KRIS LOPEZ
Las Vegas
Summary
Highly skilled animal care professional prepared for role in veterinary services. Proven ability to handle clinical tasks, assist in surgeries, and provide compassionate care. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Adept in client communication, patient restraint, and medical record-keeping, with reliable and results-driven approach.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Instacart
Las Vegas, NV
- Current
- Shop and deliver groceries to customers
- Efficiency, accuracy, and high satisfaction ratings
- Strong customer service, time management, and technology skills
Veterinary Assistant Extern
Durango Animal Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Setting up equipment and supplies, including surgical suite
- Obtained vital signs (Temp, HR/RR, CRT/MM)
- Canine and feline handling and restraint
- Administration of subcutaneous injections
Receptionist/Assistant
Town Center Animal Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Scheduled appointments, submitted Insurance claims, maintained medical records
- Admitted and discharged patients, filled prescriptions, performed grief counseling, set up new clients and patients
- Assisted Doctors in exam rooms or in treatment as needed
Receptionist/Assistant
Companion Animal Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted Technicians and Doctors in veterinary procedures
- Set up new clients and patients
- Scheduled appointments, prepared and maintained medical records, admitted and discharged patients, filled prescriptions, performed financial transactions and over the counter sales, submitted insurance claims
Receptionist
Village Veterinary Clinic
Lompoc, CA
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Answered high-volume calls, scheduled appointments, set up new patients and clients
- Managed front office operations
- Provided compassionate support during emotional situations
- Processed payments, managed invoices, explained treatment costs, handled billing and inquires
Vet Tech/Assistant
Flemington Vet Hospital
Hinesville, GA
04.2014 - 06.2016
- Performed radiographs, administered vaccines and microchips, performed venipunctures and IV catheters
- Monitored patient vitals, initiated and assisted patient treatments
- Counseled and educated discharged clients for patient recovery and wellness
- Performed dental prophies
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Pima Medical Institute
Las Vegas, NV09-2026
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong customer service
Certification
- Veterinary Technician In Training, Las Vegas, NV January 2026 - September 2028
- License # VTIT2287
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant Extern
Durango Animal Hospital
07.2025 - 08.2025
Receptionist/Assistant
Town Center Animal Hospital
08.2018 - 12.2021
Receptionist/Assistant
Companion Animal Hospital
07.2017 - 08.2018
Receptionist
Village Veterinary Clinic
06.2016 - 07.2017
Vet Tech/Assistant
Flemington Vet Hospital
04.2014 - 06.2016
Sales Associate
Instacart
- Current
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Pima Medical Institute