Izzy Harding
Bridgewater
Summary
Licensed Veterinary Technician who is passionate about promoting animal health and extending the lives of pets. Dedicated and focused professional with experience in general animal health, urgent care, and equine. Skilled in patient triage, diagnostics, client communication, and anesthesia monitoring.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Massanutten Animal Clinic
Harrisonburg
12.2022 - Current
- Operated diagnostic equipment for imaging, ultrasound, and laboratory tests.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients.
- Assisted in euthanasia when necessary; communicated with clients about end-of-life decisions.
- Prepared medication dosages according to prescription orders, and administered them to patients.
- Processed laboratory specimens for analysis using various testing methods, such as fecal flotation, urinalysis, blood smears, and cytology.
- Performed dental cleanings on animals using ultrasonic scalers; extracted teeth when necessary.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
- Trained new staff on clinic procedures and animal handling techniques.
- Placed IVs and urinary catheters.
- Administered vaccinations, SQ injections, IM injections, and IV injections.
Equine
Haven Stables
Port Republic
02.2020 - Current
- Mucked out stalls to remove waste and debris, and keep conditions sanitary.
- Cared for and groomed between 20 and 30 horses each day.
- Kept horses healthy and ready for activities by preparing and distributing feed and water on schedule.
- Rendered aid to injured and sick horses, and notified supervisors of additional care requirements.
- Administered medications to animals.
- Completed routine barn upkeep tasks, such as stocking supplies.
Veterinary Assistant
Mountain View Equine Hospital
Steeles Tavern
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Organized the operating room ahead of procedures, and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
- Administered immunizations, blood plasma, and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Stocked treatment rooms with appropriate supplies, scheduled appointments, answered phones, and processed customer payments to boost office efficiency.
- Monitored reproductive cycles to ensure optimal breeding times.
Equine Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Horizons
Harrisonburg
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Monitored the safety of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
- Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents, and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
- Designed activities to help individuals overcome confidence issues and build strength.
- Kept horses healthy and ready for activities by preparing and distributing feed and water on schedule.
- Completed routine barn upkeep tasks, such as stocking supplies.
- Turned out horses to promote optimal exercise and health.
Education
Associate of Veterinary Science -
Blue Ridge Community College Veterinary Technology
Weyers Cave, VA05-2024
High School Diploma -
Turner Ashby High School
Bridgewater, VASkills
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Radiology
- Ultrasound
- Ventipuncture and IV cath placement
- Triage and emergency care
- Laboratory diagnostics
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient record-keeping
- Surgical prep and assistance
- Attention to detail
Certification
Licensed Veterinary Technician (State of Virginia, April 2024) (Licensed in the State of Texas as of January 2026)
Timeline
Licensed Veterinary Technician
Massanutten Animal Clinic
12.2022 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Mountain View Equine Hospital
10.2020 - 12.2022
Equine
Haven Stables
02.2020 - Current
Equine Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Horizons
01.2018 - 10.2020
Associate of Veterinary Science -
Blue Ridge Community College Veterinary Technology
High School Diploma -
Turner Ashby High School