Leandro Piorno Toirac
Manhattan,KS
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Miami-Dade Animal Services
Veterinary Assistant
Miami, FL
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Supported safe animal handling and facility sanitation/biosecurity practices.
- Assisted with intake/adoption support as needed while maintaining animal welfare standards.
- Documented medical notes and patient observations to ensure accurate communication and continuity of care among veterinary staff.
- Collected and processed diagnostic samples (e.g., blood, fecal, urine) following proper handling and biosecurity protocols.
- Administered prescribed medications as directed and monitored patients for adverse reactions or changes in condition.
- Assisted veterinarians with diagnostic imaging (X-rays/radiographs), surgical procedures, and clinical treatments.
Pet Zone Animal Clinic
Veterinary Assistant
Miami, FL
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Cleaned/sterilized exam and treatment areas, sanitized instruments.
- Collected patient history/demographics and communicated presenting concerns to the team.
- Mounted fecal samples and supported in-house diagnostics.
- Drew blood samples and assisted with running laboratory tests.
- Assisted with dental cleanings and routine procedures under supervision.
- Prepared patients for surgery and assisted veterinarians during surgical procedures.
- Mentor: Carlos Pascau, DVM
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Florida International University
Miami, FL08-2022
Associate of Arts -
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05-2020
Research Experience
Florida International University, Miami FL
August 2020 - August 2022
FLAGG Research | Field Helper
• Set up and maintained mosquito oviposition traps in the field to collect eggs for research on Aedes aegypti behavior and population monitoring.
• Processed field-collected samples in the laboratory by counting, sorting, and morphologically identifying Aedes aegyptieggs to ensure species-specific accuracy.
• Assisted research teams by preparing verified mosquito samples used in genetic studies aimed at modifying mosquito behavior and reducing human biting.
• Mentor: Matthew J. DeGennaro
Externship
Pet Zone Animal Clinic, Miami FL
Summer 2024
• Assisted clinical team with patient handling/restraint and appointment flow
• Supported diagnostic procedures (e.g., radiography support, sample handling) under supervision
• Assisted with surgical preparation and patient care under veterinarian direction
• Mentor: Carlos Pascau
Certification
Initial Accreditation Training for the USDA National Veterinary Accreditation Program - Iowa State University, 2025
Timeline
Miami-Dade Animal Services
Veterinary Assistant
06.2022 - 07.2023
Pet Zone Animal Clinic
Veterinary Assistant
11.2020 - 05.2022
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Florida International University
Associate of Arts -
Miami Dade College