Ashlee Crane Email & Phone Number

Five years experience of assisting the veterinarian with patient care from start to finish, including thorough history-taking, physical exam, diagnostic testing, providing treatments, filling prescriptions, client education, invoicing and writing medical notesSkilled at animal restraint and handling (especially fearful/fractious animals), phlebotomy and placement of intravenous catheters.Proficient in collecting laboratory samples and performing routine diagnostic procedures (i.e. cystocentesis, urinalysis, cytology, radiology, fecal flotation, etc.) and treatmentsWell-versed in using Cornerstone software, microscopy, and operating in-house laboratory equipment, including Sedivue Dx, Procyte Dx, Catalyst Dx, SNAP readers, steam autoclave sterilizer, and CR and DR x-ray processors.Thorough and efficient preparation of all surgical patients, general anesthesia monitoring, and assisting the surgeon during procedures.Performing all dental COHAT procedures, including full-mouth x-rays, assessing periodontal disease and identifying other significant findings.Creating client education resources, performing demos and communicating the veterinarian's findings and recommendations to pet owners.Providing hands-on training and education to new employees and assisting in the on-boarding process of veterinary assistants and customer care representatives.Overseeing maintenance of hospital and laboratory equipment, as well as facilities maintenance.Inventory management, ordering products and supplies, and working within a budget to meet the business's financial goals.Creating all social media content for the hospital's Facebook and Instagram, as well as regularly updating and improving its website.When tasked with a leadership role, successfully earned AAHA accreditation in 2019 and re-accreditation in 2021.Prior management experience in a fast-paced high-stress retail environment, overseeing a staff of 10+ people.

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  Registered Veterinary Technician

  Somerset Animal Hospital

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  Metropolitan Community College-Maple Woods

  Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician And Veterinary Assistant