Melissa Pascucci
Pine Brook,NJ
Summary
Dedicated veterinary professional with a lifelong passion for veterinary medicine, and special interest in surgery and ultrasonography. Committed to fear-free and gentle handling of patients during examinations, ensuring individualized care that meets the unique needs of both clients and animals. Enthusiastic about continuing education and dedicated to practicing gold-standard anesthesia and medicine, consistently striving for excellence in all aspects of veterinary care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Medical Director
American Animal Hospital
Randolph, NJ
12.2024 - Current
- Lead evaluation and management of clinical practices as well as patient care delivery.
- Oversee strategic planning for hospital operations and patient care services.
- Mentor and train staff on best practices in animal healthcare delivery.
- Work in partnership with practice manager to ensure proper medical case management and provide excellent client experience.
Associate Veterinarian
American Animal Hospital
Randolph, NJ
06.2021 - Current
- Diagnose, treat and monitor various medical conditions and educate clients.
- Deliver wellness and preventative care using AAHA standards tailored individual patient needs.
- Perform soft tissue and dental surgical procedures.
- Perform abdominal ultrasounds.
Operating Room Technican
University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Prepared for surgery ensuring efficient instrument availability and sterility.
- Assisted surgeons by supplying them with medical equipment.
- Documented surgical procedures and persons involved.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure efficiency and improve surgical outcomes.
Spay and Neuter Surgeon
World Veterinary Service International Training Center
Goa, India
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Performed spay and neuter procedures for street dogs (TNR).
- Monitored vitals for patients under anesthesia.
- Assisted with Rabies vaccinations of street dogs throughout Goa, India.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create surgical and treatment plan for patients.
Small Animal Veterinary Technician
Cameron Animal Hospital
Montclair, NJ
01.2015 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians with pet examinations, surgery and anesthesia monitoring.
- Communicated with clients through history taking and medical education.
- Assisted veterinarians with medical record keeping.
- Cared for in- hospital patients and shelter animals through feeding, cleaning, medicating and monitoring.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine
Saint Paul, MN05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Caldwell University
Caldwell, NJ01-2015
Continuing Education - Abdominal Ultrasonography
Sonopath Education
Andover, NJ01-2023
Continuing Education - Gastrointestinal & Urinary Tract Surgery
Viticus Group
Paradise, NV02-2025
Skills
- Abdominal ultrasonography
- Soft tissue surgery
- Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspirates
- Practice management
- Staff continuing education
- Fear free medicine
Certification
Fear Free Certified
Languages
English
Timeline
Co-Medical Director
American Animal Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Associate Veterinarian
American Animal Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Spay and Neuter Surgeon
World Veterinary Service International Training Center
07.2019 - 08.2019
Operating Room Technican
University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine
08.2018 - 05.2021
Small Animal Veterinary Technician
Cameron Animal Hospital
01.2015 - Current
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Caldwell University
Continuing Education - Abdominal Ultrasonography
Sonopath Education
Continuing Education - Gastrointestinal & Urinary Tract Surgery
Viticus Group