THABISO KGOPA
Pretoria
Summary
I am an experienced Veterinary Technologist, with goals for continued growth and learning, along the journey expanding my skillset. I possess a broad-spectrum mindset and have keen interest in leadership and the overseeing of new projects. I have undying passion for Quality Control and Quality Assurance and have aspirations of getting into internal and external auditing. This blend of skills and ambition has allowed me to give out high quality returns on my employment requirements.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Veterinary Technologist
Pathcare Vetlab
Cape Town
08.2023 - Current
- Responsibilities include, but are not limited to Specimen reception and processing.
- Oversite of projects.
- Administrative duties such as receiving and resolving of queries.
- QC reviews and troubleshooting
- Stock management
- Health and safety representative
- Staff training
- Writing of SOP
- Educated pet owners on animal care, nutrition, and preventive health measures.
- Monitored vital signs of animals under anesthesia.
- Observed behavioral patterns of animals to detect any signs of illness or discomfort.
- Educated clients on proper pet care including nutrition and preventative health care measures.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the clinic.
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative care for animal patients.
- Dispensed medications to clients as needed according to veterinary prescriptions.
- Restrained animals during examinations or treatments using appropriate techniques.
- Prepared medications, vaccines and other pharmaceuticals as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Assisted in emergency situations such as resuscitation attempts.
- Monitored hospitalized patients for changes in condition or response to treatment.
- Conducted physical exams on incoming animals.
- Administered medications and vaccines according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Monitored vital signs and provided pre- and post-operative care to patients.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing examinations and treatments for various animal species.
Veterinary Technologist
Pathcare Vetlab
Cape Town
02.2020 - 07.2023
- The performance of various diagnostic techniques, including Microbiology, Hematology, Biochemistry, Parasitology, Molecular biology and Serology (ELISA).
Education
BTECH VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY - Virology, Molecular Biology
TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Pretoria05-2021
NDIP VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY -
TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Pretoria10-2019
Skills
- Specimen reception
- Stock management
- Project management
- Advanced maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instruments
- Health and safety
- Client follow-ups and query resolving
- Leadership
- Staff training
- SOP writing
Activities
In my spare time I like to indulge in various fitness related programs such as playing soccer as well as going to the gym. This has allowed me to maintain my health, not only allowed me to perform my professional requirements in the form of my employment. This also provides the necessary mental stability to give out the high quality results driven products. I also enjoy literature and do not shy away from reading and writing.
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Afrikaans
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Senior Veterinary Technologist
Pathcare Vetlab
08.2023 - Current
Veterinary Technologist
Pathcare Vetlab
02.2020 - 07.2023
BTECH VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY - Virology, Molecular Biology
TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
NDIP VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY -
TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY