April Baez
Livingston,CA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician efficiently handles various pet breeds and temperaments. Offers experience conducting pet examinations, maintaining animal care records and preparing animals for surgery.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
Valley Animal Hospital
2017.11 - 2023.01
- Enhanced patient care by performing diagnostic tests and analyzing results for accurate diagnosis.
- Assisted veterinarians in surgery, resulting in successful procedures and faster recovery times for patients.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to patients, promoting their overall well-being and comfort during treatment.
- Maintained detailed patient records, allowing for efficient communication between team members and streamlined care processes.
- Collaborated with the veterinary team, contributing to a positive work environment and seamless coordination of patient care.
- 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.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Administered oral or topical medications to boarding patients as specified by veterinarian in animal's medical record.
Veterinary Assistant
Ceres Veterinary Clinic
2012.08 - 2017.10
- Educated pet owners on preventive care measures, leading to healthier pets and fewer medical issues.
- Ensured proper restraint techniques were employed during examinations or procedures to protect both staff members and animals from harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Maintained detailed patient records, allowing for efficient communication between team members and streamlined care processes.
- Improved client satisfaction through clear communication regarding pet health status updates.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
Education
Associates of Art in Progress - Psychology
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA12.2024
Veterinary Technician Certificates - Veterinary Technology
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA05.2012
High School Diploma -
Livingston High School
Livingston, CA06.2010
Skills
- Anesthesia Administration
- Post Operative Care
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Medical Record-Keeping
- Preventative Care
- Laboratory Testing
- Vaccine Administration
- Sample Collection
- Surgical Assistance
- Patient Monitoring
- Animal nursing
- IV catheter placement
- Animal restraint
- Wound care management
References
Available upon request.
Affiliations
- Volunteer at Jessica's House
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Valley Animal Hospital
2017.11 - 2023.01
Veterinary Assistant
Ceres Veterinary Clinic
2012.08 - 2017.10
Associates of Art in Progress - Psychology
Modesto Junior College
Veterinary Technician Certificates - Veterinary Technology
Modesto Junior College
High School Diploma -
Livingston High School
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