Miryam Aguilar
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Finalizing an Associates Degree in Biological Sciences and eager for hands-on experience to further develop acquired skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
West Russell Animal Hospital
06.2022 - Current
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
Kennel Technician
West Russell Animal Hospital
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Cleaned and maintained kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Recorded dogs' intake and output, physical condition and behavior for updated kennel logs.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
Nursery Assistant
4E Kennels
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Analyzed departmental documents for appropriate distribution and filing.
- Maintained high level of professionalism and calmness with all personnel, even in high-stress situations.
- Developed dietary and nutritional plans to reach optimal weight, stimulate healing, and increase quality of life.
- Cleaned kennels, animal holding areas, and animal loading/unloading facilities.
- Educated future animal owners regarding feeding and general care.
- Relieved boredom and stress of living in a shelter-like environment by walking, playing and tending to dogs' physical needs.
- Recorded activity and noted any unusual behavior or medical issues.
- Maintained clean and organized areas to promote animal wellbeing.
- Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming.
- Prevented spread of diseases and contaminants by consistently cleaning and disinfecting animal areas.
- Contributed ideas for improving work processes.
Education
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV06.2024
Great Basin College - Pahrump Valley Center
Pahrump, NV07.2021
High School Diploma -
Pahrump Valley High School
Pahrump, NV05.2021
Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Recordkeeping
- Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Time Management
- Team collaboration
- Patient Record Analysis
- Measuring Vital Signs
- Direct Patient Care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
West Russell Animal Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Kennel Technician
West Russell Animal Hospital
08.2021 - 06.2022
Nursery Assistant
4E Kennels
06.2019 - 08.2021
Associate of Science - Biological Sciences
College of Southern Nevada
Great Basin College - Pahrump Valley Center
High School Diploma -
Pahrump Valley High School
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