Aaron Ocariz Wesley
El Monte,CA
Summary
Former veterinary technician with an extensive history in animal healthcare brings experience in medication administration and basic animal care. Attentive and detail-oriented with passion for helping pet owners feel confident and at ease about pets' welfare while away.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Uber Driver
Uber Technologies Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Elected to work graveyard shift from 5pm to 5am, averaging 20-30 patrons per night.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
- Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
Veterinary Technician
Animal AM Emergency Pet Clinic
Pasadena, CA
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Overnight shift veterinary technician, responsible for overseeing as many as 12 critically-ill pets and 10 boarded pets per shift.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Established intravenous drips for ongoing hydration, especially in treatment of canines suffering from parvovirus infections.
- Expertly-performed venipuncture.
Veterinary Technician
Anaheim Hills Pet Clinic
Anaheim Hills, CA
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian in addition to provide veterinary care for approximately 5-40 boarded pets.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Performed dental cleaning and dental extractions.
- Venipuncture, positioning for radiographs, and various tissue collection.
Owner/Operator
Flavor Factory Food Truck
Los Angeles, CA
04.2014 - 11.2015
- Managed day-to-day operations of food truck and farmers market kitchen(s)
- Planned for and purchased food for daily operations
- Maintained required records including food production, inventory, income/expense and meal count records
- Ensured staff followed proper sanitation and safety procedures while food was prepared and served
- Expedited food and ensured customer service was above and beyond expectations
Veterinary Technician
Parkview Pet Clinic
Glendale, CA
07.2012 - 12.2013
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Performed dental cleaning and dental extractions.
- Venipuncture, positioning for radiographs, and various tissue collection.
Veterinary Technician
Los Feliz Small Animal Hospital, Atwater Village
06.2010 - 06.2012
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health
- Performed dental cleanings and dental extractions.
- Performed ophthalmological procedures such as tear production testing, topical anesthetic application, fluorescein staining of cornea and tonometry
- Venipuncture, positioning for radiographs, and various tissue collection.
Veterinary Technician
Yorba Regional Animal Hospital
Anaheim, CA
10.2007 - 07.2008
- Mainly provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Performed dental cleanings and dental extractions.
- Performed ophthalmological procedures such as tear production testing, topical anesthetic application, fluorescein staining of cornea and tonometry.
- Venipuncture, positioning for radiographs, and various tissue collection.
- Assessed paws, ears and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation
Veterinary Technician
VCA Central Emergency Animal Hospital
Upland, CA
10.2005 - 10.2007
- Fulfilled lead veterinary technician role at hospital.
- Supervised team of 15-25 veterinary technicians.
- Managed adjoining veterinary supply shop that sold medications, animal food and pet equipment.
- Collaborated with hospital manager to maintain daily operations.
- Venipuncture, radiograph imaging, and tissue collection.
Veterinary Technician
Above and Beyond Pet Clinic
Norwalk, CA
12.2004 - 10.2005
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health
Education
High School Diploma -
Arroyo High School
El Monte, CA 09.1994 - 06.1998
Skills
Species-specific temperament knowledge
undefinedTimeline
Uber Driver
Uber Technologies Inc.
08.2019 - 03.2020
Veterinary Technician
Animal AM Emergency Pet Clinic
12.2017 - 02.2018
Veterinary Technician
Anaheim Hills Pet Clinic
05.2016 - 06.2017
Owner/Operator
Flavor Factory Food Truck
04.2014 - 11.2015
Veterinary Technician
Parkview Pet Clinic
07.2012 - 12.2013
Veterinary Technician
Los Feliz Small Animal Hospital, Atwater Village
06.2010 - 06.2012
Veterinary Technician
Yorba Regional Animal Hospital
10.2007 - 07.2008
Veterinary Technician
VCA Central Emergency Animal Hospital
10.2005 - 10.2007
Veterinary Technician
Above and Beyond Pet Clinic
12.2004 - 10.2005
High School Diploma -
Arroyo High School
09.1994 - 06.1998
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