during surgeries by preparing operating room and monitoring anesthesia levels.
- Dispensed prescription medications as requested by veterinarians.
Veterinary Assistant
Humane Society of the Harrisburg Area
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Aid veterinarians during wellness exams and health assessments by keeping animals calm and safely restrained
- Provide rudimentary analysis of fecal, urine, saliva samples examined under microscope
- Assist with surgeries/procedures and monitor post surgery recovery
- Support vaccine and rabies clinics, at HSHA campus and community sites
- Treat each animal with respect and care in a timely fashion, prioritizing cases based on severity.
- Interact with shelter volunteers, responding to health reports
- Practice surgery and recovery room hygiene to reduce risk of infection and transmission of disease/parasites.
- Complete electronic recording of care for each animal, including registering chip information.
Kennel Assistant
Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Daily thorough cleaning of dog and cat kennels
- Observe health and behavior of kennel animals; report concerns to kennel manager
- Customer service - interact with potential adoption families
- Monitoring visits of animals with potential adoption families
- Communicate to potential adoption families about an animal's behavior and personality
- Support CVAS in fundraising initiatives through social media and 'day of event' tasks
Kennel Assistant
Wilson College Kennels
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Company Overview: Related to Enrollment in Veterinary Nursing, Bachelor of Science
- Regular care for school owned dogs, including physical wellbeing and stimulation through training
- Observe general health of kennel dogs
- Clean kennels.
- Related to Enrollment in Veterinary Nursing, Bachelor of Science
Education
B.S. - Veterinary Nursing
Wilson College
Chambersburg, PA02-2020
B.S. - Computer Science
University of Denver
Denver, CO06.2012
Skills
- Team player
- Ability to adjust to fluctuating priorities
- Ability to work without supervision
- Patient intake assessment
- Administering medications and care
- Diagnostic testing
- Surgical assistance
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Communication with pet owners
- Explaining treatments, side effects, and recovery
- Follow up care
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
The Vetting Zoo
03.2022 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Humane Society of the Harrisburg Area
07.2021 - 11.2021
Kennel Assistant
Wilson College Kennels
08.2019 - 02.2020
Kennel Assistant
Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter
06.2019 - 05.2020
B.S. - Veterinary Nursing
Wilson College
B.S. - Computer Science
University of Denver
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