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Evin Mejia, DVM

Lake Worth,FL

Summary

Patient and client-focused veterinarian with 10 years of experience backed by a successful career as a clinical practitioner and former chief of staff in small animal medicine. Creative problem solver, providing expert patient triage and systematic care. Empathetic professional, relating to pet owners and listening closely to concerns to determine best care protocol for individual health. Enjoys building positive, trusting relationships with both owners and pets. Flexible and motivating team player willing to help clinic achieve its goals.

Overview

Work History

Associate Veterinarian

Banfield Pet Hospital
2014 - Current
  • Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
  • Managed complex surgical procedures for optimal results, ensuring the welfare of animals under my care.
  • Treated emergency cases that required immediate attention, stabilizing critical patients before referral to specialized facilities when necessary.
  • Handled complex dental procedures skillfully while minimizing discomfort for patients.
  • Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
  • Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
  • Advised clients on end-of-life care options, providing compassionate support during emotionally challenging times.
  • Mentored veterinary students during clinical rotations, guiding them through real-world scenarios and offering valuable insights into the profession.
  • Improved practice revenue by attracting new clients through word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied customers.

Relief Veterinarian

Pet Medical Center Of Boca Raton
2020 - 2021
  • Reviewed pet health history, examined animals, conducted tests and prescribed treatments for diagnosed conditions.
  • Performed both soft tissue surgeries and dental extractions on small animals
  • Treated emergency cases that required immediate attention, stabilizing critical patients before referral to specialized facilities when necessary.
  • Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify underlying health issues, enabling accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
  • Educated pet owners on proper nutrition, exercise routines, and general health maintenance practices to ensure optimal pet wellbeing.

Chief of Staff

Banfield Pet Hospital
2018 - 2019
  • Ensures quality medicine and compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.
  • Maintained primary relationship accountability for clients, overall servicing responsibility and client satisfaction to maximize profitability of client relationships.
  • Mentored and developed onboarding veterinarians; fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration within the organization.
  • Attended and facilitated meetings to make informed business decisions, provide administrative support and evaluate progress toward goals and objectives.
  • Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.

Education

Acupuncture/Chinese Medicine

Chi University
Reddick, FL
2019

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Ross University of School of Veterinary Medicine
St. Kitts
2014

Bachelor of Science -

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
2010

Skills

  • Preventative Medicine
  • Anesthesia
  • Dentistry
  • Emergency Care
  • Fear Free Certified
  • Soft Tissue Surgery
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Ultrasound Proficiency
  • Pain Management
  • Electrocautery
  • Illness assessment and treatment
  • Disease and chronic condition treatment
  • Euthanasia & Hospice Care
  • Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine

Timeline

Associate Veterinarian

Banfield Pet Hospital
2014 - Current

Relief Veterinarian

Pet Medical Center Of Boca Raton
2020 - 2021

Chief of Staff

Banfield Pet Hospital
2018 - 2019

Acupuncture/Chinese Medicine

Chi University

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Ross University of School of Veterinary Medicine

Bachelor of Science -

University of Florida
Evin Mejia, DVM