Alina Gonzlez
Itasca,Illinois
Summary
Veterinary student with a foundation in animal care and clinical assistance. Assisted in veterinary procedures and maintained high standards of patient care. Demonstrated expertise in animal handling and medical record-keeping.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Touhy Animal Hospital
Park Ridge, Illinois
05.2021 - Current
- Educate pet owners on proper care, nutrition, and preventative health measures.
- Monitor anesthesia during procedures.
- Assist veterinarians in the exam room by taking a detailed history of the patient.
- Monitor animal behavior and vital signs pre- and post-surgery.
- Assist in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarians.
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Assist in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Assist with euthanasia procedures.
- Maintain up-to-date patient records.
Extern
Chicago Equine Medical Center
Wauconda, Illinois
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Traveled to a variety of barns and observed veterinarians examine the horses.
- Observed intra-articular injections on sport horses.
- Observed dentals on patients.
Veterinary Assistant
CountryChase Animal Hospital
Tampa, Florida
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Maintained accurate detailed patient records.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels.
- Assisted the veterinarian in exams and received detailed historical information on the patient.
- Collected blood samples and fecal samples when needed.
- Performed fecal float and diagnosis.
Veterinary Receptionist
Niles Animal Hospital
Niles, Illinois
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Facilitated daily operations by answering incoming calls, directing inquiries, and taking messages for veterinarians.
- Scheduled appointments for patients based on their needs.
Sales Associate
Bed Bath & Beyond
Wilmette, Illinois
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Processed customer's purchases and orders.
- Located products at other store locations for customers.
- Maintained product availability, inventory, and store appearance.
- Maintained client and staff communication.
Restaurant Hostess
Paladar Cuban Restaurant
Chicago, Illinois
04.2017 - 02.2020
- Scheduled reservations and orders by phone.
- Managed the seating chart and monitored activity in restaurant.
- Collaborated with servers to ensure each guest was greeted and served efficiently.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Saint Kitts, West Indies08-2027
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Minor in Spanish)
University of Tampa
Tampa, Florida12-2022
Skills
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
- Appointment Scheduling
- Medication Administration
- Sample Collection
- Vaccine Administration
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Medical Record-Keeping
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Client Education
- Post Operative Care
- Intravenous Catheterization
- Physical Examinations
- Animal Restraint
- Pre-anesthetic Preparation
- Anesthesia Monitoring
- Reception Support
- Gowning and Gloving Procedures
- Organizational Skills
- Wound Care
- Time Management
- Microchip Administration
- Dental Care
Timeline
Extern
Chicago Equine Medical Center
07.2022 - 08.2022
Veterinary Assistant
CountryChase Animal Hospital
10.2021 - 12.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Touhy Animal Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Veterinary Receptionist
Niles Animal Hospital
01.2020 - 07.2022
Sales Associate
Bed Bath & Beyond
06.2017 - 08.2018
Restaurant Hostess
Paladar Cuban Restaurant
04.2017 - 02.2020
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biology (Minor in Spanish)
University of Tampa