Carlos Martinez
North Hills
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Veterinary Technician with over 30 years experience and expertise in anesthesia administration, critical patient care, and with the ability to adapt to various clinical settings. Committed to enhancing veterinary practices through team collaboration and continuous education and strong communication.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Pacific Animal Clinic
West Los Angeles
08.2023 - Current
- Administered vaccinations and medications to diverse animal patients, ensuring compliance with veterinary protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and health status during procedures, maintaining accurate medical records for patient care.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgical procedures by preparing instruments and ensuring sterile environments for optimal outcomes.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and preventive health measures, fostering client relationships and trust.
- Participated in continuous education programs to stay updated on veterinary advancements and best practices within the field.
- Performed laboratory tasks such as blood draws and sample analysis efficiently within a fast-paced clinical setting.
- Supervisor: Eric Anderson (310) 473-4030
Registered Veterinary Technician
UC Davis
Davis, CA
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Worked in the radiation oncology department
- Managed patients anesthesia protocols for anesthetized radiation treatments, from admission, catheter placement, induction, entubation, radiation treatment, to discharging patients
- Collaborated with the veterinary anesthesia department to develop anesthesia protocols tailored to individual animal needs.
- Supervisor: Cristy Sears
Registered Veterinary Technician
VCA ASG
Glendale, CA
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Cared for hospitalized patients in critical care, and intensive care
- Familiar with ICU procedures like CRI of several medications, blood typing and transfusion, monitoring critical patients post surgical procedures like GDVs, exploratory surgeries, etc
- Supervisor: Desiree Johnson
Ophthalmology Lead Veterinary Technician
VCA WLA
West Los Angeles, CA
09.1998 - 12.2022
- Assisting the ophthalmologist in getting history from patients, in surgery, maintaining ophthalmology equipment and instruments, ordering and tracking inventory
- Supervisor: Perla Venegas
Veterinary Technician
Laurel Pet Hospital
West Hollywood, CA
02.1989 - 07.1999
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Platt College
Anaheim, CA06-2021
Skills
- Catheter placement, including sampling/triple lumen, anesthesia administration
- Nursing care of ICU/CCU patients including DKAs and post care of complex surgeries such as GDVs and orthopedics like TPLOs
- Diagnostic imaging
- Dental prophylaxis and radiographs
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
UC Davis
08.2024 - 09.2024
Registered Veterinary Technician
Pacific Animal Clinic
08.2023 - Current
Registered Veterinary Technician
VCA ASG
12.2022 - 08.2024
Ophthalmology Lead Veterinary Technician
VCA WLA
09.1998 - 12.2022
Veterinary Technician
Laurel Pet Hospital
02.1989 - 07.1999
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Platt College