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Jessica Menjivar

Houston,TX

Summary

Reliable employee seeking a clerk position. Offering excellent communication, good judgement and desire to grow professionally.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Animal Care Operator

University Of Houston
Houston, TX
10.2020 - 09.2022
  • Worked closely with team members and communicated with management in demanding scientific environment.
  • Assisted with maintaining health surveillances.
  • Cleaned, sterilized and maintained housing rooms and Cages.
  • Operated and kept scheduled maintenance on large machinery.
  • Prepared scheduled food and behavioral enrichment.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently

Lead Veterinary Technician

Houston Cat Hospital
Houston , Texas
06.2019 - 10.2020
  • Managed veterinary supply inventory included instruments, lab supplies, medications and supplements.
  • Managed staff schedules.
  • Managed maintenance logs.
  • Performed and developed radiographs.
  • Performed Dental Radiographs.
  • Performed Dental Prophylaxis.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Implanted subcutaneous identification microchips into animals.
  • Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration.
  • Assessed paws, ears and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
  • Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
  • Collected and performed cytology.
  • Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
  • Prepared and packaged lab samples.
  • Provided aid in restraining patients for medical services.
  • Promoted parasite protection as well as skin and coat health through regular grooming, dietary suggestions and supplement recommendations for pet owners.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • Set and enforced policies focused on increasing team productivity and strengthening operational efficiency.
  • Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
  • Conducted weekly staff meetings to motivate staff members, address concerns and questions, plan improvements, and evaluate progress toward goals.

Nursery Attendant

University Of Houston
Houston, Texas
05.2016 - 10.2020
  • Cleaned and sanitized toys, feeding bottles, counter, floors, doors and equipments.
  • Prepared feeding bottles according to age scheduled.
  • Maintained feeding log.
  • Transferred infants to and from socialization area.
  • Washed and folded Laundry.
  • Performed health observation.

Lead Veterinary Technician

Kaaws
Houston, TX
08.2012 - 06.2019
  • Managed veterinary supplies, medications, animal food and pet equipment.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
  • Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
  • Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration system.
  • Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
  • Implanted subcutaneous identification microchips into animals.
  • Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration.
  • Assessed paws, ears and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
  • Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
  • Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
  • Promoted parasite protection as well as skin and coat health through regular grooming, dietary suggestions and supplement recommendations for pet owners.
  • Handled hospital inventory and tracking.
  • Supported clinic operations and coordinated staff schedules.
  • Analyzed bloodwork and sample results using IDEXX to diagnose diseases and conditions.
  • Assisted veterinarian with wound treatment, administration of vaccines and operations.
  • Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as dentistry and anesthesia.
  • Educated clients on animal health, preventive care and procedures.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
  • Delivered feedback to decision-makers regarding employee performance and training needs.
  • Verified inventory counts remained within monthly tolerance levels and compiled financial data in compliance with budget.
  • Maintained accurate pharmacy records and controlled drug logs.
  • Educated caregivers and guardians on animal care, nutrition, medical conditions and disease management.

Education

Veterinary Surgical Technician - Veterinary Science

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
12.2011

High School Diploma -

Robert E Lee High School
Houston, Texas
08.2009

Skills

  • Equipment Disinfection
  • Microscopic Examination
  • Physical Condition Monitoring
  • Information Collection and Recording
  • Animal Restraining
  • Treatment Administration and Documentation
  • Food Supplement Preparation
  • Facility Laundry and Cleaning
  • Medication Regimens
  • Housekeeping Duties
  • Vaccination Administration
  • Wound Care
  • Patient Information
  • Materials Ordering
  • Supply Maintenance
  • Customer Communication
  • Surgical Equipment Cleaning
  • Courteous with Strong Service Mindset
  • Cash and Credit Card Payment Processing
  • Answering Emails
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Critical Thinking
  • Administrative and Office Support
  • Strong Telephone Etiquette
  • Spanish Interpreting
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Power Point
  • Excell
  • AviMark
  • EZPet

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Animal Care Operator

University Of Houston
10.2020 - 09.2022

Lead Veterinary Technician

Houston Cat Hospital
06.2019 - 10.2020

Nursery Attendant

University Of Houston
05.2016 - 10.2020

Lead Veterinary Technician

Kaaws
08.2012 - 06.2019

Veterinary Surgical Technician - Veterinary Science

Houston Community College

High School Diploma -

Robert E Lee High School

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