Open To Work
Samantha Pardo
Mandan,ND
Summary
Veterinary professional with extensive experience in animal healthcare and strong commitment to excellence in clinical support. Adept at assisting in surgeries, administering treatments, and providing compassionate care. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments, with key skills in diagnostic testing and patient management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Harris Veterinary Mobile Services
Mission, TX
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Monitored patient vitals and behaviors, providing detailed reports for diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and pharmaceuticals, optimizing stock levels for efficient operations and ordered inventory when running low.
- Checked our schedule for the day and prepare the proper equipment and injections that were needed.
- Scheduled clients to our schedule and answering any questions they may have..
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Scheduled appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases appropriately based on severity of symptoms presented by pets.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing compassionate care for pets during their appointments.
- Streamlined workflow, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely communication with clients regarding treatment plans.
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarian in diagnosing and treating animals.
- Educated pet owners on preventative care, significantly reducing incidence of common diseases.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Administered oral or topical medications patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
Veterinary Assistant
Valley Animal Hospital
Pharr, TX
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Collected vitals with every single patient that walked through the doors
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
- Supported the veterinarian during euthanasia procedures by comforting clients throughout the difficult process while demonstrating empathy toward their emotional needs.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Trained new staff on best practices for animal handling and clinic protocols.
Veterinary Technician
Woodcrest Veterinary Clinic
Riverside, CA
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and patient comfort.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, optimizing stock levels to reduce costs and improve service delivery.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide exceptional customer service while managing phone calls and front desk tasks.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Managed kennel duties responsibly ensuring cleanliness comfort safety nutrition hydration exercise monitoring recovering boarding animals.
- Increased client satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and offering valuable recommendations for pet care.
- Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Ensured optimal animal care by assisting in surgeries, which included preparing operating rooms, sterilizing instruments, and providing post-operative care.
- Fostered compassionate atmosphere for animals and pet owners, easing anxiety and building trust.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Administered medications orally, subcutaneous, intravenous
- Administered catheters and blooddraws in patients that are needing hospitalization or surgery
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Performed opthalmological procedures such as tear production testing, topical anesthetic application, florescent staining of cornea and tonometry
Veterinary Assistant
Mission Veterinary Hospital
Mission, TX
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and patient comfort.
- Monitored animal behavior and health status, reporting changes to veterinarians for timely interventions.
- Administered medications and vaccines under veterinary supervision, maintaining accurate records for each patient.
- Supported surgical teams by preparing instruments and supplies, contributing to a sterile environment.
- Educated pet owners on post-operative care and general wellness, enhancing client relationships and satisfaction.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Prepared animals for surgery, including pre-operative care and post-operative monitoring.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Contributed teamwork flexibility adaptability willingness learn new skills support colleagues achieve practice goals objectives.
Education
GED -
Sharyland Pioneer High School
Mission, TXSkills
- Intravenous catheterization
- Medication administration
- Surgical assistance
- Vaccine administration
- Medical history collection
- General anesthesia monitoring
- IV medication administration
- Intravenous injection
- Laboratory skills
- Surgical preparation
- Pharmacy duties
- Client education
- Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
- Treatment administration
- Suture removal
- Nail trimming
- Supply restocking
- Medical record-keeping
- Vaccinations
- Patient monitoring
- Medication dispensing
- Medication labeling
- Behavioral assessment
- Wound treatment
- Instrument pack sterilization
- Lab operations
- Sanitation protocols
- Anal sac expression
- Fluorescein stain test
- Microscopy techniques
- Cytocentesis
- Heartworm diagnostic testing
- Urinalysis techniques
- Ear sample collection
- Skin scraping
- Surgical scrubbing procedures
- Wound management
- Patient bathing
- Veterinary office administration
- Tick removal
- Tonometry
- Feline towel restraint
- Elizabethan collar application
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Tonopen tonometry method
- Blood collection
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeTimeline
Veterinary Technician
Harris Veterinary Mobile Services
09.2024 - 12.2025
Veterinary Assistant
Valley Animal Hospital
10.2022 - 08.2024
Veterinary Technician
Woodcrest Veterinary Clinic
10.2021 - 08.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Mission Veterinary Hospital
08.2019 - 12.2021
GED -
Sharyland Pioneer High School