Sierra Lynne
@sierralynne
Compassionate, certified veterinary technician with clinical and shelter experience in anesthesia, surgery, and client care.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a certified veterinary technician with an AAS in Veterinary Technology and hands-on experience across clinic and shelter settings. I have worked as a veterinary technician at multiple practices and a humane society, applying clinical skills in real-world environments.
My technical strengths include anesthesia, surgical assisting, dental prophylaxis, radiology, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and laboratory diagnostics. I have experience in shelter medicine, animal behavior and care, and previously earned Fear Free certification.
I bring strong client communication abilities and a history of volunteering in animal-focused community programs. My background in 4-H and FFA, including officer roles, reflects long-standing commitment to animal care and leadership.
I am eager to contribute clinical competency, compassionate patient handling, and team-focused support to a veterinary facility seeking a reliable, experienced veterinary technician.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Veterinary Technician
Pelican Rapids Animal Hospital
Sep 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)
Provide clinical support including anesthesia monitoring, surgical assisting, dental prophylaxis, venipuncture and IV catheter placement while delivering client communication and patient care.
Veterinary Technician
Companion Animal Hospital
Mar 2021 - Jun 2022 (1 year 3 months)
Performed clinical duties including lab work, radiology, anesthesia support and patient care across two separate tenures, improving shelter and clinic workflows.
Veterinary Technician
Lakes Veterinary Hospital
May 2020 - Jul 2020 (2 months)
Supported clinical team with patient care, diagnostics and routine procedures during a short-term engagement to maintain operational continuity.
Veterinary Technician
Humane Society of the Lakes
Jan 2019 - Apr 2020 (1 year 3 months)
Worked in shelter medicine delivering animal care, behavioral assessment, and routine medical procedures while coordinating with shelter staff and volunteers.
Veterinary Technician
Companion Animal Hospital
May 2018 - Oct 2018 (5 months)
Performed entry-level clinical tasks including venipuncture, lab work, radiology and patient care as part of a hospital team following graduation and certification.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
RCRidgewater College
Associate of Applied Science, Veterinary Technology
Activities and societies: Worked in-clinic and shelter settings; Fear Free certification (previous); member of Minnesota Veterinary Technician Association
Associate of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology completed in Spring 2018 with clinical experience in clinic and shelter settings.
Minnesota State Community and Technical College
General Studies, General Studies
Completed coursework in General Studies.
Perham High School
High School Diploma, Secondary Education
Activities and societies: 4-H; FFA (officer positions: secretary, treasurer, vice president)
High school diploma; participated in 4-H and FFA, holding officer roles including secretary, treasurer, and vice president.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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