Suzanne Williams
Naperville
Summary
Veterinary professional equipped for fast-paced environments, ensuring optimal animal care and support. Strong in emergency procedures, patient monitoring, and client communication. Effective team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and consistently delivers reliable results. Proficient in managing high-stress situations while maintaining quality standards and compassion.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Sploot Veterinary Care
02.2023 - 07.2025
- Assisted in routine animal care and handling procedures.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Conducted laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis of animal diseases, facilitating timely treatment plans.
- Venipuncture from jugular, saphenous and cephalic veins
- IV catheter placements and surgical prep
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
ER Veterinary Technician
VRCC
03.2020 - 01.2023
- Administered emergency medical treatments to critically ill patients in fast-paced environment.
- Assisted veterinarians with diagnostic procedures and surgical interventions, ensuring optimal patient care.
- Monitored vital signs and provided supportive care, enhancing recovery outcomes for diverse animal cases.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing life-saving procedures, resulting in higher survival rates for patients.
- Reduced wait times by triaging incoming patients efficiently and prioritizing treatment based on severity.
- Administer medications and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Monitored blood transfusion patients around the clock
Veterinary Technician
Western Animal Hospital
05.2006 - 10.2013
- Administered vaccinations and medications, ensuring compliance with veterinary protocols and client instructions.
- Assisted in surgeries and dental procedures, maintaining sterile environments and supporting veterinarians.
- Educated clients on pet care, nutrition, and preventive health measures to enhance animal wellbeing.
- Managed medical records using practice management software, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of patient information.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster
Online07-2026
Skills
- Intravenous catheterization
- Medication administration
- Surgical assistance
- Surgical procedures and support
- Vaccine administration
- Medical history collection
- IV medication administration
- Emergency and preventive care
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Sploot Veterinary Care
02.2023 - 07.2025
ER Veterinary Technician
VRCC
03.2020 - 01.2023
Veterinary Technician
Western Animal Hospital
05.2006 - 10.2013
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technician
Penn Foster