Alyx Alvarado
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Certified Veterinary Assistant focused on patient care and client communication. Proficient in animal welfare and clinical procedures, ensuring high standards of patient management. Proven communication and problem-solving skills contribute to improved outcomes in animal care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Veterinary Assistant
SPOT USA
Pinellas Park, FL
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored animals' vital signs such as temperature, pulse and respiration rate.
- 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.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms and kennels between appointments.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Observed patients' conditions post-treatment or surgery to ensure healing process was progressing well.
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Bayview Animal Hospital
St. Petersburg, FL
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained inventory of medications and supplies used in the clinic.
- Prepared food items according to veterinary protocols and monitored consumption levels.
- Provided emotional support to pet owners dealing with difficult diagnoses or end-of-life decisions.
- Restocked supplies in exam rooms or treatment areas.
- Provided animal restraint for examinations and treatments.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Cleaned and maintained exam rooms, kennels, cages, runs and yards.
- Collected fecal samples for microscopic analysis, and interpreted the results.
- Assisted Veterinarians with euthanasia procedures when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School
Seminole, FL06-2025
Skills
- Physical examinations
- Preventative medicine
- Post operative care
- Animal restraint
- Sanitation protocols
- Patient monitoring
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Sample collection
Certification
- Certified Veterinary Assistant
- Entrepreneurship and Small Business Certification
- Certified in Animal CPR
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Assistant
SPOT USA
08.2024 - Current
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Bayview Animal Hospital
03.2023 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Richard O. Jacobson Technical High School
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