KATHIA DIAZ
Abc Pet Clinic
Tucson,AZ
1
Language
12
years of professional experience
Attentive Veterinary Assistant passionate about promoting animal health and extending lives of pets. I take pride in providing high-quality patient care while treating every animal with patience and compassion. I work well as part of a team, communicate effectively, and am always willing to learn and improve my skills. My goal is to provide excellent support to the veterinary team while helping each patient receive the best possible care. Dedicated and focused professional with 12 years of experience Comfortable restraining and holding animals for extended periods of time. Hardworking and reliable highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented
Work History
Veterinarian Assistant and Lead Technician
7 Years 7 Months- Blood work (IDEXX)
- Wound care
- Anesthesia
- X- rays
- Catheter
- Urinalysis
- Helped veterinarians examine animals and identify behavioral changes or clinical symptoms suggesting illness or injury
- Documented patient information with precision to maintain records accuracy
- Administered immunizations and other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians
- Explained disease and condition diagnoses, prognoses and treatment options to pet and animal owners to provide information for decision-making concerning care
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization
- Nail trim
- Anal glands
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff
- Stocked treatment rooms with appropriate supplies, scheduled appointments
- Prepared and labeled medications and instructed client on administration
- Performed physical examinations and recorded weight, temperature and other vitals
- Administered and monitored anesthesia for surgeries and operations
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow
Customer Service Representative
2 Months- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
Veterinary Assistant
4 Years 8 Months- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries
- Administered immunizations other medications to animals as prescribed by veterinarians
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress
- Scrubbed, counted and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff
- Communicated with veterinarians and staff members to maintain patient flow
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts
- Blood work
- Anal glands
- Nail trim
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites blood analysis and culture
- Delivered attentive, courteous service to promote overall patron satisfaction
- Operated radiographic equipment
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals
- Documented and tracked treatment activities
- Addressed healthcare needs of animals by coordinating with veterinarians and following orders
- Advised animal owners regarding sanitary measures, feeding, general care, medical conditions and treatment options
- Explained disease and condition diagnoses, prognoses and treatment options to pet and animal owners to provide information for decision-making concerning care
- Prioritized and accomplished multiple tasks simultaneously to complete projects under pressure
- Answered pet owner phone calls and responded to questions while taking messages for staff veterinarians
Education
Veterinary Assistant
High School Diploma
Skills
Customer Service
Proper Animal Restraint
Basic Animal Care
Cleaning and Sanitizing
Patient Check-Ins
Prescription Filling
Patient Care Monitoring
Medication Administration
Wound Care
Post-Surgical Monitoring
Supply Ordering and Restocking
Fecal
Urine and Blood Testing
Animal Euthanasia Assistance
Routine Examinations
Microsoft Office
Immunization Administration
Microchip Administration
Dental Care
Medical Triage
Specimen Collection
Venipuncture and Phlebotomy
Appointment Scheduling
Verbal and Written Communication
Veterinarian Assistance
Time Management
Client Relations
Schirmer Tear Test
Teamwork and Collaboration
Effective Multitasking
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
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High School Diploma
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