Animal Care Technician Resume

An animal care technician, also known as veterinary technician, assist veterinarians in treating animals. He works in animal care hospital, clinic, or a laboratory where some kind of testing is done on animals. He does everything needed for the treatment of animals by following the veterinarian's instructions. In the spare time, he will be cleaning the cages, refilling the food and water containers, and sterilizing equipment. An associate degree from an accredited college is necessary, but not compulsory. The primary qualification is your love for animals. If you have either of these qualification, this animal care technician resume sample is for you.

Animal Care Technician Resume Example

Career Objective:

Taming immense love for animals in my heart and holding four-year experience in assisting veterinarians, I want to work in an animal hospital and do everything that is needed to provide care and comfort to animals by taking responsibilities of an animal care technician.

Summary of Skills:

• Compassionate towards animal care
• Detail oriented and manual dexterity
• Knowledge of verifying license to own pets
• Familiar with the standards and procedures of animals care
• Skilled in multi-tasking and maintaining daily work log
• Ability to lift, push, and move 60-120 pounds
• Complete understanding of animal nutrition, hygiene, and disinfectant standards

Animal Care Technician
Booby Pet Clinic, Johnstown, PA
August 2012 - Present

• Assisting veterinarians in all aspects of animal care and treatment
• Taking blood samples, running urine an blood tests in the lab
• Measuring weight and vital signs of pets
• Administering anesthesia, cleaning teeth and taking x-rays
• Conversing with owners and noting down medical histories of pets
• Arranging for surgery equipment and assisting the veterinarians during the procedure
• Observing pets' reactions against treatment provided
• Educating clients on taking care of pets

• Assisted veterinarians during the surgeries
• Prepared the animal, instruments, and equipment for surgery
• Administered and monitored animal's reaction against anesthesia
• Refilled food and water container regularly
• Took daily trip of the zoo and assessed animals' conditions
• Updated and maintained animal records
• Directed zoo keepers to clean the animals living area

• Associate Degree in Veterinary Technology
  ABC Veterinary College, Johnstown, PA
  2009

References:

On request.