Maria Martin
Denton
Summary
Ardent, passionate veterinary student seeking work in surgical specialty to gain experience to pursue my dreams of becoming a surgeon.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Denton County Animal ER
Denton
12.2022 - 08.2024
- Test and analyze blood samples, venipuncture, take vitals, triage patients, help with anesthesia and laceration repairs, obtain radiographs
- Surgery preparation, anesthesiology, surgical procedures, and medication administration
Shadowing
Weems & Stephens Equine Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Observe surgeries and daily care of equines
- Assist veterinary technicians with surgery preparation, anesthetics, and monitoring vital signs
Head Pool Manager, CPO
City of Denton, Denton Natatorium
Denton
05.2018 - 12.2023
- Perform emergency care and oversee emergency care
- Assist in hiring staff, running trainings, event planning, staff scheduling, proficient in software including excel and word
- Oversee aquatics programs and maintain the facility and pool chemistry
Volunteering
Denton Animal Shelter
Denton
10.2022 - Current
- Walk dogs, clean kennels, socialize cats and kittens
Event Coordinator
City of Denton, Dog Days of Summer
Denton
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Work with vendors and other event coordinators to put together the City of Denton Dog Days of Summer
- Manage the pool chemistry and oversaw the poolside events, giving care to pets and pet owners
Shadowing
Denton Veterinary Center
Denton
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Observe surgeries, anesthesia, dental care, blood work, vaccinations, and administering medicine
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine
05.2028
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of North Texas
05.2024
High School Diploma -
Denton High School
05.2020
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant -
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant School
03.2020
Skills
- 7 years of customer service
- 7 years of emergency management and care
- 5 years as a CCMA
- 3 years of manager experience
Summary
1 ½+ years of veterinary emergency experience, 7 years of emergency management experience
Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), 2020-Present
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO), 2022-2027
- Lifeguard Instructor, 2020-present
- Lifeguard, 2018-present
Awards
- President’s List- Spring 2021, Spring 2022, Fall 2022, Spring 2024
- Dean’s List-Fall 2020, Fall 2021, Spring 2023, Fall 2024
- Coach of North Texas Lifeguard Games State Qualifying Team- Summer 2022
- Volleyball captain for club and high school – 2016-2019
Interests And Clubs
- Student American Veterinary Medical Association (SAVMA)
- Internal Medicine and Emergency Critical Care Services (IMECCS)
- Society for Veterinary Surgery and Anesthesiology (SVSA)
- American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP)
Timeline
Shadowing
Weems & Stephens Equine Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Denton County Animal ER
12.2022 - 08.2024
Volunteering
Denton Animal Shelter
10.2022 - Current
Event Coordinator
City of Denton, Dog Days of Summer
09.2021 - 09.2023
Shadowing
Denton Veterinary Center
01.2020 - 03.2020
Head Pool Manager, CPO
City of Denton, Denton Natatorium
05.2018 - 12.2023
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of North Texas
High School Diploma -
Denton High School
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant -
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant School