Alexander Franco
Alhambra,CA
Summary
Multitasking Veterinarian Assistant willing to continuously learn and offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Reliable with 7 years of small-animal experience and brings a positive attitude to the workplace, and skilled in restraint with nervous and fractious patients. Works well in a team environment, as well as an individual. Has taken on multiple added responsibilities to achieve hospital standards and goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Clinic Volunteer
Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA
11.2013 - 05.2015
- Restocked medical supplies and consumables to prepare procedure rooms.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
Morning Program Tutor
Cathedral High School
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information.
- Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress.
- Collaborated with parents to develop appropriate tutoring lessons.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
Veterinary Assistant
West Main Animal Hospital
08.2016 - Current
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Prepared animals for surgical procedures.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cathedral High School
Los Angeles, CA05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA12.2020
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Cleaning/Sterilizing Surgical Instruments
- AIMLA Laser Therapy Certification
- Vaccination Administration
- Pet Feeding and Care
- Animal Restraining
- Patient Bathing
- Surgical Procedure Support
- Reading Comprehension
- Restraint Techniques
- Microsoft Office
- Clean Kennels
- Monitor Recovery
- Radiograph Positioning and Restraint
- Ability to Communicate Properly with Peers and Clientele
- Maintain a Positive Attitude Under Stress
Certification
AIMLA Certificate of Completion for the Introduction to Laser Therapy for the Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Assistant and Veterinary Nurse - July 11, 2019
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
West Main Animal Hospital
08.2016 - Current
Morning Program Tutor
Cathedral High School
08.2014 - 05.2015
Health Clinic Volunteer
Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA
11.2013 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Cathedral High School
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
AIMLA Certificate of Completion for the Introduction to Laser Therapy for the Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Assistant and Veterinary Nurse - July 11, 2019
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