Krysta Svihra
Darlington
Summary
Dedicated Vet Technician/Assistant with extensive experience at Rainbow Veterinary Clinic, excelling in surgical assistance and emergency care. Proven ability to communicate effectively with team members and clients, ensuring optimal animal welfare. Skilled in diagnostic imaging and blood draws, fostering a compassionate environment that enhances patient outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Vet Technician/assistant
Rainbow Veterinary Clinic
03.2022 - 03.2025
- Handled challenging animal behavior situations calmly and effectively to ensure safety for all involved parties.
- Contributed to team collaboration through effective communication and cooperation with colleagues.
- Assisted in surgical procedures with proper preparation and sterilization techniques, ensuring a safe environment.
- Efficiently performed radiographs and lab work, including blood draws, urinalysis, and fecal examinations for accurate diagnoses.
- 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.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service skills and genuine compassion for their pets'' needs.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
Kennel Worker
Rainbow Veterinary Clinic
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Ensured animal safety with proper handling techniques and adherence to facility guidelines.
- Improved kennel cleanliness by maintaining a strict schedule of sanitation and disinfection procedures.
- Cared for physical and psychological needs of animals with regular walks and playtime.
- Maintained sanitary conditions for animals by cleaning living spaces and cages according to health code guidelines.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by embracing teamwork, demonstrating flexibility in daily tasks, and supporting colleagues in their responsibilities.
- Implemented effective record-keeping systems to track animals'' care progress and ensure efficient communication among team members.
- Facilitated smooth check-in/check-out processes for clients while ensuring all necessary documentation was completed accurately.
Chef/sandwich Maker
Wendys Restaurant
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Skills
- Surgical assistance
- Team communication
- Diagnostic imaging
- Emergency care
- Animal restraint
- Euthanasia
- Closed-chest CPR
- Surgical preparation
- Blood draws
- Monitoring recovery
Timeline
Vet Technician/assistant
Rainbow Veterinary Clinic
03.2022 - 03.2025
Kennel Worker
Rainbow Veterinary Clinic
05.2021 - 03.2022
Chef/sandwich Maker
Wendys Restaurant
01.2021 - 05.2021
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