Experienced and compassionate veterinary technician
SHANNON
CONNOR
Experienced and compassionate veterinary technician
Oaklyn, NJ 08107
ShanimalVetT------------
609-7071-1432
Work History
Animal and Bird Health Care Center - Cherry Hill, NJ
June 2012 to February 2015 Title: Veterinary Technician
• Prepared for and assisted in exams
• Client education and care
• Triage emergency patients
• Gained experience working with a variety of exotic animals
• Phlebotomy
• Placement and care of I.V. catheters
• Administer subcutaneous fluids.
• Hospitalized patient care: Administration of medications via proper route and duration ensure clean and comfortable
caging and carry out all treatments ordered.
• Collected and prepared specimens for outside laboratory analysis.
• Ran in house blood work
• Prepared and read fecal samples, DIFF quik and gram stains.
• Maintained accurate and up to date medical records and controlled substance logs.
• Assisted in ultrasounds and EKGs
• Radiology
• Administer vaccinations
• Refill prescriptions
• Help maintain hospital cleanliness
Animal Hospital of Somerdale - Somerdale, NJ
October 2010 to June 2012
Title: Veterinary Technician and Receptionist
• Opened or closed hospital depending on shift.
• Greeted customers in a pleasant manner and escorted them to the examination room. Document patient history, TPR, and
reason for visit. Assisted veterinarian during the exam.
• Performed radiography
• Performed routine dental cleanings.
• Filled prescriptions and coordinated refills for clients.
• Implanted microchips
• Sterilized instruments and equipment for necessary procedures.
• Assisted veterinarian during surgical procedures.Including but not limited to: ensuring proper surgical pack is sterilized and
readily available, preparation of surgical area, monitor patient vitals and post-surgical care
• Placed tracheal tubes
• Induced anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection
• Performed receptionist duties such as answering phone calls, making appointments, answering questions I was qualified
to and ensured the veterinarian received all messages.
• Prepared estimates for care, and presented invoices and collected payment from clients.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
• Ran in house blood work as well as collected and prepared samples for outside laboratory testing.
• Prepared and read fecal flotations, DIFF quik and gram stains
• Client education
• Maintain hospital cleanliness
Animal Welfare Association - Voorhees, NJ Title:ICU Technician/Feline Companion Animal Specialist/Weekend Manager
June 2002 to October 2010
• Quickly promoted from kennel attendant to ICU Technician.
• ICU Technician responsibilities included administration of medication and treatments of ICU patients, monitor and
document progress, cleaning/disinfection of kennels and daily care such as feedings and walks. Ensure all shelter animals
are up to date on vaccinations, have had fecal flotation performed dewormed, HWT or FeLV/FIV testing performed,
microchipped and spayed/neutered prior to adoption. Perform phlebotomy for any necessary laboratory testing.
• Implant microchips subcutaneously.
• Obtained certification to perform humane euthanasia for terminally ill animals with poor quality of life or aggressive and
unable to be rehabilitated therefore unsafe to place for adoption.
• Main point person for shelter staff to report any medical concerns to and coordinate with shelter veterinarian those in need
of exams and treatment.
• Spent a summer assisting in their low cost clinic. Assisted in high volume spay/neuter surgeries, Low cost vaccine clinics,
and surgeries on shelter animals. Frequently assisted on AWA's mobile clinic and traveled once a week to various Camden,
NJ locations to perform low cost surgery, vaccinations, and community outreach and education.
• I was promoted to the feline manager position (Feline Companion Animal Specialist) My responsibilities included
overseeing the intake and adoption of the shelter cats, ensured proper care, cleaning and disinfection of cat adoption room.
I also managed the feline foster care program which included recruiting potential foster parents to care for kittens under 8
weeks of age, in need of socialization or in need of in home care until adopted.
• Ran "Foster Parent Orientation" once a month to educate new foster parents, allow anyone potentially interested in
fostering to obtain education & create relationships with our foster parents.
• Attended numerous educational seminars ranging from animal behavior, shelter disinfection, infectious diseases and
viruses and public relations. (Most held by the AWFNJ)
• As weekend manager I oversaw daily operations Friday through Sunday. Ensuring proper staffing, conflict resolution and
ensuring the shelter ran smoothly.
EDUCATION
Associate in Veterinary Technology (in progress)
Penn Foster
August 2020 to Present
High school diploma
Collingswood High School
2003
SKILLS
Exceptional problem solving abilities ,team player who thrives in a fast paced environment , highly proficient veterinary technician technical skills (venipuncture, intravenous catheter placement, hospitalized patient care)developed over years of experience.
