Colleen Van Kampen

Administered, induced, intubated, and monitored anesthesia during surgeries and provided aftercare during patient recovery. Triaged and treated patients under the veterinarian’s supervision, maintained detailed medical notes, and educated owners on animal care to improve compliance with standards of care.

Coordinated multiple cases and triaged, admitted, and treated canine and feline patients under veterinarian supervision. Performed physical exams, phlebotomy, radiology, and routine laboratory procedures, and provided detailed medical documentation and owner education.

Provided anesthesia for surgeries, including induction, intubation, and post-op recovery care, while managing multiple cases. Conducted triage and physical exams, completed routine lab testing, documented extensive medical notes, and trained staff in low-stress pet handling to increase owner compliance.

Supported veterinarians and veterinary technicians with appointment, hospital, and boarding patient care for dogs and cats. Handled client check-in, feeding and cleaning, medication support, x-ray development, specimen collection (urine and stool), toenail trimming, and general treatment assistance.

Performed veterinary technician tasks under supervision while supporting clinical workflows during exams and patient care. Worked with the veterinary team to assist with procedures and hospital operations.

Assisted as a veterinary technician student with clinical tasks under the guidance of licensed veterinary technicians and veterinarians. Helped support day-to-day patient care activities in a supervised hospital setting.

Earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Veterinary Technology, graduating May 12, 2019.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Zoology with dual concentrations in Ecology and Evolution & Organismal Biology, and Animal Behavior & Neurobiology, graduating May 7, 2016.

Earned a General Associate Degree from Lansing Community College, graduating May 7, 2010.