JoAnna Fajardo
Veterinary Assistant
Glendale,Arizona
Summary
Dedicated veterinary assistant that efficiently handles various pet species, breeds and temperaments. Offers experience conducting pet examinations, maintaining animal care records and preparing animals for surgery. Well-organized, self-motivated and knowledgeable; committed to continued learning to help coworkers, doctors and pet owners.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Receptionist/assistant
The Complete Pet Animal Hospital
Litchfield Park, Arizona
09.2022 - Current
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Balanced employee availability, customer schedules, and maximum load levels when scheduling appointments.
Veterinary Assistant
Vetco Total Care
Glendale, AZ
06.2020 - 09.2022
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
Veterinary Assistant
Amazon Animal Hospital
Chula Vista, CA
07.2019 - 06.2020
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis
- Administer treatment for exotic pets including snakes, ferrets and birds
- Aided in recovery of patients after surgery; including rabbits, snakes and guinea pigs.
Veterinary Technician Intern
Pet Emergency And Specialty Center
Chula Vista, CA
02.2020 - 03.2020
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Certified Dog Trainer
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
Chula Vista, CA
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for training
- Employed positive reinforcement with animals using "clicker- training" method, voice rewards and food rewards.
- Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for training.
- Watched dogs for triggers, signs of aggression and pack behaviors to formulate possible solutions.
Master at Arms
US Navy
San Diego, CA
01.2014 - 10.2016
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses and public roads for signs of disturbance
- Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
Associate
Ross Dress For Less
McMinnville, OR
06.2011 - 12.2013
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts and printed receipts to ring up customers
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs
- Issued receipts and processed refunds, credits or exchanges
- Worked with loss prevention in monitoring shopper behavior.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Pima Medical Institute
Certificate: Veterinarian Assisting - undefined
Pima Medical Institute
Certificate: Veterinary Assistant - undefined
Mira Costa College
Bachelors Science - Criminal Justice
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR 09.2011 - 5 2013
Skills
Bilingual- can go over treatment plans in Spanish
Timeline
Veterinary Receptionist/assistant
The Complete Pet Animal Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Vetco Total Care
06.2020 - 09.2022
Veterinary Technician Intern
Pet Emergency And Specialty Center
02.2020 - 03.2020
Veterinary Assistant
Amazon Animal Hospital
07.2019 - 06.2020
Certified Dog Trainer
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
07.2017 - 07.2019
Master at Arms
US Navy
01.2014 - 10.2016
Bachelors Science - Criminal Justice
Western Oregon University
09.2011 - 5 2013
Associate
Ross Dress For Less
06.2011 - 12.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Pima Medical Institute
Certificate: Veterinarian Assisting - undefined
Pima Medical Institute
Certificate: Veterinary Assistant - undefined
Mira Costa College
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