Monica Smith
Murrieta,Ca
Summary
Driven by commitment to compassionate patient care, brings wealth of interpersonal skills to create supportive and collaborative environment. Demonstrates deep understanding of patient needs and excels in providing empathetic and persuasive communication to ensure comfort and trust. Strong ability to work seamlessly with medical teams, fostering cooperative atmosphere that enhances patient outcomes. Adept at handling diverse patient interactions with patience and generosity, ensuring positive experience for all.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Torrey Pines Animal Hospital
11.2022 - Current
- Provide advanced patient care support in a fast-paced clinical setting by assisting with exams, treatments, and diagnostics, while maintaining clean, organized exam room and treatment areas to support patients flow and comfort.
- Perform blood draws, place IV catheters, and ensure accurate sample handling for laboratory testing.
- Communicate effectively with clients, offering compassionate education and guidance on post-visit care.
- Collaborate closely with the veterinary team to ensure high-quality care and smooth clinic operations.
Artist Owner
Sippin’ Glitter
07.2019 - Current
- Design, create and sell custom epoxy tumblers and drinkware, specializing in personalized and trend-based designs.
- Manage end-to-end operations, including product design, material sourcing, quality control, and packaging.
- Built lasting customer relationships through personalized service, repeat business, and referrals.
Laboratory/ER/CC Tech
California Veterinary Specialists
06.2007 - 06.2019
- Performed all in-house lab testing including blood work, urinalysis and cytology.
- Drew blood and placed IV catheters for diagnostics, fluid therapy, oral medication as well as IV.
- Conducted blood cross-matching for transfusions and kept inventory on both blood products and plasma.
- Maintained and calibrated all laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Maintained detailed patient records to ensure timely diagnostics.
Medical Assistant/Treatment Educator
Comprehensive Health Center
09.1998 - 06.2005
- Assisted in patient care by taking vitals, preparing exam rooms, collecting specimens, and supporting clinical procedures.
- Educated patients on HIV/AIDS precautions, treatment plans and antiretroviral therapy, with a focus on medication and long-term health outcomes.
- Community outreach programs tailored to at risks communities, providing educational materials and presentations.
- Advocated for patients access to resources, connecting individuals with support groups, financial aid, community services and translating for patients when needed.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Pima
Chula Vista, CAPhlebotomist
Phlebotomy Training Specialists
Temecula, CaSkills
- Laboratory/phlebotomy
- Patient education
- High-quality care
Certification
Phlebotomy
LANGUAGES
Spanish | Bilingual
License
Phlebotomy (CA)
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Torrey Pines Animal Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Artist Owner
Sippin’ Glitter
07.2019 - Current
Laboratory/ER/CC Tech
California Veterinary Specialists
06.2007 - 06.2019
Medical Assistant/Treatment Educator
Comprehensive Health Center
09.1998 - 06.2005
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Pima
Phlebotomist
Phlebotomy Training Specialists