Leomaris Rivera Melendez
Lake Alfred
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Veterinary Technician with ten years of dedicated service in the animal healthcare field. Adept at managing diverse caseloads in fast-paced environments while upholding the highest standards of animal welfare and client satisfaction. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, fostering positive relationships with both colleagues and pet owners.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency veterinary technician
Bradenton Veterinary Emergency
Bradenton, FL
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted in triaging and stabilizing critically ill patients in emergency situations.
- Educated pet owners on post-treatment care and preventive health measures.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency during peak hours.
- Monitored vital signs during anesthesia induction, surgery, and post-operative recovery periods for safe procedures.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing diagnostic tests for accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and administered medications as directed by veterinary staff.
Dog Handler
The Woof on Cortez
Bradenton, FL
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Handled daily care and feeding of dogs, ensuring health and wellbeing.
- Monitored dog behavior during playtime, promoting safe social interactions.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication and support.
- Contributed to team efforts in creating a welcoming environment for pets and owners.
- Maintained cleanliness within boarding facilities by regularly sanitizing kennels and play areas to ensure the health of all animals under my care.
Veterinary Technician
Forest Lakes Animal Clinic
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Administered vaccinations and medications to ensure animal health and compliance with veterinary protocols.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, providing necessary support to veterinarians during operations.
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring thorough documentation of patient histories and treatments.
- Trained new staff on clinic protocols, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
- Developed client education materials, fostering improved pet care practices among clients.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
Veterinary receptionist
Forest Lakes Animal Clinic
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed appointment scheduling and client communications to optimize clinic efficiency.
- Processed patient check-ins and check-outs, ensuring accurate record-keeping and billing.
- Trained new reception staff on clinic protocols and customer service best practices.
- Assisted veterinarians with patient intake procedures and documentation accuracy.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Facilitated smooth daily operations by answering incoming calls, directing inquiries, and taking messages for veterinarians as needed.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Biology
University of South Florida
01-2022
Associates in Arts -
State College of Florida
01-2019
Skills
- Client service
- Animal welfare
- Time management
- Interpersonal communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Animal CPR (BLS and ALS)-RECOVER initiative April 2025
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Emergency veterinary technician
Bradenton Veterinary Emergency
09.2024 - Current
Dog Handler
The Woof on Cortez
01.2024 - 09.2024
Veterinary Technician
Forest Lakes Animal Clinic
01.2018 - 01.2023
Veterinary receptionist
Forest Lakes Animal Clinic
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelors of Science - Biology
University of South Florida
Associates in Arts -
State College of Florida