JASMINE CABRAL
San Diego
Summary
With a solid background at Care and Comfort Veterinary Hospital, I excel in animal care and communication. My experience includes administering medications, assisting in surgeries with precision, and enhancing clinic efficiency. My ability to manage tasks and connect with both animals and people marks a track record of compassionate, efficient service in veterinary support roles. Diligent professional skilled in animal care and customer service. Proven ability to handle emergency situations with composure and professionalism. Experienced in providing compassionate care to both owners and animals. Compassionate Veterinary Assistant with a background in animal handling and care. Proven ability to assess patient needs and provide quality care. Adept at record-keeping and maintaining patient charts. Possesses excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks. Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments.
Compassionate professional in animal healthcare, known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in medication administration, sample collection, and patient monitoring. Excel at communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring optimal care and support in fast-paced environments.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4042
4042
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Lindsey Veterinary Care
San Diego
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and surgical procedures.
- Managed patient records using veterinary software systems.
- Prepared and administered medications as directed by veterinarians.
- Educated pet owners on proper care and treatment protocols.
- Supported inventory management by restocking supplies as needed.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Trained new veterinary staff on office procedures and requirements.
- Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites, and skin scrapings.
- Clipped animals' claws and polished teeth to maintain hygiene.
- Completed enemas, catheterizations and intravenous feedings.
Veterinary Assistant/CSR
care and comfort veterinary hospital
el cajon
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Assisted in restraining animals during examinations or treatments
- Restrained animals for veterinary examinations, treatments and procedures
- Assisted DVMs during procedures by restraining animals, monitoring vitals and administering medications
- Filled prescriptions for pet owners under the direction of a veterinarian
- Greeted customers warmly and answered their inquiries about services offered by the clinic
- Administered medications orally or topically as prescribed by veterinarians
- Assisted in the preparation of laboratory specimens, including drawing blood, collecting urine samples, and taking x-rays
- Collected laboratory specimens, such as blood, urine, and feces for testing.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas and equipment.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
Vet Assistant Intern
eastlake village veterinary clinic
Chula Vista
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Administering vaccines, caring for animals, maintaining clean kennels as well as runs monitored dogs on anesthesia, assisted with multiple procedures, sterilized tools, helped restrain animals, as well as prepped animals for surgery
Education
veterinary assistant -
pima medical institute
CAotay ranch high school
CASkills
- Management
- Organizational skills
- Communication
- Cleaning Experience
- Animal Care
- Animal Restraint
- Medication Administration
- Time Management
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Vaccine Administration
- Reception Duties
- Appointment Scheduling
- Wound Management
- Laboratory Skills
- Surgical assistance
- Equipment operation
- Laboratory testing
- Customer service
- Appointment scheduling
- Reception duties
- Laboratory procedures
- Radiology techniques
- Reception support
- Vaccine administration
- Diagnostic imaging
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Dental prophylaxis
- Gowning and gloving procedures
- Intravenous catheterization
- Sample collection
- Post-surgical monitoring
- Sterilize instruments
- Animal husbandry
- Animal handling
Certification
Veterinary assistant
Personal Information
Title: VET ASSISTANT/CSR
References
- Sabrina Woods, Thrive Pet Health Care, DVM, (812) 577-6472, sabrina.woods@thrivepet.com
- Breanna Turk, Thrive Pet Health Care, Manager, (760) 519-1719, breanna.turk@thrivepet.com
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Lindsey Veterinary Care
07.2024 - Current
Veterinary Assistant/CSR
care and comfort veterinary hospital
07.2021 - 06.2024
Vet Assistant Intern
eastlake village veterinary clinic
01.2021 - 04.2021
veterinary assistant -
pima medical institute
otay ranch high school