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Ivana Vergara

Ontario,CA

Summary

Driven veterinary assistant with 3 years’ experience in providing optimal support to veterinarians and technicians. Passionate about high-level veterinary care, and exceptional service providing high-quality support to veterinary teams, mastering hospital procedures, and delivering excellent service. Highly Knowledgeable in basic animal care, effective in communication, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Eager to further develop veterinary expertise and contribute to animal well-being.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Assistant

Arroview Animal Hospital
San Bernardino, California
01.2025 - Current
  • Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
  • Educated clients on proper animal health care routines.
  • Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
  • Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
  • Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
  • Provided emotional support to pet owners during difficult times.
  • Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
  • Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
  • Attended regular continuing education courses related to veterinary medicine.
  • Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
  • Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow.
  • Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
  • Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
  • Assisted with medical treatments, such as administering medication and vaccinations to animals.
  • Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
  • Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
  • Monitored post-surgical pet care and administered medication under vet direction.

Lead Kennel Technician

Happy Dog Resort
Redlands, California
07.2024 - 05.2025
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving injured or sick animals.
  • Performed basic maintenance duties within the kennel area such as cleaning cages and kennels, sweeping floors and emptying litter boxes.
  • Provided customer service to clients by answering questions about pet care services offered at the facility.
  • Assisted with medical treatments, such as administering medication and vaccinations to animals.
  • Monitored food supplies and ensured adequate levels were maintained at all times.
  • Managed inventory of pet supplies such as food, bedding materials, toys and other items.
  • Ensured the safety of all animals in the kennel by monitoring their behavior and responding appropriately to any signs of distress or aggression.
  • Supervised staff members in the kennel area to ensure proper animal care was being provided.
  • Supported animal health by keeping areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
  • Stayed on top of laundry, sweeping and disinfection protocols.
  • Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
  • Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
  • Administered medications to animals.

Veterinary Assistant

The Pets Place Animal Hospital
Riverside , CA
02.2024 - 10.2024
  • Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
  • Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
  • Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
  • Advised clients on animal care, nutrition and behavior problems.
  • Collected fluids from animals for laboratory testing.
  • Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
  • Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
  • Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
  • Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
  • Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.

Kennel Attendant

Pet Service Solutions
Upland, CA
11.2022 - 02.2024

• In charge of taking care of the dogs or cats that arrive for boarding. Feed them, Play with them, if they need vaccines I prepare them and apply them.

• Grooming staff as well (Baths, TNT, AG) and if they require transportation I also do it, take them to their house or we also go for them to pick them up at their house and bring them to the Hotel.

  • Cleaned and sanitized kennels, cages, runs, and play yards.

Kennel Attendant

Chino Hills Animal Hospital
Chino , CA
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Ensured proper feeding of all animals in the facility according to established guidelines.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Assisted customers with selecting appropriate pet food and other supplies.
  • Administered medications to animals.
  • Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
  • Emptied litter boxes, refilled with fresh litter and cleaned animal bedding.
  • Bathed and groomed pets using gentle techniques.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
  • Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
  • Cleaned and sanitized kennels, cages, runs, and play yards.

Kennel Attendant

Heavenly Pet Resort
Upland, CA
10.2021 - 01.2022
  • Cleaned and sanitized kennels, cages, runs, and play yards.
  • Ensured proper feeding of all animals in the facility according to established guidelines.
  • Provided daily exercise for pets in accordance with their owners' instructions.
  • Provided tender loving care to all animals in the facility.

Education

High School Diploma -

Icaps
09.2018

Skills

Organization skills

Customer service

Team player

Communication

Dependable

Animal Restraint

Veterinary Assistant experience

Radiology

Laboratory Diagnostic procedures

Vital signs

Medical records

Anal Gland Expression

Toe nail trim (cats,dogs,etc)

Enteral and Parenteral medication administration

Pharmacy

Patient care

Surgical and Anesthetic monitoring

Patient Recovery

Euthanasia Protocol and Procedures

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient recovery

TPR

Avi Mark and ezyVet

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant

Arroview Animal Hospital
01.2025 - Current

Lead Kennel Technician

Happy Dog Resort
07.2024 - 05.2025

Veterinary Assistant

The Pets Place Animal Hospital
02.2024 - 10.2024

Kennel Attendant

Pet Service Solutions
11.2022 - 02.2024

Kennel Attendant

Chino Hills Animal Hospital
01.2022 - 11.2022

Kennel Attendant

Heavenly Pet Resort
10.2021 - 01.2022

High School Diploma -

Icaps
Ivana Vergara