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Adriana Picado

Hackettstown,NJ

Summary

Dedicated veterinary assistant with extensive experience in supporting veterinarians during animal examinations and treatments. Committed to promoting animal health and enhancing the quality of life for pets.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital
, NJ, FL, NC
05.2019 - Current
  • Address animals' healthcare needs by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders.
  • Answer phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling and services offered.
  • Provide detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
  • Dispense prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
  • Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
  • Educated clients on proper animal nutrition and preventive health care techniques.
  • Restrain animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques, according to species size and temperament.
  • Maintain accurate medical records of all patients.
  • Sterilize and maintain veterinary care instruments and equipment.
  • Perform laboratory and diagnostic tests.
  • Gather urine, blood, and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Administer immunizations and treatments, following veterinarian instructions.
  • Monitor the vital signs of hospitalized animals, including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, and other parameters as necessary.
  • Shave surgical areas and place IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
  • Administer and monitor anesthesia for surgeries.
  • Monitor vital signs during surgery and notify the veterinarian of changes.
  • Care for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
  • Provide emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
  • Train and develop new associates.

Pet Counselor

Animal Medical Hospital
CHARLOTTE, NC
03.2018 - 03.2019
  • Supervised groups of dogs at play.
  • Walked dogs regularly to promote exercise and maintain proper health and fitness.
  • Monitored the health condition of pets on an ongoing basis, and reported any changes to veterinarians promptly.
  • Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
  • Coordinated with pet owners regarding care plans and preferences, ensuring tailored services.
  • Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat, and properly sanitized.

Education

Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology

Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ
01-2026

Skills

  • Client education
  • Animal handling
  • Intravenous catheterization
  • Pre-anesthetic preparation
  • Preventative medicine
  • Vaccine administration

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital
05.2019 - Current

Pet Counselor

Animal Medical Hospital
03.2018 - 03.2019

Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology

Penn Foster College

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