Compassionate lead veterinary technician with a proven ability to work at high productivity levels and complete tasks efficiently. Possess specialized skills in combat trauma care, anesthesia, medication administration, surgical assistance, and emergency care. Excel in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving, ensuring optimal care for animals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Veterinary Technician
San Antonio Pets Alive
San Antonio
07.2022 - Current
Provide medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of shelter animals, ensuring high-quality and efficient medical services.
Provide medical treatments, including emergency care, wound management, vaccinations, and preventive health.
Monitor surgical and medical outcomes to ensure high standards of care, and low rates of postoperative complications.
Ensure that medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and controlled substances are properly managed, stored, and inventoried in compliance with DEA and TBVME regulations.
Oversee and input medical record accuracy in the shelter’s animal management system (i.e., Shelterluv, etc.).
Monitor and manage inventory, ordering, and proper use of medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and surgical equipment.
Provide coverage as Shift Manager when management is out by providing leadership and supervising the medical team, including veterinary technicians, and animal care attendants.
Help find the perfect pet for a foster or adopter, and process adoptions.
Manage emergency line during designated hours and two after-hours shifts weekly to facilitate urgent veterinary care for animals
Animal Care Specialist
United States Army Reserve
San Antonio
08.2016 - Current
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
Cleaned and maintained kennels, holding areas and surgical rooms.
Conducted monthly inspections of cages, kennels, runs, and other areas where animals are housed.
I observed the behavior of Military Working Dogs (MWD) to detect signs of illness or injury.
Used high-tech equipment to assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures.
Conducted initial exams on pets, took vital signs and collected samples for lab.
Conduct educational classes related to combat trauma care to MWD's and other veterinary medicine topics in order to stay up-to-date on current trends and best practices.
Veterinary Technician
Afforable Pet Care Basse
San Antonio
09.2021 - 07.2022
Educated clients on proper animal nutrition and preventive health care techniques.
Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
Provided emotional support to owners whose pets were ill or had passed away due to a terminal illness.
Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
Reviewed pet records from daily visits and appointments, entering important data into system.
Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Palo Alto College
San Antonio, TX
08-2026
Skills
Inventory management
Medical record keeping
Regulatory compliance
Customer service
Effective communication
Staff training
Closed-chest CPR
Teamwork and collaboration
Emergency and preventive care
Self motivation
References
Kayhla Bocanegra LVT 956-607-6182
Vanessa Gutierrez Clinic Manager 210-379-2124
Thomas Carey LTC (Army) 317-220-2512
Timeline
Lead Veterinary Technician
San Antonio Pets Alive
07.2022 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Afforable Pet Care Basse
09.2021 - 07.2022
Animal Care Specialist
United States Army Reserve
08.2016 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management