Sabrina Matei
Rocklin
Summary
Compassionate Healthcare Representative recognized for exceptional productivity and efficient task execution. Specialized in patient advocacy, healthcare policy, and effective communication strategies. Proven ability in active listening and problem-solving to improve patient care and navigate complex healthcare systems.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Atlantic Street Pet Hospital
Roseville
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and medical procedures for various animals.
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments and equipment for veterinary operations.
- Monitored animal patients before, during, and after procedures for vital signs.
- Handled administrative tasks including appointment scheduling and client communication.
- Educated pet owners on proper care and treatment following veterinary visits.
- Maintained cleanliness of examination rooms, surgical areas, and animal housing facilities.
- Administered medications and vaccinations as directed by veterinary staff.
- Supported the training of new staff members in daily operational procedures.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the 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.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners during difficult times.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
- Operated imaging equipment for diagnostic radiography procedures.
- Monitored radiation safety measures for both staff and patients during examinations.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded patient information for accurate medical records.
- Operated Idexx diagnostic machines to conduct accurate and efficient bloodwork analyses.
- Performed venipuncture procedures efficiently to aid in timely and effective patient care.
- Inserted IV catheters with precision to ensure proper fluid and medication administration.
- Performed drug calculations to guarantee accurate dosage and safe patient care.
- Utilized veterinary software including Neo Idexx, Avimark, and Cornerstone to optimize clinic operations.
Veterinary Assistant
Family Friends Vet Hospital
Citrus Heights
06.2021 - 01.2024
- Processed patient records and maintained confidentiality standards.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
- Handled billing processes and managed payment transactions efficiently.
- Educated clients on pet care and vaccination protocols.
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
- Assisted veterinarians with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and maintaining patient files.
- Provided customer service by answering questions related to pet care and medications prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Ensured safe and effective treatments by performing animal restraint during examinations.
- Conducted radiographic imaging to assist in accurate diagnosis of animal health conditions.
- Ensured surgical instruments and gowns were properly prepared and packed for veterinary surgeries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Whitney High School
Rocklin, CA06-2019
Some College (No Degree) - Allied Health
Sierra College
Rocklin, CASkills
- Professionalism
- Highly Adaptable
- Surgical preparation
- Surgical assistance
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Post operative care
- Diagnostic imaging
- Customer relationship management
- Proper animal restraint
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- Veterinary terminology
- Time management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Medical charting
- Radiology techniques
- Radiology procedures
- Intravenous catheterization
- Emergency and preventive care
- Urgent care
- Animal first aid
- Microchip administration
- Client education
- Euthanasia assistance
Certification
- BLS Provider - Basic Life Support Certified
Languages
Romanian
Native/ Bilingual
American Sign Language
Professional
Affiliations
- Photography
- Gardening
- Learning Languages
- Camping & Hiking
- Reading
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Atlantic Street Pet Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Family Friends Vet Hospital
06.2021 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
Whitney High School
Some College (No Degree) - Allied Health
Sierra College
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