Ashley Lozada Olmeda
Urbana,IL
Summary
Focused Veterinary Student committed to providing animal diagnoses and treatments. Well-versed in promoting health awareness by offering pet owners useful advice and educational tools to better care for pets.
Motivated Veterinary Student seeking internship in large animal medicine to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Criadero 5D Paso Fino Horses
, PR
01.2019 - Current
- Monitored horses health on a regular basis and reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Administered first aid treatments when necessary.
- Assisted with the administration of medications to horses as needed.
- Performed routine hoof maintenance such as trimming and shoeing horses.
- Administered medications to animals.
Veterinary Student Extern
Clínica Veterinaria Caguas Norte
Caguas , PR
02.2024 - 02.2024
- Educated clients on proper animal nutrition, behavior modification techniques, parasite control and preventive healthcare programs.
- Performed minor surgeries such as spaying and neutering, declawing.
- Assisted in laboratory testing such as blood work, urinalysis and fecal analysis.
- Communicated with pet owners regarding diagnosis, prognosis and treatment options while demonstrating compassion for their concerns.
- Coordinated with specialists outside the practice when required for advanced cases.
- Managed a team of veterinary technicians by assigning tasks based on individual skillsets.
- Provided assistance and support to owners during end-stage pet illnesses, delivering comfort, compassion and kind words.
Veterinary Student Extern
Midwest Animal Hospital
, Illinois
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted simple surgeries on animals.
- Evaluated patient condition through observation of vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, mucous membrane coloration, hydration status.
- Assisted veterinarians in daily rounds and physical exams of hospitalized animals.
- Assisted with radiographs and ultrasounds when needed.
- Collected samples for diagnostic testing and sent specimens to laboratories for processing.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as fecal analysis, urinalysis, and bloodwork.
Volunteer
Martin Animal Clinic
, FL
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Administered vaccinations to zoo animals according to established protocols.
- Performed physical examinations on zoo animals, including vital signs and assessments of general health condition.
- Assessed health conditions, symptoms and history of animals and delivered treatment.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, education on treatment protocols and general procedures.
Customer Service Representative
Cremaciones del Este
Carolina, PR
06.2016 - 12.2020
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Answered customer inquiries and provided accurate information regarding products and services.
- Pet urns, identification, cremation certificate, and delivery of remains.
Pet Care Specialist
PetSmart Charities
Fajardo , PR
03.2016 - 12.2020
- Fed pets on-schedule and with appropriate food for developmental or health requirements.
- Monitored pets for signs of distress, injury and illness and coordinated caring responses.
- Administered medication and treatment as prescribed by veterinarian to optimize animal health.
- Sought veterinarian attention to facilitate care for sick or injured pets.
- Observed animal behavior closely for signs of stress or illness that could require medical attention.
- Conducted daily health checks of all animals in the facility to ensure they were healthy and free from any illnesses or injuries.
- Provided pet owners with detailed instructions and guidelines on how to properly care for their pets.
- Provided advice on proper nutrition for various types of pets based on breed type, size, age.
- Maintained records of animal histories, medications, treatments, and other important information related to their care.
- Administered medications to animals.
- Assessed animals for injury and illness.
Volunteer
Animedical Veterinary Center
, PR
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals.
Shadowing Student
Hospital Menonita
, PR
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Observed physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in a variety of clinical settings.
- Shadowed medical staff during rounds to observe diagnostic techniques and treatments used for patients.
Volunteer
SUCN Arturo Rivera Mujica
, PR
03.2016 - 05.2017
- Ensured that milking parlor was kept clean and free of debris at all times.
- Observed animals for signs of illness or injury and reported any abnormalities to supervisor.
Sales Associate
DSW Shoe Warehouse
Carolina, PR
05.2015 - 03.2016
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
St. Kitts And Nevis 05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medical Sciences
Universidad Del Turabo
Puerto Rico 05-2018
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Medical record-keeping
- Client Communication
- Vaccination Administration
- Treatment Planning
- Veterinary surgery
- Client Education
- Proper Animal Restraint
- Acute and chronic treatment
- Wound Management
- Surgical Procedures
- Positive pet interactions
- Medication Administration
- Anesthesia Administration
- Animal Handling
- Disease Diagnosis
- Physical Examinations
Certification
- Fear Free Certified Professional
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Veterinary Student Extern
Clínica Veterinaria Caguas Norte
02.2024 - 02.2024
Veterinary Student Extern
Midwest Animal Hospital
12.2023 - 12.2023
Volunteer
Martin Animal Clinic
08.2021 - 09.2021
Volunteer
Criadero 5D Paso Fino Horses
01.2019 - Current
Shadowing Student
Hospital Menonita
05.2017 - 08.2017
Volunteer
Animedical Veterinary Center
01.2017 - 12.2019
Customer Service Representative
Cremaciones del Este
06.2016 - 12.2020
Pet Care Specialist
PetSmart Charities
03.2016 - 12.2020
Volunteer
SUCN Arturo Rivera Mujica
03.2016 - 05.2017
Sales Associate
DSW Shoe Warehouse
05.2015 - 03.2016
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Medical Sciences
Universidad Del Turabo
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