Micaela Elson
San Diego
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in animal healthcare/ research working with cats and dogs, exotics, and small mammals . Skilled in laboratory procedures, medical record-keeping, and client relations. Possesses excellent communication and customer service skills to deliver quality patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Health Technician
Innovive LLC.
San Diego, CA
02.2025 - Current
- Adhered to regulatory policies while conducting daily observations of animal well-being.
- Conduct routine care for animals including cage changes, food and water supply.
- Observes and monitors animals for signs of illness, trauma or social instability.
- Prepare and submit records using digital colony maintenance software; including creating cage cards, receiving and/or creating animals, and reporting health assessments as needed.
- Follow room and/or facility entry order and biosafety procedures.
- Receive, identify, and properly house incoming animal shipments according to SOPs.
- Humanely euthanize animals as requested or required.
Veterinary Technician
Charles River Laboratories
San Diego, CA
02.2022 - 01.2024
- Generate animal treatment records and perform, track and schedule follow-ups.
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
- Monitored laboratory animal behavior and health.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
- Monitored and maintained medical supply inventory.
- Maintained real-time database consistent with complex colony management.
- Assisted with maintaining health surveillance program and submissions.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Turquoise Animal Hospital
San Diego, CA
08.2016 - 12.2021
- Performed medical procedures such as vaccinations, blood collections, and catheter placement
- Filled prescriptions, performed laboratory work, and helped with diagnostic radiology.
- Monitored animals under anesthesia, and recovery from surgeries to identify issues with their progress.
- Supported veterinarians during surgical procedures by preparing the equipment and passing instruments and materials.
- Performed urinalysis, cytology, and administered medications both intravenous and intramuscular.
- Maintained controlled substances inventory with veterinary assistant permit.
- Communicate with pet owners of updates and surgery discharge instructions about their animals.
- Performed receptionist duties to provide exceptional customer service and making appointments and transactions.
- Responsible for inventory orders for pharmaceuticals, supplies and vaccines.
- Ear cleaning, Anal glands, Sanitary trims, teeth brushing.
- Dental scaling
Pet Care Technician
Fon Jon Pet Care
San Diego, CA
07.2014 - 08.2016
- Kept kennels clean, tidy and spaces stocked with items for pet or staff needs.
- Conducted basic grooming services with baths, brushing and nail clipping, anal glands, trimming coats, ear cleaning.
- Documented pet care activities, immunizations and treatments delivered.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
Education
No Degree - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ2027
GED -
Horn Lake High School
Horn Lake, MS01.2012
Skills
- Oral and Topical Medication Administration
- IV Placement
- Fluorescein Stain Testing
- Animal Welfare
- Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
- Ear Cleaning
- Patient Bathing
- Wound Treatment
- Lab Animal Restraint
- Monitor Animal Behavior
- Subcutaneous Injections
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Animal Health Technician
Innovive LLC.
02.2025 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Charles River Laboratories
02.2022 - 01.2024
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Turquoise Animal Hospital
08.2016 - 12.2021
Pet Care Technician
Fon Jon Pet Care
07.2014 - 08.2016
GED -
Horn Lake High School
No Degree - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College