SHANNON
CONNOR
Experienced and compassionate veterinary technician
Oaklyn, NJ 08107
ShanimalVetT------------
609-7071-1432
Work History
Animal and Bird Health Care Center - Cherry Hill, NJ
June 2012 to February 2015 Title: Veterinary Technician
• Prepared for and assisted in exams
• Client education and care
• Triage emergency patients
• Gained experience working with a variety of exotic animals
• Phlebotomy
• Placement and care of I.V. catheters
• Administer subcutaneous fluids.
• Hospitalized patient care: Administration of medications via proper route and duration ensure clean and comfortable
caging and carry out all treatments ordered.
• Collected and prepared specimens for outside laboratory analysis.
• Ran in house blood work
• Prepared and read fecal samples, DIFF quik and gram stains.
• Maintained accurate and up to date medical records and controlled substance logs.
• Assisted in ultrasounds and EKGs
• Radiology
• Administer vaccinations
• Refill prescriptions
• Help maintain hospital cleanliness
Animal Hospital of Somerdale - Somerdale, NJ
October 2010 to June 2012
Title: Veterinary Technician and Receptionist
• Opened or closed hospital depending on shift.
• Greeted customers in a pleasant manner and escorted them to the examination room. Document patient history, TPR, and
reason for visit. Assisted veterinarian during the exam.
• Performed radiography
• Performed routine dental cleanings.
• Filled prescriptions and coordinated refills for clients.
• Implanted microchips
• Sterilized instruments and equipment for necessary procedures.
• Assisted veterinarian during surgical procedures.Including but not limited to: ensuring proper surgical pack is sterilized and
readily available, preparation of surgical area, monitor patient vitals and post-surgical care
• Placed tracheal tubes
• Induced anesthesia by inhalation or intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection
• Performed receptionist duties such as answering phone calls, making appointments, answering questions I was qualified
to and ensured the veterinarian received all messages.
• Prepared estimates for care, and presented invoices and collected payment from clients.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
• Ran in house blood work as well as collected and prepared samples for outside laboratory testing.
• Prepared and read fecal flotations, DIFF quik and gram stains
• Client education
• Maintain hospital cleanliness
Animal Welfare Association - Voorhees, NJ Title:ICU Technician/Feline Companion Animal Specialist/Weekend Manager
June 2002 to October 2010
• Quickly promoted from kennel attendant to ICU Technician.
• ICU Technician responsibilities included administration of medication and treatments of ICU patients, monitor and
document progress, cleaning/disinfection of kennels and daily care such as feedings and walks. Ensure all shelter animals
are up to date on vaccinations, have had fecal flotation performed dewormed, HWT or FeLV/FIV testing performed,
microchipped and spayed/neutered prior to adoption. Perform phlebotomy for any necessary laboratory testing.
• Implant microchips subcutaneously.
• Obtained certification to perform humane euthanasia for terminally ill animals with poor quality of life or aggressive and
unable to be rehabilitated therefore unsafe to place for adoption.
• Main point person for shelter staff to report any medical concerns to and coordinate with shelter veterinarian those in need
of exams and treatment.
• Spent a summer assisting in their low cost clinic. Assisted in high volume spay/neuter surgeries, Low cost vaccine clinics,
and surgeries on shelter animals. Frequently assisted on AWA's mobile clinic and traveled once a week to various Camden,
NJ locations to perform low cost surgery, vaccinations, and community outreach and education.
• I was promoted to the feline manager position (Feline Companion Animal Specialist) My responsibilities included
overseeing the intake and adoption of the shelter cats, ensured proper care, cleaning and disinfection of cat adoption room.
I also managed the feline foster care program which included recruiting potential foster parents to care for kittens under 8
weeks of age, in need of socialization or in need of in home care until adopted.
• Ran "Foster Parent Orientation" once a month to educate new foster parents, allow anyone potentially interested in
fostering to obtain education & create relationships with our foster parents.
• Attended numerous educational seminars ranging from animal behavior, shelter disinfection, infectious diseases and
viruses and public relations. (Most held by the AWFNJ)
• As weekend manager I oversaw daily operations Friday through Sunday. Ensuring proper staffing, conflict resolution and
ensuring the shelter ran smoothly.
EDUCATION
Associate in Veterinary Technology (in progress)
Penn Foster
August 2020 to Present
High school diploma
Collingswood High School
2003
SKILLS
Exceptional problem solving abilities ,team player who thrives in a fast paced environment , highly proficient veterinary technician technical skills (venipuncture, intravenous catheter placement, hospitalized patient care)developed over years of experience.