America Galvez Necoechea
San Ysidro,USA
Summary
Certified Veterinary Assistant with hands-on experience in hospital setting, including safe feline and canine restraint, surgical instrument sterilization, and patient. Proven ability ability to assist in fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of clinic hygiene and patient care. Highly motivated and compassionate individual seeking a veterinary assistant position to apply fundamental care knowledge. Eager to contribute to a positive clinic environment by assisting with patient assessments, maintaining cleanliness. Dedicated to animal well-being and continuous learning.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager
Super Star Car Wash
Chula Vista, CA
2026 - Current
- opening procedures
- closing procedures
- sales
- administration
- Assisted in product demonstrations to effectively communicate features and benefits to clients.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability for customer demands.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product offerings and industry trends to inform customers accurately.
- Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
Customer service
HALO Animal Rescue
Phoenix, AZ
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Facilitated and guided the animal adoption
- Resolved customer issues and concerns
- Managed a high volume of in-person, phone and emails inquiries
- Provided outstanding customer service, addressing guest concerns promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall customer service experience.
- Husbandry
- Coordination with files
Sales lead
USS Midway
San Diego, CA
03.2022 - 2025
- Provided customer relationship management
- Open/close the store
- Stocking
- Handling money for the bank/store
- Analyzed market trends to inform pricing strategies and promotional campaigns, driving revenue growth.
- Optimized inventory management to meet sales demand without overstocking.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with personalized follow-up strategies.
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
Soldier
USS ARMY
San Antonio, TX
- Adhered to strict safety protocols during training exercises and live operations.
- Led unit training sessions to improve skills, cohesion, and overall performance standards.
- Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
- Participated in joint exercises with allied forces to improve interoperability and strengthen partnerships.
Waitress
TJ Oyster Bar
Otay Ranch, CA
2019 - 2020
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area, adhering to health regulations.
- Upsold daily specials, enhancing dining experience and increasing overall sales.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
Education
Veterinary Assistant -
Pima Medical Institute
Phoenix, AZ12-2025
High School Diploma -
CETis 156
Tijuana, B.C06-2019
No Degree - 240 Hours of Externship, Finished With A.
Externship, South Bay Veterinary Hospital
Chula Vista, CA2025
Skills
- Feline handling & restraint
- Canine handling & restraint
- Following radiation safety guidelines & protocols
- Performing basic patient assessment/physical examination
- Application of typical medications (ie Ointments, flea/tick preventatives, medical shampoos/dips, ophthalmic/otic solutions)
- Ear cleaning
- Cleaning/sanitizing animal holding areas (kennels, runs, carriers/crates, etc)
- Nail trimming (canine/feline)
- husbandry
- Vaccines
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical prep
- IV Catheter assistance
- Diagnostics (digital radiography positioning and processing)
- Laboratory (Fecal flotation, urinalysis, and basic hematology)
Certification
- America Galvez Necoechea 03/25 - 03/25
- American Heart Association, CPR and AED
- America Galvez Necoechea 02/25 - 12/25
- Pima Medical Institute, Veterinary assistant program
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Customer service
HALO Animal Rescue
03.2025 - 10.2025
Sales lead
USS Midway
03.2022 - 2025
Assistant Manager
Super Star Car Wash
2026 - Current
Soldier
USS ARMY
Waitress
TJ Oyster Bar
2019 - 2020
Veterinary Assistant -
Pima Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
CETis 156
No Degree - 240 Hours of Externship, Finished With A.
Externship, South Bay Veterinary Hospital