Ashley Villa
Summary
Dedicated Certificated Veterinary Assistant with hands-on experience in kennel care, animal enrichment, and maintaining sanitation standards in shelter and clinical environments. Recently completed a Veterinary Assistant externship, gaining experience supporting veterinary staff, assisting with animal handling, monitoring patient well-being, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for animals. Strong customer service and communication skills developed through cashier and client interaction experience. Currently pursuing a long-term career path toward becoming a veterinarian through continued education and hands-on experience.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Lovet Pet Health Care
Peoria
04.2026 - 05.2026
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and medical procedures.
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments and treatment areas.
- Monitored animal behavior and reported any concerns to staff.
- Administered medications and vaccines under supervision of veterinarians.
- Maintained cleanliness in patient areas and ensured proper sanitation protocols.
- Restocked supplies in exam rooms or treatment areas.
- Ensured all equipment was properly sterilized between uses.
- Observed animals' behavior to detect signs of pain or distress.
- Performed routine laboratory tests such as fecal analysis, urinalysis and blood work.
- Cleaned and maintained exam rooms, kennels, cages, runs and yards.
- Assisted with surgical procedures by preparing animals, providing support during surgery, and monitoring recovery to ensure well-being.
- Administered vaccinations, medication, and other treatments prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Supported efforts to keep the facility clean and organized.
- Provided animal restraint for examinations and treatments.
- Assisted veterinarians in providing medical care and treatment to animals.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs of hospitalized patients to support veterinarians in assessing health status.
- Administered medications and vaccines following veterinarian instructions.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and reporting changes to ensure prompt veterinary intervention.
- Operated anesthesia, oxygen and monitoring equipment.
Kennel Volunteer
Arizona Humane Society
Phoenix
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Socialized and exercised dogs to promote their well-being and behavior.
- Monitored animal behavior, reporting concerns to ensure timely intervention and care.
- Cleaned kennels, cages, runs, and yards regularly to maintain a healthy environment for animals.
- Assisted in feeding and caring for animals daily at the shelter.
- Provided food and water to animals daily.
- Organized and maintained supplies in kennel facility to streamline operations.
- Cleaned kennels and living spaces for animals at the Arizona Humane Society.
Education
Certificate - Veterinary Assistant
Carrington College
Phoenix, AZ05-2026
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
Maricopa Community Colleges, Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ05-2027
High School Diploma -
Copper Canyon High School
Glendale, AZ05-2024
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Surgical assistance
- Animal care
- Animal restraint techniques
- Vaccine administration
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Postoperative care
- Medical record-keeping
- Pharmacy management
- Cleaning
- Following instructions
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Problem-solving
- Organizing work stations
- Decision-making capacity
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Positive attitude
- Client communication
- FLUENT IN SPANISH
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Lovet Pet Health Care
04.2026 - 05.2026
Kennel Volunteer
Arizona Humane Society
05.2025 - 07.2025
Certificate - Veterinary Assistant
Carrington College
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
Maricopa Community Colleges, Estrella Mountain Community College
High School Diploma -
Copper Canyon High School