Dayton Busch
Flagstaff
Summary
I am a veterinary technician and aspiring veterinary student committed to providing the best possible patient care with compassion. I am an effective communicator with both my team and patients' owners. I have excellent work ethic and am dedicated to learning everything I can about the field of veterinary medicine. I have experience with small animal, large animal, and exotics and am excited to explore new opportunities when I relocate to The Valley.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Aspen Veterinary Clinic
06.2023 - Current
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Prepared patients for procedures, including sterile prep, intubation, and catheter placement.
- Monitored patients under anesthesia.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Intern
Dr. Erika Nowak, Northern Arizona University
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Thoroughly cleaned enclosures and changed cages of all housed garter snakes, ensuring that only specific snakes interacted with each other and there was no risk of them escaping their enclosures.
- Feeding all snakes and keeping detailed logs of how many fish they consumed.
- Maintained habitat conditions, such as humidity and heat, as well as cleanliness through proper PPE to avoid contamination between enclosures.
- Measured the length of and weighed all housed garter snakes.
- Assisted researchers with fieldwork by keeping detailed logs, finding rattlesnakes, and restraining rattlesnakes to ensure safety as data and samples were collected, as well as trapping and tagging small mammals.
Pet Bather
Puff & Fluff
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Prevented injury or discomfort to pets with careful handling techniques and proper use of grooming equipment.
- Streamlined workflow processes by organizing supplies and maintaining grooming tools in optimal condition for daily use.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating closely with colleagues on workload management, task delegation, and overall efficiency improvements.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols while handling various sizes and breeds of pets throughout the bathing process.
Food Service Worker
Sodexo Food Service
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
CAP Team 2 Associate
Walmart
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Verified inventory computations by comparing to physical counts of stock, efficiently investigating discrepancies and adjusting errors.
- Collected and properly disposed of packing materials for safety.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by identifying potential hazards and following established safety protocols.
- Maintained merchandise presentation by removing damaged goods, stocking, and rotating merchandise.
Education
Biology
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-2025
High School Diploma -
Anthem Preparatory Academy
Anthem, AZ05-2021
Skills
- Intravenous catheterization
- General anesthesia monitoring
- Patient restraint
- Diagnostic imaging via radiographs
- Effective communication with colleagues and clients
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Aspen Veterinary Clinic
06.2023 - Current
Intern
Dr. Erika Nowak, Northern Arizona University
04.2023 - 07.2023
Pet Bather
Puff & Fluff
05.2022 - 01.2023
Food Service Worker
Sodexo Food Service
09.2021 - 04.2022
CAP Team 2 Associate
Walmart
03.2020 - 08.2021
Biology
Northern Arizona University
High School Diploma -
Anthem Preparatory Academy
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