Licensed Veterinary Technician
Ana Alegria, LVT
Roo Relief Veterinary Services
Princeton,TX
9
years of professional experience
2
Certification
Dedicated and experienced licensed veterinary technician with over 9 years in the veterinary field. Since starting in the field at 18 years old I have gained comprehensive experience in general practice, emergency surgery and ICU care, and wildlife rehabilitation. I bring a strong passion for animal care, client education, and technical skills. Eager to contribute to a high quality practice bringing my positive driven attitude everyday!
Work History
Emergency & Critical Care Nurse
3 Years 6 MonthsVeterinary Technician
5 Years 8 MonthsLead Surgical Technician
3 Years 9 Months- Led surgical team in preparation and organization of instruments for complex procedures.
- Mentored junior technicians on sterilization techniques and best practices.
- Implemented inventory management system to track surgical supplies efficiently.
- Collaborated with surgeons to streamline workflow and enhance patient safety protocols.
Veterinary Assistant & Receptionist
1 Year 8 Months- Assisted in administering medications and vaccinations for diverse animal species.
- Monitored animal health and behavior, reporting changes to veterinary staff.
- Prepared surgical instruments and assisted during procedures to ensure efficiency.
- Educated pet owners on proper care, nutrition, and preventive health measures.
- Maintained cleanliness of kennel facilities, promoting hygiene and comfort for animals.
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring efficient visitor check-in and directing inquiries appropriately.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
Education
A.S. - Veterinary Technology
Skills
Advanced triage and stabilization techniques
Performing CPR according to Recover guidelines
Anesthetic administration and monitoring
Diagnostic imaging
In-House Labs (manual platelet count
urinalysis
cytology)
Advanced phlebotomy including: nasogastric tubes
urinary catheters
and PICC lines
Handling and restraint of domestic and exotic species such as rodents
reptiles
and raptors
Client education and compassionate communication during crisis
Ability to manage fast-paced environments and prioritize under pressure
Certification
- Fear-Free Certified (2023)
- Recover CPR BLS & ALS (Updated 2025)
LANGUAGES
English
Spanish
Timeline
Emergency & Critical Care Nurse
Mckinney Emergency Veterinary Clinic
05.2023 - CurrentRead More
Veterinary Technician
Roo Relief Veterinary Services
03.2021 - CurrentRead More
Lead Surgical Technician
The Vet House
03.2019 - 12.2022Read More
Veterinary Assistant & Receptionist
Windhaven Veterinary Hospital
06.2017 - 02.2019Read More
Dallas College
A.S. from Veterinary Technology
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