Anna Garza
Veterinary Assistant
Silverton,OR
Summary
Experienced Veterinary Assistant with over seven years of experience. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Birch Street Animal Clinic
Canby, OR
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Monitored multiple animals in post-operative care unit for anesthesia recovery, vital signs and activity levels.
- Assisted Veterinarian in performing basic exams and tests such as fecal and blood analysis for all species of patients.
- Answered owners' animal health questions and educated on healthy animal care practices.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using Cornerstone
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and culture.
- Bathed and dipped dogs afflicted with mange or parasitic infestations and applied specific medications for itch relief.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment.
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
- Conducted preliminary patient workups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment on regular, scheduled basis and documented any changes in condition.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays.
- Monitored urine and fecal output, completed weight checks and observed appetite during feeding.
- Radiology certified
Veterinary Assistant
Companion Pet Clinic
Woodburn, OR
01.2012 - 09.2018
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information
- Monitored up to multiple animals in post-operative care unit for anesthesia recovery, vital signs and activity levels.
- Assisted veterinarian in performing basic exams and tests such as fecal and blood analysis for all species of patients.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and culture.
- Bathed and dipped dogs afflicted with mange or parasitic infestations and applied specific medications for itch relief.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment.
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
Education
GED -
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR 04.2004 - Current
Skills
Emergency and preventive care
Fecal, urine and blood testing
Lab operations
Dental procedures
Emergency pet care
General anesthesia monitoring
Vaccinations
Proper animal restraint
Surgical safety
Medication Administration
File and records management
Pet owner rapport
Chart management
Effective owner communication
Illness assessment and treatment
Animal diagnostics
Chronic and acute conditions
Animal behavior knowledge
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Birch Street Animal Clinic
09.2018 - 10.2019
Veterinary Assistant
Companion Pet Clinic
01.2012 - 09.2018
GED -
Chemeketa Community College
04.2004 - Current