Lea Jenmychal Cello
San Diego,United States
Summary
Client-focused Veterinary Technician with proven history of excellence in anesthesia, pathology and surgery. Self-motivated and caring individual accomplished in delivering excellent care to felines, canines and other domesticated animals. Commended for outstanding work ethic and sound knowledge of veterinary medical procedures and techniques.
Certified Fear-Free & Feline Veterinary Professional.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Licensed Veterinary Technician
BetterVet
San Diego, CA
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Mobile Veterinary Care (Hospice, Triage, Preventative & End-of-Life Care)
- Delivered excellent service to pet owners to drive repeat business.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Performed physical examinations, collected samples for laboratory tests, and monitored vital signs of animals.
- Provided nursing care to ill or injured animals under the supervision of a veterinarian.
- Educated clients on animal health care, including proper nutrition, preventive care, parasite control and general husbandry practices.
- Maintained records of treatments given to patients in accordance with hospital policies and protocols.
- Prepared medication dosages according to prescription orders and administered them to patients orally or topically as instructed by a veterinarian.
- Assisted in euthanasia when necessary; communicated with clients about end-of-life decisions.
- Contact: Lindsay Francis, DVM (469) 644 - 2179
Registered Veterinary Technician
The Vets of San Diego
San Diego, United States
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Mobile Veterinary Care
- Telehealth medicine, triage incoming patients to determine treatment
- Client education/counseling on animal health, preventative care, medications and procedures
- Prescription refills and drop-offs, maintain inventory
- Restock and maintain cleanliness within van
- Drive van through difficult terrain safely
- Ability to use multiple software's at once while accomplishing multiple tasks within limited time frames
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, fecal analysis, heartworm testing, and feline leukemia and FIV testing.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing medical procedures and treatments, such as administering medication, drawing blood, and taking vital signs.
- Administered vaccinations according to established protocols.
- Counseled clients on animal health care needs, nutrition requirements, preventative care programs and safety precautions.
- Maintained accurate patient records using computer software systems.
- Contact: Evelyn Ngo, DVM (858) 610 - 4376
Veterinary Assistant - Registered Veterinary Technician
Banfield Pet Hospital
Chula Vista, United States
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Small Animal Practice
- Provided care for animals prior to surgeries, administer anesthetics, intravenous drips and injections
- Collected patient cytology's and blood samples for laboratory analysis
- Provided direct care to patients and assisted with procedures such as; radiology, dentistry, critical care and anesthesia
- Administer medications to patients and document appropriately
- Built positive relationships with customers to increase repeat clientele
- Able to perform solo vet tech appointments without direct guidance
- Contact: Elisa Machuca, RVT (619) 395 - 7670
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Humane Vet Hospital of San Diego
San Diego, United States
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Low Cost Small Animal Practice
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs for patients
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors
- Contact: Meagan Ashley, CVT (702) 201 - 2018
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Medicine, Biology 1 & 2 (Including Laboratory), Marine Biology (Specialty) -
Unity College
11.2023
Associate of Veterinary Science -
PIMA Medical Institute
06.2019
Skills
- Active Listening
- Client Counseling
- Strategic Goals Focus and Follow-Through
- Prescriptions Management
- Vital Sign Assesment/Triage
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Goal Orientated
- Dedicated Team-member
- Transcriptionist
- Proficient Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
- Tech-Savvy
- 95-100 WPM
- Gowning and Gloving Procedures
- Animal Restraint
- Injectable Agent Induction
- Pre-Anesthetic Preparation
- Recumbency Restraint
- Nail Trimming
- Physical Examination
- Gram-Stained Slide Preparation
- Surgical Assistance
- Medical History
- Controlled Substance Management
- Monitoring Recovery
- Administering Subcutaneous Medication
- Subcutaneous Injection
- Suture Removal
- Feline Towel Restraint
- Intramuscular Injection
- Surgical Preparation
- Client Education
- Maintain Controlled Drug Inventory
- Administering First Aid
- Patient Positioning
- General Anesthesia Recovery
- Vaccinations
- Cytocentesis
- Heartworm diagnostic testing
- Medication Administration
- Euthanasia
- Canine and feline intubation
Certification
Registered Veterinary Technician, 12/2020, Present, 14720
Languages
- English, Full Professional Proficiency
- Tagalog, Limited Working Proficiency
- Spanish, Professional Working Proficiency
- Japanese, Elementary Proficiency
Accomplishments
- Certified Fear-Free Professional
- Certified Feline Veterinary Professional
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
- Plant Lover
- Educational Tutor for All Ages
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Licensed Veterinary Technician
BetterVet
04.2023 - 11.2023
Registered Veterinary Technician
The Vets of San Diego
06.2022 - 04.2023
Veterinary Assistant - Registered Veterinary Technician
Banfield Pet Hospital
07.2019 - 06.2022
Lead Veterinary Assistant
Humane Vet Hospital of San Diego
06.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Medicine, Biology 1 & 2 (Including Laboratory), Marine Biology (Specialty) -
Unity College
Associate of Veterinary Science -
PIMA Medical Institute
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