Diana Casillas
San Diego
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated registered veterinary professional with extensive experience in research settings, adept at administering medications and collaborating with researchers. Proven ability in animal restraint and sample collection, complemented by strong communication skills. Committed to enhancing animal welfare through innovative care and enrichment strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Keeper
Mostly Monkeys
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Monitored animal health to quickly recognize signs of illness and injury, seeking necessary medical attention.
- Prepared special diets for animals to accommodate specific health conditions and species-specific needs.
- Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
Registered Veterinary Technician
Salk Institute
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Collected, prepared and labeled samples for laboratory testing, culture, and microscopic
- Collaborated with researchers and scientists to design and execute experiments.
- Provided support and guidance to junior lab staff.
Registered Veterinary Technician Intern
Scripps Research Institute
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
- Administered medications to animals (PO,SQ,IP, and IM)
- Kept records of animal health, and medical treatment/progress.
- Calibrated and troubleshot laboratory instruments.
- Prepared samples for shipping and disposed of bodily fluids in proper containers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Anthropology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05-2021
Associate of Science - Veterinary Science
Pima Medical Institute
Chula Vista, CA02-2018
Skills
- Worked with a wide variety of species
- Medication administration (PO, SQ, IP,and IM)
- Animal restraint
- Euthanasia
- Sample collection techniques
- Specimen handling protocols
Timeline
Animal Keeper
Mostly Monkeys
08.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Veterinary Technician
Salk Institute
11.2017 - 06.2018
Registered Veterinary Technician Intern
Scripps Research Institute
07.2017 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Biological Anthropology
San Diego State University
Associate of Science - Veterinary Science
Pima Medical Institute
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