Isabel Gaetano
Miami,FL
Summary
Passionate bilingual Veterinary Technician/Assistant with ample experience in a fast pace veterinary clinic. Current undergraduate student working towards a bachelor’s in biology and seeking an opportunity to further expand my knowledge and experience in Veterinary medicine. Caring Veterinary Technician with 4 years of extensive experience assisting veterinarians with procedures and tasks.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Banfield Animal Hospital
Miami, FL
05.2023 - Current
- Performed laboratory tests such as fecal exams, urinalyses, and heartworm tests.
- Monitored vital signs of animals under anesthesia.
- Assisted veterinarians with routine examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
- Sterilized surgical tools before and after use.
- Provided nursing care to critically ill animals including administering IV fluids, monitoring blood glucose levels.
- Educated clients on animal health maintenance topics such as nutrition, parasite control, vaccinations.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures when necessary.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Assisted with diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems by performing lab tests on specimens.
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Administered immunizations and treatments following veterinarian instructions.
Veterinary Technician
Pet Hub Veterinary Clinic
Miami, FL
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Communicated with pet owners to determine and document medical histories and reason for visit
- Gave laboratory results over the phone and any follow up instructions
- Took inventory of prescription food and injectable medications
- Took on reception duties such as confirming appointments, answering calls, charging customers, etc
- Estimated and explained care costs, drafted invoices for services, and communicated with clients to process payments or develop payment plans
- Helped treat animal health issues with physical assessments and operating laboratory tests
- Administered medical injections, vaccines, serums, microchips, and other treatments to animals
- Performed blood work analysis and radiographs
- Trimmed nails, expressed anal glands, and cleaned ears daily
- Prepped animals for procedures including intubating, applying IV catheters, restraining animals, shaving body areas, scrubbing and prepping area for surgery, connecting all monitors, etc
- Prepared medications prescribed by veterinarian and calculating its correct dosage.
Veterinary Technician
Red Bird Animal Hospital
Miami, FL
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Communicated with pet owners to determine and document medical histories and reason for visit
- Estimated and explained care costs, drafted invoices for services, and communicated with clients to process payments or develop payment plans
- Helped treat animal health issues with physical assessments and operating laboratory tests
- Administered medical injections, vaccines, serums, microchips, and other treatments to animals
- Performed blood work analysis and radiographs
- Trimmed nails, expressed anal glands, and cleaned ears daily
- Prepped animals for procedures including intubating, applying IV catheters, restraining animals and shaving body areas
- Prepared medications prescribed by veterinarian
- Maintained detailed patient records, including diagnostic tests, treatments, and examination notes
- Monitored and cared for post-surgical patients
- Communicated efficiently with clients by phone and text to provide status updates on animal care and pickups.
Veterinary Technician
Westwood Veterinary Clinic
Miami, FL
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Communicated with pet owners to determine and document medical histories and reason for visit
- Estimated and explained care costs, drafted invoices for services, and communicated with clients to process payments or develop payment plans
- Helped treat animal health issues with physical assessments and operating laboratory tests
- Administered medical injections, vaccines, serums, microchips, and other treatments to animals
- Performed blood work analysis and radiographs
- Trimmed nails, expressed anal glands, and cleaned ears daily
- Prepped animals for procedures including restraining animals and shaving body areas
- Prepared medications prescribed by veterinarian
- Maintained detailed patient records, including diagnostic tests, treatments, and examination notes
- Monitored and cared for post-surgical patients
- Communicated efficiently with clients by phone and text to provide status updates on animal care and pickups.
Sales Associate
Kohls
Miami, FL
11.2018 - 02.2020
- Collected payments in form of cash, check, or credit
- Verified credit acceptance by reviewing and recording legal documentation and operated credit card authorization systems
- Balanced cash drawers
- Processed return transactions and exchanges
- Provided a positive customer experience with fair, friendly, and courteous service
- Lifted, pushed, and pulled up to 60 pounds regularly
- Resolved customer concerns using strong communication and conflict management skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southwest Miami Senior High School
06.2019
Associates in arts degree -
Miami Dade College
01.2022
Bachelor's degree in biological science -
Florida International University
Skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Vaccination administration
- Oral, topical, and injectable medication
- Cephalic, saphenous, and jugular vein blood collection
- Animal restraint
- Specimen collection
- Wound care
- Kennel maintenance
- Inventory management
- IV catheter placement and intubation
- Medical records management
- Excellent communication skill
- Drug dosage calculations
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Surgical Assistance
- Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
- Vital Signs
Timeline
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Banfield Animal Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Pet Hub Veterinary Clinic
11.2022 - 05.2023
Veterinary Technician
Red Bird Animal Hospital
02.2022 - 11.2022
Veterinary Technician
Westwood Veterinary Clinic
02.2020 - 02.2022
Sales Associate
Kohls
11.2018 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Southwest Miami Senior High School
Associates in arts degree -
Miami Dade College
Bachelor's degree in biological science -
Florida International University
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