Miriam Zavala
Arvin,CA
Summary
Devoted animal care professional versed in balancing administrative responsibilities with delivering quality veterinary care. Focused on creating calm, inviting office setting to put pet owners and pets at ease. Able to learn new concepts quickly and great work ethic. Intends to develop professional work experience utilizing communication and time management skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Allen Road Pet Hospital
Bakersfield, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Gathered specimens such as urine and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining animals.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically as directed by veterinarian.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Cared for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Ensured that cages were kept clean at all times.
- Helped veterinarian with neutering, tooth removal and casting broken bones.
- Supported euthanasia procedures and disposal following regulations and owner preferences.
- Clipped animals' claws and bathe animals to maintain hygiene.
Education
Veterinary Assistant -
San Joaquin Valley College
Bakersfield, CA05-2023
Skills
- Assist veterinarians in examining animals to determine the nature of illnesses or injuries
- Assist with Laboratory Procedures
- Assist with physical exams
- Care for and monitor the condition of animals recovering from surgery
- Clean and maintain kennels, animal holding areas, examination or operating rooms, or animal loading or unloading facilities to control the spread of disease
- Greet visitors, ascertain purpose of visit, and direct them to appropriate staff
- Hold or restrain animals during veterinary procedures
- Monitor animals recovering from surgery and notify veterinarians of any unusual changes or symptoms
- Perform and apply laboratory procedures, as well as radiographic film processing regarded as diagnostic contributions in animal health care
- Physical Exams
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Post Operative Care
- Perform the duties pertaining to veterinary clinic reception, office management, and general computer skills
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Allen Road Pet Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Veterinary Assistant -
San Joaquin Valley College
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