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Daisy Medrano
Licensed Eligible Veterinary Technician
Shirley,NY
Summary
Compassionate veterinary technician serving clients and animals with excellent health services. Skilled in leveraging medical history and symptoms to reach efficient and accurate diagnoses in emergency animal practice. Dedicated to guaranteeing any pet suffering from pain gets the medical attention it deserves. Knowledgeable in animal behavior and wound care. Willing to be gentle and creative in handling fractious and nervous patients as a future licensed Veterinary Technician.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Licensed Eligible Veterinary Technician
East End Veterinary Center
Riverhead, NY
11.2021 - Current
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as radiology, blood transfusions, critical care and anesthesia.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Assist in Spanish translations when presenting estimates, discharges, CPR related questions, diagnostics, analyses results, and more.
- Established critical medical treatments for ongoing care in isolation wards (canine parvovirus, pneumonia, FIP, leptospirosis, and more).
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases [Smartflow / ezyvet].
- Aided veterinary surgeon with gastrotomy and c-section surgeries and procedures for domestic species with complex requirements.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Veterinary Assistant
East End Veterinary Center
Riverhead, NY
02.2019 - 11.2022
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management, and emergency medicine in animals,including wildlife.
- Assisted veterinarians with restraining animals during examinations to assess injuries.
- Provided pet owners with excellent customer service and compassionate care for animals.
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, and discharges (more for Spanish speakers).
- Senior assistant who trains new veterinarian assistants.
- Run and send out blood work, take radiographs, help prepare for lacerations and unblocked patients.
- Clean and sterilize instruments used for various procedures.
- Assist rehabilitation and surgery department when on-call.
- Organize shipments, help technicians log controlled substances (witness and double-check math), and clean kennels/cages.
- Assist veterinarians with acupuncture and internal medicine.
- Run Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for all species in need.
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Medical Center Of Long Island
West Islip, NY
07.2020 - 11.2021
- Assisted technicians in performing basic exams and tests such as fecal and blood analysis for all species of patients.
- Bathed and dipped dogs afflicted with mange or parasitic infestations and applied specific medications for itch relief.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Answered owners' animal health questions and educated on healthy animal care practices (Spanish speakers).
- Administered PO medications to animals in treatment on regular, scheduled basis and documented any changes in condition.
- Monitored urine and fecal output, completed weight checks and observed appetite during feeding.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays.
Hourly Shift Supervisor
Boston Market
SHIRLEY, United States
01.2017 - 08.2021
- Built performance-oriented culture with satisfied, hardworking employees by clearly highlighting employee success and developing leaders from within.
- Delivered superior training and leadership to teams to boost performance and help team members achieve performance targets.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
Education
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Suffolk County Community College
Brentwood, NY 08.2020 - 05.2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY 08.2013 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
William Floyd High School
Mastic Beach, NY 09.2009 - 06.2013
Skills
Emergency and preventive care
undefinedAdditional Information
Volunteered at North Fork Animal Welfare League, located in Riverhead, NY, for the summer and fall of 2018.
Interests
Zumba / dance
Timeline
Licensed Eligible Veterinary Technician
East End Veterinary Center
11.2021 - Current
Associate of Science - Veterinary Technology
Suffolk County Community College
08.2020 - 05.2022
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Medical Center Of Long Island
07.2020 - 11.2021
Veterinary Assistant
East End Veterinary Center
02.2019 - 11.2022
Hourly Shift Supervisor
Boston Market
01.2017 - 08.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Suffolk County Community College
08.2013 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
William Floyd High School
09.2009 - 06.2013
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