Veterinary Clinic Manager / Lead Technician
U.S. Army Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC) — Germany
Multi-Site Leadership & Operations
- Directed comprehensive clinical and administrative operations for two separate veterinary clinics across two distinct U.S. Army installations in Germany.
- Supervised a diverse team of 5 civilian personnel along side Army personnel, establishing clear performance standards, clinical workflows, and shift schedules.
- Onboarded and trained 40% of the active civilian workforce, significantly accelerating their integration into military medical protocols.
- Engineered highly organized, sterile, and fully stocked clinical environments across both geographical locations, eliminating operational downtime.
- Cultivated a positive clinic environment by designing monthly morale-boosting visual schemes, creating a welcoming atmosphere for handlers, staff, and patients.
Pharmacy & Controlled Substances Management
- Managed the multi-site clinic pharmacies, ensuring accurate compounding, labeling, and dispensing of veterinary medications.
- Enforced strict DEA and Army regulations for the security, logging, and disposal of Schedule II-V controlled substances.
- Maintained 100% accuracy in controlled substance registers, conducting daily counts and monthly formal audits.
- Oversaw the safe disposal of expired medications and hazardous medical waste per environmental and military standards.
Procurement & Logistics
- Served as the primary procurement officer, managing the clinic’s operational budget for medical supplies and equipment.
- Sourced and ordered critical medical logistics through government procurement systems to prevent supply shortages across both sites.
- Monitored inventory levels, tracking usage rates to minimize waste and optimize storage capacity.
Clinical Veterinary Technician Duties
- Administered clinical care, anesthesia, and vaccinations to military working dogs (MWDs) and government-owned and civilian-owned animals.
- Assisted Army veterinarians in surgical procedures, emergency triage, and routine medical examinations.
- Conducted diagnostic laboratory testing, digital radiography, and dental prophylaxis to support accurate diagnoses.
Key Achievements & Recognition
- Selected as the sole employee across the workforce to receive a performance-based cash bonus and formal service award upon departure.
- Recognized by senior military leadership for outstanding contributions to mission readiness, strict pharmacy compliance, and overall operational excellence.