Yadira Velasquez
Santa Ana
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Assistant skilled in client communication, animal safety, and patient restraint. Committed to providing compassionate care while ensuring cleanliness and compliance in veterinary procedures.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Irvine Great Park Animal Hospital
Irvine
12.2025 - Current
- Assisted in performing routine examinations and vaccinations for animals.
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments and equipment for procedures.
- Monitored animal behavior and reported changes to veterinary staff.
- Provided compassionate care and support to animals during treatments.
- Educated pet owners on post-care instructions and general pet health.
- Maintained cleanliness of examination rooms and treatment areas for safety compliance.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Hospital of Fountain Valley
Fountain Valley, CA
11.2024 - 12.2025
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures, ensuring smooth operation of the veterinary clinic.
- Ensured optimal animal care by assisting in surgeries, which included preparing operating rooms, sterilizing instruments, and providing post-operative care.
- Supported veterinary diagnostics, preparing samples for laboratory testing to aid in swift treatment planning.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Contributed teamwork flexibility adaptability willingness learn new skills support colleagues achieve practice goals objectives.
Education
Veterinary Assistant -
American College of Healthcare And Technology
Santa Ana 07.2023
Skills
- Client communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
- Animal safety
- Appointment scheduling
- Sample collection
- Reception duties
- Physical examinations
- Medical record-keeping
- Sanitation protocols
- Euthanasia assistance
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Irvine Great Park Animal Hospital
12.2025 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Hospital of Fountain Valley
11.2024 - 12.2025
Veterinary Assistant -
American College of Healthcare And Technology