Amber Quesada
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Ability to work under stressful situations and maintain professionalism while safely completing an assigned task. Hardworking individual who is loyal, dependable, and always follows instructions of supervisors. Technician with background working in team-oriented environments. Knowledgeable in animal behavior and safety regulations. Responsible animal caretaker skilled in bathing, grooming and general animal welfare management. Promotes good health with fun, safe and clean environments. Dependably carries out instructions and stays current on schedules.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Care Technician - Medical
Palm Valley Animal Society
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Restrained animals safely during exams and procedures.
- Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
- Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
- Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
- Documented animals' weight, size and condition in computer system for review by senior staff.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Work Study
South Texas College
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Duties include data entry of security sensitive information of students, designing and platforming outreach events for students, engaging student body, organizing, and managing campus tours, and networking with students, faculty, and staff at all levels.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff
Hostess
Xtreme Jump
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Duties include money handling, cleaning before and after party, observation of people and children and food service
- Would Guard trampolines and make sure everyone is following rules.
- Supported needs of wait staff who attended to specific needs of countless customers daily for restaurant with social relevancy and intentionality
Sales Associates
Dollar Tree
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Duties were to clean before it opens and after it closes, assist customers with their needs and stocking up.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
Education
No Degree - Administrative Assistance And Secretarial Science
South Texas College
McAllen, TX08.2024
High school diploma -
PSJA North
Pharr, TX05.2020
Skills
- Critical Thinking & Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Coordination
- Responsible
- Recordkeeping
- Animal Nutrition
- Facility Cleaning
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Animal health monitoring
- Company Procedure Adherence
- Kind customer engagement
- Pet handling
Hobbies
I love arts and crafts, reading, playing with my cat and dog, and herbology.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Animal Care Technician - Medical
Palm Valley Animal Society
04.2023 - 09.2023
Work Study
South Texas College
04.2022 - 08.2022
Hostess
Xtreme Jump
10.2021 - 01.2022
Sales Associates
Dollar Tree
05.2021 - 07.2021
No Degree - Administrative Assistance And Secretarial Science
South Texas College
High school diploma -
PSJA North
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