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Michelle Alvarez

San Ysidro,CA

Summary

I am a veterinary Assistant graduate seeking a position within a veterinary facility that will allow me to continue to learn. Motivated, and ready to apply education in the workplace.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Dog Groomer

Erika’s dog grooming
San Diego , CA
05.2021 - Current
  • Bathed and dried dogs of all sizes, ages, breeds, and temperaments.
  • Cleaned ears, trimmed nails, and plucked hair from ear canals.
  • Used scissors to trim fur around the face, feet, and tail area in accordance with breed standards or customer requests.
  • Developed long-term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
  • Cleaned and disinfected kennels and common areas to reduce spread of illness from infected animals.
  • Kept detailed records of services performed for each animal client.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately when accepting payment from customers.
  • Attended training seminars or conferences related to pet care industry topics.

Veterinary Assistant Extern

South Bay Veterinary Hospital
Chula Vista, CA, CA
01.2024 - 02.2024
  • Provided routine treatments such as administering medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a Veterinarian Technician.
  • Assisted with animal surgeries by prepping the surgical area, monitoring anesthesia levels, and providing post-operative care.
  • Obtain and record TPRs on canines and felines.
  • Collect urine via free catch.

Cashier

Rite Aid
San Diego , CA
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol, tobacco products, or medication.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.

Sales Associate

GUESS Factory
San Ysidro, CA
11.2018 - 12.2018
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Folded, hung, and organized clothes in a neat and orderly fashion.
  • Monitored activity in the dressing room areas to ensure that no theft was taking place.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

PIMA Medical Institute
Chula Vista, CA
02-2024

Skills

  • Canine and feline restraints
  • Knowledge of veterinary terminology
  • Experience with medication administration
  • Breed and Species Knowledge
  • Animal Handling
  • Nail Trimming

Timeline

Veterinary Assistant Extern

South Bay Veterinary Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2024

Dog Groomer

Erika’s dog grooming
05.2021 - Current

Cashier

Rite Aid
06.2020 - 08.2020

Sales Associate

GUESS Factory
11.2018 - 12.2018

Some College (No Degree) -

PIMA Medical Institute
Michelle Alvarez