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Sienna Gussler

@siennagussler

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Veterinary surgery and emergency technician with 6+ years delivering calm, critical patient care and team leadership.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a veterinary emergency/surgery role where I can lead teams, coordinate fast-paced workflows, and deliver fear-free, high-standard critical care with strong documentation and client communication.

I’m an experienced veterinary surgery and emergency medicine professional with over 6 years of hands-on experience in emergency, equine, and small animal medicine. I’m known for maintaining a calm, fear-free presence in fast-paced situations while keeping care organized and effective.

In my current role as a Veterinary Surgery Technician (Current Shift Lead & Lead Veterinary Technician), I manage technician teams, coordinate patient care workflows, and uphold high standards for client communication and medical documentation. I bring strong clinical capabilities in anesthesia monitoring, phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, and in-house laboratory diagnostics.

I’ve supported critical patient care through anesthesia monitoring, medication & fluid calculations, and close hospital operations coordination. Whether working in emergency centers or equine rehabilitation, I focus on compassionate handling, reliable documentation, and consistent workflow execution that helps patients and families get what they need.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Veterinary Technician

Good Hope Animal Hospital

Apr 2020 - Apr 2024 (4 years)

Performed veterinary technician duties supporting patient care, including phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, and assistance with diagnostic and treatment workflows. Maintained accurate medical documentation and communicated effectively with clients.

Phlebotomy IV Catheter Placement In House Laboratory Diagnostics Medical Documentation Client Communication Medication & Fluid Calculations Veterinary Surgical Assistance

Veterinary Technician

Shores Veterinary Emergency Center

Aug 2020 - Jan 2023 (2 years 5 months)

Provided emergency-focused veterinary technician support, assisting with critical patient care and procedures. Supported anesthesia monitoring, in-hospital diagnostics, and surgical assistance while maintaining clear client communication and medical records.

Phlebotomy IV Catheter Placement In House Laboratory Diagnostics Medical Documentation Client Communication Veterinary Surgical Assistance

Veterinary Assistant Intern

Tryon Equine Hospital

Jan 2020 - Aug 2020 (7 months)

Assisted veterinary staff in providing equine patient care as an intern, supporting daily care workflows and medical documentation. Practiced calm, fear-free patient handling in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Fear Free Patient Handling Patient Care Support Medical Documentation Client Communication Basic Laboratory Support IV Phlebotomy Assistance Hospital Operations

Equine Rehabilitation Intern

Morrisville State College Equine Rehabilitation Center

May 2017 - Aug 2017 (3 months)

Supported equine rehabilitation activities under supervision, assisting with care routines and documentation for therapy-focused patient workflows. Helped maintain organized facility operations to support rehabilitation outcomes.

Fear Free Patient Handling Patient Care Support Medical Documentation Client Communication Hospital Operations