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MARIAH FIGUEROA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Technician, in the process of obtaining licensure, with roughly 3 years of hands on experience in providing high quality care to canines and felines in clinical and emergency settings. Seeking to leverage skills and expertise in a dynamic veterinary practice, with a strong commitment to animal welfare and client education, and a passion for continuous learning and professional development.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Technician

Animal Hospital of Hasbrouck Heights
06.2023 - Current
  • Impromed Software
  • Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
  • Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed, as well as monitored vital signs
  • Extubated patients, and monitored post-operative recovery processes closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
  • Performed dental scaling/polishing to intubated patients.
  • Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Collected blood samples for both in house and outside lab use.
  • Conducted lab tests.
  • Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
  • Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Trained new staff for both Reception and Technician positions.
  • Fielded phone calls from pet owners, answered questions and took messages for veterinarians.
  • Processed medical insurance claims and payments.
  • Obtained payments from clients.
  • Reported diagnostics to owners.
  • Appointment Scheduling.

Veterinary Receptionist/Technician Assistant

Englewood Veterinary Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Cornerstone Software
  • Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted clients.
  • Maintained office and waiting room, keeping common areas clean and tidy.
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
  • Restrained animals to prevent veterinarians/technicians from potential harm.
  • Vaccine and medication preparation.
  • Restocked medical and office supplies.
  • Handled follow up and confirmation calls.

Catering Waitress

Seasons Catering
04.2021 - 07.2021

Retail Cashier

Panera Bread
10.2019 - 04.2021

Education

High School Diploma -

Hackensack High School
Hackensack, NJ
06-2021

Skills

  • Animal restraint
  • Subcutaneous and Intramuscular Injections
  • Extubation
  • Surgical assistance/preparation
  • Monitoring anesthesia/recovery
  • Dental scaling/polishing
  • Euthanasia procedures
  • Blood collection
  • IV catheter removal
  • Medication administration
  • Laboratory skills
  • Pharmacy duties
  • Patient positioning
  • Instrument pack sterilization
  • Anal sac expression
  • Nail trimming
  • Ear Cleaning
  • Scheduling

Timeline

Veterinary Technician

Animal Hospital of Hasbrouck Heights
06.2023 - Current

Veterinary Receptionist/Technician Assistant

Englewood Veterinary Center
01.2022 - 01.2023

Catering Waitress

Seasons Catering
04.2021 - 07.2021

Retail Cashier

Panera Bread
10.2019 - 04.2021

High School Diploma -

Hackensack High School

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