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MELODY B. LOAIZA

Upland

Summary

Dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management, and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals. Administered anesthesia to sedate animals during surgical procedures. Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively using slow periods. Maintains organized, clean and safe work areas with diligent attention to important details. Dependable employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered hardworking, ethical, and detail-oriented.

Experienced veterinary technician with a strong background in assisting during medical and surgical procedures, effectively communicating with pet owners to gather essential medical histories. Demonstrated proficiency in administering medications, immunizations, and anesthesia while closely monitoring patient responses to ensure optimal care. Led a team of technicians, enhancing operational efficiency through the development of training programs and adherence to best practices. Managed inventory control processes that streamlined supply ordering and reduced costs, contributing to overall facility effectiveness.

Compassionate Head Veterinary Technician with a reputation for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in surgical assistance, anesthesia management, and emergency care. Excel at communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring high-quality care and positive outcomes in challenging situations.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Veterinary Technician

Irvin Pet Hospital
Redlands
01.2006 - 10.2021
  • Assisted veterinarian during medical and surgical procedures.
  • Communicated with pet owners to determine and document medical histories and reason for visit.
  • Administered medications, immunizations, and microchips to small animals.
  • Administered anesthesia to animals and monitored animals' responses to anesthetics for accurate dosage adjustments.
  • Improved outcomes by monitoring and caring for post-surgical patients.
  • Trained and mentored new veterinary technicians on animal care procedures, facility policies, and industry best practices.
  • Led a team of veterinary technicians, ensuring high standards of patient care and operational efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for staff, improving skill sets and enhancing team performance.
  • Managed inventory control and streamlined supply ordering processes, reducing costs and minimizing waste.

Education

Cal Poly
Pomona, CA

Skills

  • Inhalant anesthesia
  • Cephalic venipuncture
  • Jugular venipuncture
  • Saphenous venipuncture
  • Restraint
  • Surgical assistance
  • Anesthesia monitoring
  • IV medication administration
  • Oral medication administration
  • Topical medication administration
  • Animal examination
  • Suction machine operation
  • Cautery machine operation
  • Post-operative care
  • Anesthesia administration
  • Customer service
  • Cytocentesis
  • X-Rays
  • Nail trimming
  • Veterinary office administration
  • Fecal testing
  • Urine testing
  • Blood testing
  • Veterinary terminology
  • Team leadership
  • Conducting necropsies
  • Lab work
  • Immunization protocols
  • Client communication
  • Staff training
  • Inventory management
  • Supply chain optimization
  • Compliance adherence
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Head Veterinary Technician

Irvin Pet Hospital
01.2006 - 10.2021

Cal Poly
MELODY B. LOAIZA