Ana Galarza
Cliffside Park,NJ
Summary
Dedicated candidate with extensive experience providing support to animals. Skilled in monitoring animal vitals and meeting task deadlines. Highly organized and works well in team environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Vetco Total Care
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Performed testing and completed blood counts.
- Educated clients on post-surgical care and nutrition.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Collected and processed samples for laboratory testing.
- Kept detailed records of animal treatments and medications.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
Veterinary Assistant
Carlstadt Animal Hospital
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
- Facilitated efficient inventory management through regular stock checks, ordering supplies, and organizing storage areas.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling to optimize daily operations and maximize patient throughput.
- Expedited laboratory processing times by collecting samples efficiently for blood work or other testing purposes.
Education
No Degree - Veterinary Technician
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ2026
High School Diploma -
Passaic High School
Passaic, NJ06.2020
Skills
- Client Communication
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
- Animal Safety
- Medication Administration
- Sample Collection
- Animal Grooming
- Vaccine administration
- Laboratory procedures
- Medical record-keeping
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Post Operative Care
- Emergency and preventive care
- Surgical procedures and support
- Pharmacy inventory
- Intravenous catheterization
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Prescription Filling
- Veterinarian Assistance
- Customer Service
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Vetco Total Care
10.2023 - 06.2024
Veterinary Assistant
Carlstadt Animal Hospital
02.2023 - 06.2024
No Degree - Veterinary Technician
Bergen Community College
High School Diploma -
Passaic High School