Experienced with animal care and medical procedures essential to veterinary practice. Utilizes skills in administering treatments, assisting in surgeries, and managing patient records to enhance clinic operations. Strong understanding of animal behavior and health monitoring to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Work History
Registered Veterinary Technician
1 Year 6 Months
Animal Care Services | 04.2025 - Current
Monitored anesthesia and patient vitals during surgical procedures, ensuring safe veterinary care.
Administered medications, vaccines, and treatments accurately under veterinary direction.
Collected samples and performed in-house laboratory testing to support diagnosis.
Prepared animals, instruments, and exam rooms for procedures and diagnostic work.
Registered Veterinary Technician, Trainer, and Customer Service Representative
12 Years
Orange Veterinary Hospital | 10.2014 - Current
Ensure the safety of pets, clients and associates by utilizing safe restraining techniques, following standard protocols, and maintaining clean, sterile and organized treatment areas, exam rooms and labs.
Prepare and assist in surgical procedures including abdominal exploratory surgery and dental prophylaxis. Properly cleaned all surgical instruments and sterilized appropriately.
Obtained laboratory specimens via venipuncture or cystocentesis. Prepared and tested blood, tissue, urine, and fecal samples.
Trained new employees in veterinary technician tasks, including note taking, documentation, computer functions, time management, customer service, and pet handling and restraint.
Proficient in computer systems and excellent communication skills.
Accounting and Laborer
12 Years 4 Months
Eaves Construction | 06.2014 - Current
Entering sales data, market survey information and personal information into databases.
Ensuring the accuracy and relevancy of all data entered databases.
Assisted with various construction tasks at a general contracting company.
Registered Veterinary Technician
1 Year 3 Months
Department of Animal Services | 10.2023 - 01.2025
Prepared cats and dogs for high-volume spay and neuter surgery to support efficient surgical operations.
Maintained continuous patient monitoring throughout sedation and anesthesia to ensure safe treatment delivery.
Administered blood draws, vaccinations, IV catheter placement, and microchip implantation to support preoperative and surgical care.
Safely recovered postoperative patients to support continuity of care.
Aquatics Supervisor, Aquatics Lead, Lifeguard
4 Years 4 Months
Raging Waters | 05.2008 - 09.2012
Trained and coordinated lifeguards across park areas to enhance safety and service quality.
Audited lifeguard performance to uphold and ensure life-saving skill proficiency.
Maintained records of rescues, first aid, guest complaints, and safety for park guests, swimmers, and employees.
Track In-service hours and updating employee schedules.
Sales Associate/Cashier
10 Months
Bath and Body Works | 10.2010 - 08.2011
Delivered exceptional customer service and efficient cashiering.
Executed product sales and managed inventory effectively.
Education
B.S. - Zoology, Music Minor
California State Polytechnic University | Pomona | 06-2014
Diploma
Glendora High School | Glendora | 06-2009
Skills
Client communication
Anesthesia monitoring
Dental prophylaxis
Radiology assistance
Dental care support
Client education
Certification
Certified Veterinary Technician, State of California, Licensed Veterinary Technician, State of Nevada
Special Recognition
Fear Free Certification Level 2 (12/2018), CAPNA First Time Leadership Program Graduate (07/2018)
Timeline
Registered Veterinary Technician
Animal Care Services
04.2025 - CurrentRead More
Registered Veterinary Technician
Department of Animal Services
10.2023 - 01.2025Read More
Registered Veterinary Technician, Trainer, and Customer Service Representative