I am dedicated, compassionate, and eager to contribute wherever I’m needed. I’ve supported surgical procedures, assisted clients, and managed front-office tasks, and I thrive on working with animals of all kinds.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
University Veterinary Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
Assist veterinarians in exam, treatment, and surgeries.
Veterinary Assistant
Oasis Veterinary Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2023
Roomed patients, TPR, assisted in treatment and X-rays
Administered vaccines and collected blood samples
Performed Cytologies , FNAs, and blood smears
Worked with IDEXX and Vetter
Front Office
Berkeley Dog and Cat
01.2022 - 10.2022
File and record management.
Knowledgeable Computer database such as Cornerstone
Collect and deposit payments and operate office equipment.
Schedule and confirm appointments for clients and staff
Optical Clerk, Cashier
Costco Warehouse
01.2019 - 01.2021
Assisted members by ordering their prescription glasses and/or contacts.
Advised what kind of lenses would best fit their lifestyle.
Filed insurance claims and payments.
Education
Associates Degree - Veterinary Technician
Carrington College
Pleasant hill, CA
01.2023
General Education - undefined
Contra Costa College
San Pablo, CA
01.2017
Skills
Fluent in Spanish
Fear free Animal Handling and Restraint
Venipuncture and Sample collection
Client education and Communication
Vital signs
Venipuncture & IV placement
Administer vaccines, medications, and fluids (IM, SQ, IV)
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
University Veterinary Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Oasis Veterinary Hospital
10.2022 - 12.2023
Front Office
Berkeley Dog and Cat
01.2022 - 10.2022
Optical Clerk, Cashier
Costco Warehouse
01.2019 - 01.2021
General Education - undefined
Contra Costa College
Associates Degree - Veterinary Technician
Carrington College
INTERNSHIPS
Berkeley Dog and Cat Hospital—April 2022-July 2022. Internship in the Emergency Department. Triaged and discharged patients. Helped run bloodwork. Performed physical examination and restrained for dogs and cats. Worked on estimates to present to clients.
Clayton Valley Pet Hospital—Dec 2021-Mar 2022. Assisted with surgical prep, monitoring anesthesia, heart rate, Respiratory rate, and blood pressure during surgery. I was able to participate in a spay, neuter, and dental surgery. Perform physical examination and restrained dogs, cats, and some exotics for treatment. Helped dispense medication and administered vaccines.
Veterinary/Surgical Assistant at University Veterinary Hospital & Diagnostic CenterVeterinary/Surgical Assistant at University Veterinary Hospital & Diagnostic Center