LAURA HERNANDEZ
Chicago
Summary
Enthusiastic, highly motivated Veterinary Technician with over ten years of experience. Excellent caring skills for animals, tactful and sympathetic when dealing with upset or nervous pet owners, good at handling animals and delicate tasks, prepared to carry out messy or unpleasant tasks.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialist
10.2023 - Current
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions about pet health and wellness.
Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Emergency Group
03.2021 - Current
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
ICU Veterinary Technician
MedVet Chicago
06.2018 - Current
- Conducted preliminary patient workups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, equipment and kennels to prevent spread of disease, control odors and maintain healthy environment.
- Provided emergency first aid to animals as needed.
- Treated animals in both routine and emergency situations.
91F Small Arms and Artillery Repair
Army
10.2019 - Current
- Restored damaged weapons to full operational capability through expert troubleshooting and repair techniques.
- Reduced equipment downtime with thorough preventative maintenance checks and services on assigned weapon systems.
- Supervised the receipt, storage, issue, turn-in, and accountability of assigned tools, test measurement devices, ammunition, explosives, spare parts related supplies/equipment for maximum efficiency.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Veterinary Technician
Banfield Pet Hospital
11.2014 - 05.2019
- Assisting veterinarian during medical and surgical procedures.
- Administering medications, vaccines, and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Collecting and preparing specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Educating caregivers and guardians on animal care, nutrition, medical conditions and disease management.
Senior Pet Care Specialist (Supervisor)
PetSmart Pet Hotel
07.2014 - 05.2018
- Managing work flow to exceed quality service goals.
- Feeding, walking and caring for dogs while their owners are out of town.
- Cleaning and disinfecting kennels, equipment and work areas.
- Maintaining accurate and detailed logs and inventories of animals, food and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL12.2022
Skills
- Excellent with communication and time management
- Energetic and organized
- Proven leadership abilities
- Quick learner
- Knowledge of animals
- Resourceful
- Team player
- Self-motivated
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialist
10.2023 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Emergency Group
03.2021 - Current
91F Small Arms and Artillery Repair
Army
10.2019 - Current
ICU Veterinary Technician
MedVet Chicago
06.2018 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Banfield Pet Hospital
11.2014 - 05.2019
Senior Pet Care Specialist (Supervisor)
PetSmart Pet Hotel
07.2014 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Northeastern Illinois University
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