Alisa Whisler

25984 Airline Rd, Sturgis, MI 49091  (269) 221-8130

Profile
 Compassionate Veterinary Technician with more than 8 years’ experience in the
clinical field including research.
 Ability to contribute to a team environment.
 Comfortable in both leadership and player rolls.

Education & Credentials

Associate of Applied Science, Baker College of Jackson, MI, July 2009-June 2012
Graduated Cum Laude
*License, State of Michigan 6902004085
*License, State of Indiana 25001668A

MPI Research, Mattawan, MI

*ALAT: April 2016
*LAT: October 2016
*LATG: April 2017

Skills
 ALAT, LAT, LATG certified
 Blood collection and laboratory procedures on
blood, urine and feces
 Familiarity with various computer programs
and veterinary software
 Recording and charting procedures used in
clinic and research setting.
 Surgical setup, assisting and monitoring
 Managing/logging controlled substances
in house and on MAPS/PMP program
 ABSL-2, ABSL-3
 Proficient in moribund and euthanasia of
small and large animals as well as
exotics

Work History
Bergman Veterinary Medical Center
Veterinary Technician 2019 to 2020
 Prepare patients for and assist veterinarian with surgical procedures.
 Perform aftercare procedures of patients following surgery.
 Proficient in laboratory testing and microscopy (urine, fecal, FNA and blood).
 Managing inventory and expense on Cornerstone software.
Zoetis, Richland, MI
Laboratory AnimalTechnician-Contractor 2018 to 2019
 Provide husbandry for cats and dogs.
 Maintain and supervise cleaning of animal rooms and equipment.
 Handle animals under bio-hazardous conditions while following procedures.
 Identify unwell, distressed and abnormal animals, and report Vet on call.
 Assisted in providing suitable environment and treatment of laboratory animals.

Continued
 Alisa Whisler  (269) 221-8130

Fedore Veterinary Services, Cassopolis, MI

Veterinary Technician 2017 to 2018: Small animal clinic out of business
 Prepare animals for and assist veterinarian with surgical procedures in a large and small
animal setting including wildlife.
 Perform aftercare procedures of patients following surgery.
 Maintain inventory, orders and purchases of supplies
 In charge of PMP program, recording controlled substances.
 Contribute to all clerical duties: answering multiple phone lines, patient check in/check out,
effectively communicating as a liaison between the doctor and client and maintaining patient
records.
MPI Research, Mattawan, MI
Research Technician 1 2015 to 2017
 Perform various animal husbandry duties of rodent, canine, feline and primates
 Primate handling, restraint and husbandry
 Various laboratory techniques such as blood collections, injections and euthanasia in large
and small animal as well as primates.
 Qualified in moribund determination.
 Experience in Radiation and BSL2 procedures.
Eighth Street Veterinary Care, Kalamazoo, MI
Veterinary Technician 2013 to 2015
 Assist veterinarian during examinations and surgeries.
 Perform aftercare procedures of patients following surgery.
 Running various blood tests using Heska products and equipment.
 Assist with euthanasia in clinic and home setting.
 In charge of MAPS program, recording controlled substances
Fawn River Animal Clinic, Sturgis, MI
Veterinary Technician 2010 to 2013
 Coordinates various up-to-date techniques among staff.
 Assist veterinarian during examinations and surgeries.
 Humanely euthanize animals under the supervision of the veterinarian.
 Assist with cremation services available on-site.
 Administer vaccines to animals and deliver blood and lab results.
Military/Community Service
United States Army Sept 1985-Nov 1987
 Ft. McClellan, Alabama; Siegelsbach, Germany
 Military Police (honorable discharge)
Katimavik Youth Program-Cross Canada Tour Sept 1984-May 1985
 Esquimalt Naval Base, Victoria, B.C.
 Mississauga, Ont.
 Lachute, Quebec