Diego Molano
Mine Hill,NJ
Summary
I am a veterinarian in my home country of Colombia. Currently finishing the ECFVG certification process to obtain a DVM license, already passed the NAVLE. Currently working in New Jersey as a veterinary assistant. I am willing to work any shift and offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Animal lover with many years of successfully assisting veterinarians in surgery and taking medical histories. Committed to learning new tasks and considered high performing and motivated employee.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Hospitals
03.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Technical skills such as IV catheter placement, blood draws and anesthesia monitoring.
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Animal Hospital
06.2022 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling to optimize daily operations and maximize patient throughput.
Medical Spanish Interpreter
Baystate Health - Baystate Medical Center
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Enhanced communication by accurately interpreting and translating complex legal documents for Spanish-speaking clients.
- Contributed to increased client satisfaction by providing effective language support during important meetings.
- Streamlined workflow for colleagues by efficiently managing multiple interpretation projects simultaneously.
Server
Cloverleaf Tavern
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Maintained a clean and orderly dining area for an enjoyable guest experience.
Lifeguard
Randolph YMCA
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Improved response times by conducting thorough lifeguard drills and training sessions.
- Promoted water safety awareness with educational presentations to community groups.
Swim Instructor
Universidad De Antioquia
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Increased swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and maintaining vigilant supervision during lessons.
- Enhanced student swimming abilities through the development and implementation of personalized lesson plans.
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
- Streamlined class organization by maintaining accurate records of student progress, attendance, and skill assessments.
Education
Veterinarian - Veterinary Medicine
Universidad De Antioquia
Colombia06.2021
Skills
- IV catheters
- Blood draws
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Dental Prophylaxis
- Lab operation
- Procedure Support
- Animal Safety
- Conduct necropsies
- Physical Examinations
- Surgical Assistance
- Sample Collection
- Parasite control
Accomplishments
Publications
- Seroprevalence and Molecular Characterization of Leptospira spp. In Rats Captured near Pig Farms in Colombia 2022 Sara Lopez-Osorio, Diego A Molano, Anderson LopezArias, Nelida Rodriguez-Osorio, Corina Zambrano, Jenny J Chaparro-Gutierrez
- Aspectos Importantes de la Cisticercosis Porcina y Prespectivas de Diagnóstico en Colombia 2017 Jenny J Chaparro, Estefania Duque Rojas, Maria Gomez, Diego Molano, Diego Piedrahita
swimming
Was a swimmer in University now swim to stay in shape.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Elementary
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
VCA Hospitals
03.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Animal Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Medical Spanish Interpreter
Baystate Health - Baystate Medical Center
05.2021 - 01.2022
Server
Cloverleaf Tavern
01.2020 - 01.2021
Lifeguard
Randolph YMCA
01.2017 - 01.2021
Swim Instructor
Universidad De Antioquia
01.2016 - 01.2019
Veterinarian - Veterinary Medicine
Universidad De Antioquia