ALEXIS RUELAS
Durango,CO
Summary
Motivated professional with a deep commitment to animal health and well-being. Experienced in preparing and administering medications, monitoring vital signs and providing post-operative care. Skilled in animal handling, customer service and clerical duties. Ambitious individual with strong organizational and multitasking skills, as well as an aptitude for technology. Ready to apply knowledge and skills to any challenge.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
Riverview Animal Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Facilitated smooth daily operations by answering incoming calls, directing inquiries, and taking messages for veterinarians as needed.
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
EAST EL PASO ANIMAL HOSPITAL
09.2022 - Current
- Restrained animals for veterinary examinations, treatments and procedures
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided nursing care
- Offered educated recommendations to clients, providing exceptional customer service
- Aided with radiographs, running bloodwork and reading feces to perform diagnostics
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in a compassionate and sensitive manner
- Conducted general maintenance of treatment room to keep equipment and machines clean and in operable condition
- Administered anesthetics during surgery and monitored effects on animals
VETERINARY RECEPTIONIST/ASSISTANT
FAR EAST ANIMAL CARE CENTER
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Updated patient records, medical histories, and contact information for traceability
- Screened incoming phone calls, taking messages, or forwarding to appropriate staff
- Responded to emergencies, helping patients in distress and identifying support resources
- Restrained animals during examinations and treatments to prevent accidental injury to patients and staff
- Scheduled veterinary appointments and surgeries to maintain efficient workflow
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S) - ANIMAL SCIENCE
NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY
Las Cruces, NM12.2022
Skills
- Attention To Detail
- Time Management
- Veterinary Medical Records Software
- Veterinary Terminology
- Preparing Treatment Rooms
Timeline
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
Riverview Animal Hospital
09.2023 - Current
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
EAST EL PASO ANIMAL HOSPITAL
09.2022 - Current
VETERINARY RECEPTIONIST/ASSISTANT
FAR EAST ANIMAL CARE CENTER
10.2021 - 10.2022
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S) - ANIMAL SCIENCE
NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY
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