Michelle Sousa, RVT
Merced,CA
Summary
Reliable and punctual Animal Care team member with proven skills managing animal needs, maintaining aseptic technique, and coordinating inventory and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities.
Energetic Registered Veterinary Technician comfortable with handling dogs of all breeds and sizes. Committed to well-being of dogs and peace of mind of owners. Knowledgeable in area's best walking routes and dog parks.
Proactive Registered Veterinary Technician always ready for diverse animal needs. Maintains health of groups of animals by calmly controlling behaviors and anticipating problems.
Conscientious and service-oriented Registered Veterinary Technician passionate about providing animals with top-notch care and support. Develops and maintains loyal client relationships while building lasting trust with animals under care. Proficient in grooming procedures, exercise strategies and basic animal needs.
Conscientious about providing top-notch care to protect and serve every animal in Hospital and home settings. Background includes providing full array of animal husbandry services while providing necessary exercise and nurturing environments. Devoted to promoting animal welfare.
Kind and attentive Registered Veterinary Technician with years of experience helping pet owners care for beloved animals. Dedicated to guaranteeing each dog gets necessary exercise and attention on each walk. Knowledgeable in animal behavior and wound care.
Enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Technician eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Veterinary Specialties.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Registered Veterinary Technician position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Dedicated Veterinary professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Reliable employee seeking Remote Veterinary Customer Care Specialist position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Dog Boarder
Rover.com
03.2018 - Current
- Followed specific food and water schedules for different animal species.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Contributed to client retention by consistently providing outstanding customer service to both clients and pets.
- Restocked supplies and rotated items to maintain efficient operations and prevent expiration of perishable goods.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Followed effective process for bathing and grooming dogs to remove dirt, loose hair, parasites and hair mats.
- Maintained animal health and wellbeing by brushing coat, trimming nails, cleaning ears and providing other types of basic care.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Handled administrative work such as answering telephones and scheduling appointments for visits.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries or potential diseases.
- Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Cared for sick or injured animals by seeking out veterinary care and notifying owners.
- Trained animals in behavioral compliance or other special routines or commands.
- Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
- Improved health of pets by advising owners on optimal approaches.
Education
Associate Of General Studies -
Evergreen Valley College
San Jose, CAVeterinary Technology - Veterinary Technology
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA06.2001
Skills
- Organization and Time Management
- Leadership
- Teambuilding
- MS Office
- Data Entry
- Responsible
- Decision Making
- Good listening skills
- Active Listening
- Microsoft Office
- Self-motivated professional
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Collaboration
- Flexible & Adaptable
Affiliations
CVMA
California Medical Reserve Core
SVBT
AVSAB
Certification
- Licensed Veterinary Technician- 2001
- Behavior & Training - Karen Pryor Academy Dog Training Foundations (enrolled in Comprehensive Course)
- Fundamentals of Canine Ethology 2003
- Fundamentals of Animal Learning 2003
- Purdue University 's DOGS Course 2002
- Novartis Introduction to Pet Behavioral Therapy 2000
- Licensed Registered Veterinary Technician - 2001
Timeline
Dog Boarder
Rover.com
03.2018 - Current
Associate Of General Studies -
Evergreen Valley College
Veterinary Technology - Veterinary Technology
Foothill College