Micaela Smith
San Diego
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive experience in animal healthcare 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
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Charles River Laboratories
02.2022 - 12.2023
- 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
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
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, AZ08.2025
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
Veterinary Technician
Charles River Laboratories
02.2022 - 12.2023
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Turquoise Animal Hospital
08.2016 - 12.2021
Pet Care Technician
Fon Jon Pet Care
07.2014 - 08.2016
No Degree - Veterinary Technology
Penn Foster College
GED -
Horn Lake High School
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