Alexandra Velazquez
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated candidate with extensive experience providing support to animals. Skilled in monitoring animal vitals and meeting task deadlines. Highly organized and works well in team environments, very social person.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Work with Animal rescue services, (PAWS R US, Ontario,Canada (519) 803 2744) and others rescue services in Mexico.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Lifetime Animal Care Center
San Diego, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- 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.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Promoted preventive care services by educating clients on the importance of routine check-ups, vaccinations, and dental cleanings.
- Expedited laboratory processing times by collecting samples efficiently for blood work or other testing purposes.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Work with AVImark system
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis.
Veterinarian
International Animal Clinic
Matamoros,Tamps, Mexico
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Spay and neuter over 200 animals for animal rescue campaigns.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible
Veterinary Assistant
International Animal Clinic
Matamoros, Tamps. Mexico
07.2014 - 12.2018
- Started working as assistant in collage.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Monitored laboratory animal behavior and health.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Medicine
I.C.E.S.T
Matamoros,Tamps, Mexico01.2019
Skills
- Decision Management
- Veterinary Care
- Education Administration
- Treatment Administration
- Patient Check-Ins
- Animal Vaccinations
- Team Leadership Qualities
- Veterinary medical knowledge
- Staff Training and Development
- Laboratory Testing Procedures
- Inventory Control Abilities
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Lifetime Animal Care Center
05.2023 - Current
Veterinarian
International Animal Clinic
01.2019 - 12.2021
Veterinary Assistant
International Animal Clinic
07.2014 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Veterinary Medicine
I.C.E.S.T