Jocelynn Becerra
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly motivated professional with a positive attitude and excellent communication skills. Ability to provide quality care for laboratory animals in accordance with animal welfare regulations and protocols. Possess a working knowledge of veterinary medicine, animal biology, laboratory animal handling and proper nutrition for a variety of species. Detail-oriented professional with excellent communication, interpersonal, and creative thinking skills as well as leadership position skills. I am aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy. Frequently praised as hard-working by my peers, I can be relied upon to help achieve any company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Animal Technician (Lead 1)
Baylor College Of Medicine
11.2023 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections of animal housing areas to ensure compliance with institutional policies and federal regulations related to laboratory animal care standards.
- Maintained professional knowledge base by attending relevant training sessions, or continuing education opportunities related to Laboratory Animal Technician responsibilities.
- Assisted with the development and implementation of standard operating procedures, ensuring consistent and effective practices across the laboratory.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining and organizing research equipment, supplies, and animal housing.
- Trained as a transfer agent in which I imported and exported animal transfers for my facility.
- Oversee Animal care attendants making sure all guidelines and procedures are followed.
Veterinary Technician
Roo Vet
09.2021 - Current
- Travel / Relief Vet tech
Animal Care Attendant
Baylor College Of Medicine
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Daily health checks on animals assigned
- Husbandry (cleaning, feeding and up keeping with the laboratory facility)
- Managed food supply levels to ensure adequate nutrition for all animals under our care
- Identified common diseases among pets through observation and physical examination
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding the safekeeping of animals
- Tracked animal behavior to detect any signs of illness or distress and reported any abnormalities to supervisor.
Veterinary Technician
Mobile Veterinarian (Family Owned)
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities while being on the go.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Worked with Equine and other farm animals.
- Worked with big cats (Tigers, Jaguars and Leopards) under anesthesia providing veterinary care and help foster cubs.
- Worked with NHP providing veterinary care and foster their infants.
Veterinary Technician
Banfield Animal Hospital
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted veterinarian with diagnostic, medical, and surgical procedures
- Monitored and maintained medical supply inventory
- Scheduled veterinary appointments and surgeries to maintain efficient workflow
- Performed dental procedures on animals.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
Veterinary Assistant
Pasadena animal shelter
06.2017 - 10.2019
- Assisted with surgical procedures by preparing equipment and passing instruments
- Cared for animals in recovery and identified changes or symptoms of concerns
- Cleaned, maintained and sterilized animal care instruments, equipment and kennels
- Educated clients on proper care of pet and administering medication at home
- Conducted inventory of supplies on a regular basis and ordered new items as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Computer Science (Cybersecurity) -
Western Governors University, Online
Associates of Applied Science in Veterinary Med -
Vet Tech Institute of Houston
06.2021
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Chavez High School
05.2019
Skills
- Test Sample Collection
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Animal Evaluation
- Microscopic Examination
- Housekeeping Requirements
- Pet Handling
- Basic Animal Care
- Disease Prevention
- Animal Nutrition Management
- Animal Laboratory Support
- Medical Charting
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Customer Experience
Certification
- ALAT certification
- Veterinary assistant
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Laboratory Animal Technician (Lead 1)
Baylor College Of Medicine
11.2023 - Current
Animal Care Attendant
Baylor College Of Medicine
11.2021 - 11.2023
Veterinary Technician
Mobile Veterinarian (Family Owned)
09.2021 - 11.2021
Veterinary Technician
Roo Vet
09.2021 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Banfield Animal Hospital
05.2021 - 10.2021
Veterinary Assistant
Pasadena animal shelter
06.2017 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Computer Science (Cybersecurity) -
Western Governors University, Online
Associates of Applied Science in Veterinary Med -
Vet Tech Institute of Houston
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Chavez High School