Maura Onyambu
East Grand Forks
Summary
Compassionate professional in animal healthcare, known for high productivity and ability to efficiently complete tasks. Skilled in diagnostic testing, anesthesia administration, and patient care management. Excels at communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring positive outcomes for both animals and owners.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
27
27
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Veterinary Technician
Peterson Veterinary Clinic
East Grand Forks
10.2010 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures for patient care.
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments and equipment for various treatments.
- Monitored anesthesia levels and vital signs during surgical procedures.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and medication administration.
- Administered vaccinations and medications as directed by veterinarians.
- Recorded patient histories, vital signs and treatments in medical records.
- Assisted in surgical procedures including pre-operative preparation, monitoring anesthesia and post-operative care.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
Certified Veterinary Technician
France Avenue Pet Hospital
Bloomington
06.2004 - 10.2010
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures for patient care.
- Administered vaccinations and medications as directed by veterinarians.
- Provided compassionate care to animals, ensuring comfort during treatments.
- Helped veterinarian with neutering, tooth removal and casting broken bones.
- Recorded patient histories, vital signs and treatments in medical records.
- Filled prescriptions for patients and explained possible side effects to pet owners.
- Organized patient records using an electronic database system.
- Stocked office supplies and materials, placing new orders for low running inventory.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Medical Institute of Minnesota
Bloomington, MN 09.1999 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Moorhead State University
Moorhead, MN 09.1989 - 05.1994
Skills
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Dental procedures
- Medical record management
- Laboratory diagnostics
- Vaccinations
- Detail orientation
Certification
- Certified Veterinary Technician 2002-2025
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Technician
Peterson Veterinary Clinic
10.2010 - Current
Certified Veterinary Technician
France Avenue Pet Hospital
06.2004 - 10.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Medical Institute of Minnesota
09.1999 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Moorhead State University
09.1989 - 05.1994