Adelina Mejia
Brighton,CO
Summary
Ambitious student pursuing veterinary technician degree eager to contribute developed knowledge in RVT role. Skilled in urgent care and treatments in emergency type settings. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings. Multitasking Veterinarian Assistant willing to work any shift and offering great work ethic. Animal lover with over 2 years of successfully assisting veterinarians in surgery and taking medical histories. Committed to learning new tasks and considered highly motivated employee.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Northside Emergency Pet Clinic
04.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Recorded patient food and water intake and output levels on a daily basis.
- Documented and tracked treatment activities.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls after hours.
- Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
- Sterilized and maintained veterinary care instruments and equipment.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians.
Hospital Assistant
Northside Emergency Pet Clinic
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Responded promptly to requests from nursing staff regarding supplies or equipment needs.
- Ensured all infection control protocols were followed at all times while interacting with patients.
- Cleaned exam rooms between patient visits according to established procedures.
- Stocked medical supplies in examination rooms and other areas of the hospital as needed.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Cashier
Arc thrift store
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Performed other duties as assigned by management.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
Education
Licensure - Veterinary Technology
Pima Medical Institute
Aurora, CO01-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
Denver, CO03.2023
High School Diploma -
Innovations And Options
Brighton, CO05-2019
Skills
- Gowning and Gloving Procedures
- Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
- Animal Restraint
- Animal Safety
- Patient Bathing
- Reception Area Maintenance
- Sample Collection
- Urgent Care
- Physical Examinations
- Animal Handling
- Post Operative Care
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Client Education
- Medication Administration
- Client Communication
- Animal Grooming
- Animal Behavior
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
- Reception duties
- Intravenous catheterization
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Northside Emergency Pet Clinic
04.2023 - Current
Hospital Assistant
Northside Emergency Pet Clinic
12.2022 - 04.2023
Cashier
Arc thrift store
08.2019 - 04.2020
Licensure - Veterinary Technology
Pima Medical Institute
Some College (No Degree) - Veterinary Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
Innovations And Options
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