José Carlos García Sierra
TURIN,AB
Summary
Animal health professional with extensive experience in animal care, excelling in team supervision and animal health management. Demonstrated ability to improve productivity and implement cost-effective health protocols. Skilled in operating equipment and adapting to dynamic environments, consistently achieving positive results through detail-oriented and collaborative approaches.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Scientist
Serfas Farms LTD
Enchant, AB
10.2021 - Current
- Observing animal (riding a horse) behavior closely in order to detect any changes that may indicate illness or injury.
- Providing medical care to livestock including vaccinations, de-worming, hoof trimming, castrating.
- Operating farm machinery such as loader and skid steer.
- Assist by driving a feeder truck if require.
- Maintain control of hospitals, treating animals periodically.
Veterinary Technician – Animal Health Supervisor
Gold Star Cattle
Tulare, USA
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Oversee animal health for two calf ranches.
- Apply treatments following established protocols to reduce medication costs.
- Responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing calf health and welfare.
- Developed strategies for improving animal health, growth, and productivity.
Night Shift Veterinarian (Small Animals)
Veterinaria Lomont
San Pedro Garza García, Mexico
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided overnight emergency care and routine treatments in a high-volume veterinary hospital.
- Communicated with pet owners regarding diagnosis, prognosis and treatment options while demonstrating compassion for their concerns.
- Maintained medical records of each patient using electronic medical record software systems.
- Responded to emergency calls after regular business hours for critical cases.
- Coordinated with specialists outside the practice when required for advanced cases.
- Educated clients on proper animal nutrition, behavior modification techniques, parasite control and preventive healthcare programs.
Veterinary Assistant / General Operations
Natural Prairie Dairy Farm
, USA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed hospitalization and treatment of sick cattle.
- Worked in hoof trimming, tractor operation, and insemination.
- Gained hands-on experience across multiple dairy production departments.
Sanitation and Herd Health Manager
Corrales de Engorda El Potrero S.A. de C.V.
Saltillo, Mexico
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Supervised health of 10,000 feedlot cattle.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Managed treatment teams, disease detection, feed trough checks, and slaughter-readiness.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Scheduled staff shifts based on project needs and availability.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
Assistant Ranch Manager
Grupo STIVA S.A. de C.V.
, Mexico
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Managed white-tailed deer and Charolais cattle on a hunting ranch.
- Supported pasture management and animal handling.
Veterinary Intern → General Manager
GM Agroproductora S.A. de C.V.
, Mexico
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Promoted after internship to oversee a 2000-head cattle farm.
- Responsible for clinic care, livestock management, and staff supervision.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
Education
M.D. - Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science
Universidad Autónoma De Nuevo León – Facultad De Medicina Veterinaria Y Zootecnia
Nuevo Leon, Mexico12-2017
Agricultural Technician -
Centro De Bachillerato Tecnológico Agropecuario No. 22
MexicoSecondary & Primary Education -
Escuela Secundaria Técnica #8
MexicoPrimary Education -
Escuela Primaria Benito Juárez
MexicoSkills
- Team collaboration
- Team supervision
- Fast learner
- Adaptability
- Responsibility
- Punctuality
- Detail-oriented
- Positive attitude
- Constructive feedback
- Farm equipment operation
- Animal health protocols
- Animal Production
- Animal health management
- Animal behavior observation
Certification
- Horse Taming: Equine Psychology and Leadership Course
- Cell Growth Disorders Course
- XVIII UANL Symposium on Feedlot Cattle
- English Diploma – Intermediate Level
- Theoretical-Practical Course: Artificial Insemination in Cattle (Ezequiel Montes, Querétaro – Ajuchitlán)
- Methodological Training for New Extensionists Diploma
- Equivalency of studies by wes.org
Timeline
Animal Scientist
Serfas Farms LTD
10.2021 - Current
Veterinary Technician – Animal Health Supervisor
Gold Star Cattle
03.2021 - 09.2021
Night Shift Veterinarian (Small Animals)
Veterinaria Lomont
07.2020 - 03.2021
Veterinary Assistant / General Operations
Natural Prairie Dairy Farm
01.2019 - 01.2020
Sanitation and Herd Health Manager
Corrales de Engorda El Potrero S.A. de C.V.
01.2018 - 01.2019
Assistant Ranch Manager
Grupo STIVA S.A. de C.V.
01.2018 - 12.2018
Veterinary Intern → General Manager
GM Agroproductora S.A. de C.V.
01.2017 - 12.2017
M.D. - Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science
Universidad Autónoma De Nuevo León – Facultad De Medicina Veterinaria Y Zootecnia
Agricultural Technician -
Centro De Bachillerato Tecnológico Agropecuario No. 22
Secondary & Primary Education -
Escuela Secundaria Técnica #8
Primary Education -
Escuela Primaria Benito Juárez