Maria Hernandez
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
To obtain a position that provides me to build a strong relationship while delivering quality care and service to both clients and patients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Larchmont Village Vet
Los Angeles, California
07.2020 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in performing routine examinations and procedures.
- Prepared and administered medications to animals as directed by veterinary staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and equipment.
- Collected samples for laboratory testing, including blood and urine samples.
- Provided compassionate support to animals and their owners during visits.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Shaved surgical areas and placed IV catheters in preparation for surgery.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary according to veterinarian instructions.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
- Ordered office supplies and maintained inventory levels.
- Performed cycle counts to verify inventory accuracy.
- Greeted and assisted visitors with professionalism and courtesy.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained calendar for office staff.
- Collected and recorded visitor information for security compliance.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
Veterinary Tech Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Administer vaccines.
- Distribute prescribed medication and going over the instructions with the client.
- Restrain animals for injections, Blood/Urine Collection, and IV catheter.
- Sterilize/Packing Surgical Instruments.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face.
- Keeping the work place clean and safe.
Receptionist, Tech Assistant, Kennel Assistant
Pet Care Center
04.2017 - 05.2019
- Pleasantly welcomed pet parents to the office and providing them with a clip board for sign-in purposes.
- Answering and directing incoming calls using a multi-line telephone system.
- Managing Inventory.
- Maintaining the facility clean.
- Set up appointments for check-ups and scheduled veterinary consultations and surgical visits.
- Reviewing pets history record and imputing records from previous veterinary center.
- Assisted Veterinarian with wound treatment, vaccination administrating, and operation.
- Restraining and managing scared and active animals during veterinary procedure.
Dog Handler, Kennel Assistant, Costumer Assistant
Bark N Bitches
09.2012 - 09.2018
- Help Potential Adopters.
- Assisting Volunteers.
- Care For The Dogs(including Feeding, Walking, Cleaning After Them, Monitoring Safe Playtime.
- Alerting Superior Co-Workers of any health/behavior changes on K9.
- Cleaning The Facility.
- Setting Up Kennels.
Education
Diploma - Surgical Technologist
CBD College
07.2016
GED - General Education
Lincoln Academy
01.2014
Skills
- Ability to work as a team or independent under minimal supervision
- Communications
- Hard working , self motivated, and a quick learner
- Keeping a safe/clean work environment for Staff, Clients , and Pets
- English/Spanish Speaker
References
April McCormick Supervisor (Bark N Bitches)
1(714)469-8608
Allison Michael DVM (Banfield Pet Hosptial)
1(440)525-4990
Cindy Kennard Practice Manager (Banfield Pet Hospital)
1(626)722-7816
Jessica Fishman DVM(Larchmont Village Vet)
1(323)314-4150
Languages
English/Spanish
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Larchmont Village Vet
07.2020 - Current
Veterinary Tech Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
06.2019 - 07.2020
Receptionist, Tech Assistant, Kennel Assistant
Pet Care Center
04.2017 - 05.2019
Dog Handler, Kennel Assistant, Costumer Assistant
Bark N Bitches
09.2012 - 09.2018
Diploma - Surgical Technologist
CBD College
GED - General Education
Lincoln Academy
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