Julia Nicole Gutierrez
Pharr,TX
Summary
Caring veterinary technician with several years of extensive experience assisting veterinarians with procedures and tasks. Polished in administering injections and treatments, taking x-rays and recording and updating records. Compassionate and responsible professional with sound knowledge of veterinary medical procedures and animal care techniques.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Ranch Manager
Ruff House Rescue Ranch TX
07.2020 - 11.2020
- Inspected ranch property and identified areas of improvement.
- Identified, hired, and trained personnel to carry out daily operations on the ranch.
- Developed and implemented operational plans for efficient management of the ranch.
- Maintained accurate records related to ranch activities including payroll, inventory, expenses.
Medical Technician
Palm Valley Animal Society
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure.
- Maintained lab equipment by calibrating, cleaning and performing routine maintenance checks.
- Administered medications under physician direction following standard operating procedures.
- Ordered supplies necessary for laboratory operations from approved vendors or suppliers.
- Performed quality control checks on equipment used in the laboratory setting.
- Implemented safety measures within the clinical environment per OSHA standards.
- Ensured that all laboratory documentation was accurate and up-to-date at all times.
- Provided technical assistance when needed during diagnostic tests or treatments.
- Developed new methods for collecting data or improving existing processes within the lab facility.
Veterinary Technician
Arroyo Veterinary Hospital
06.2021
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Collected samples of bodily fluids to analyze for parasites or other diseases.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working with hazardous materials such as drugs and chemicals.
- Observed behavioral characteristics of animals in order to provide insight into possible illnesses or changes in behavior.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
Senior Veterinary technician and Receptionist
Dr.Ram Spay/Neuter and wellness clinic
09.2020
- Assisted veterinarians in performing medical treatments, such as vaccinations and minor surgical procedures.
- Provided care for hospitalized animals, including wound cleaning and bandaging, administering medications, monitoring vital signs and providing supportive therapy.
- Performed laboratory tests such as fecal examinations, urinalysis, blood counts and skin scrapings.
- Monitored anesthesia during surgical procedures and monitored patients post-operatively.
- Instructed clients on proper animal health care techniques and provided advice regarding nutrition, housing, behavior and preventive medicine strategies.
- Assessed the condition of animals upon arrival at the clinic or hospital and recognized symptoms of illness or injury.
- Took radiographs of animals under the direction of a veterinarian.
- Ordered supplies necessary for the operation of the clinic and hospital as directed by management.
- Educated pet owners on general pet care topics such as flea control, dental hygiene and nutrition requirements.
- Tracked inventory levels for medical supplies used in diagnostics and treatment protocols.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws related to animal health care services.
- Organized medical records into an accessible database system for easy retrieval.
Education
Distance Education Veterinary Technology Program -
Dallas College
05.2021
Sharyland Advanced Academy
Mission, TX05.2018
Associate’s in Interdisciplinary Arts -
South Texas College
McAllen, TX05.2018
Animal Science Vet-Tech Major
Texas A&M University- Kingsville
Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Major
University of Texas- Rio Grande Valley
Veterinary Technician - Associate’s degree -
Pennfoster
Skills
- Small and large animal medicine and basic care
- Catheter placement
- Tracheal tube placement
- Blood draw
- Fecal, ear, and skin cytology
- Bandage placement
- Surgery Prep
- Radiographs
- Reception work
- Medical record-keeping
- Nail Trimming
- Surgical Assistance
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Animal restraint
- IV Medication Administration
- Maintain controlled drug inventory
- General anesthesia recovery
Highlights
Proficient in usage of Microsoft Office, Experience with Petpoint, Shelter Luv, Clinic Hq, Avimark, IdexxNeo, Fluent in English, Fluent in Spanish, Motivating and leading attitude, Creative problem solver, Proactive and Resourceful, Friendly, Great with teams, Organized and responsible, Customer service
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Arroyo Veterinary Hospital
06.2021
Senior Veterinary technician and Receptionist
Dr.Ram Spay/Neuter and wellness clinic
09.2020
Ranch Manager
Ruff House Rescue Ranch TX
07.2020 - 11.2020
Medical Technician
Palm Valley Animal Society
07.2019 - 07.2020
Distance Education Veterinary Technology Program -
Dallas College
Sharyland Advanced Academy
Associate’s in Interdisciplinary Arts -
South Texas College
Animal Science Vet-Tech Major
Texas A&M University- Kingsville
Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Major
University of Texas- Rio Grande Valley
Veterinary Technician - Associate’s degree -
Pennfoster
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