NEVIN DANIEL AVILA MORALES
Stamford
Summary
Dedicated and highly motivated Veterinary Assistant with hands-on clinical, kennel, and surgical support experience in a fast-paced animal hospital environment. Skilled in safe animal handling, sample collection, sanitation protocols, and monitoring patient vital signs during procedures. Known for strong work ethic, reliability, and compassionate care toward animals of all temperaments. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and veterinary teams. Seeking to contribute to a veterinary practice where high-quality patient care and teamwork are valued.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Schulhof Animal Hospital
- 08.2025
- Assisted veterinarians and technicians with daily animal care, restraint, and treatment procedures.
- Collected fecal and urine samples safely and efficiently, ensuring proper labeling, storage, and preparation for laboratory analysis.
- Assisted during a surgical procedure by monitoring patient vital signs, including blood pressure and respiration, and communicating changes to the surgical team.
- Disinfected and cleaned the surgery room post-operation, including sanitizing all instruments and equipment using approved disinfectants.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and sanitation throughout the hospital to support patient safety and infection control.
- Completed 50 hours of hands-on clinical experience in a professional veterinary environment.
Kennel Assistant
Schulhof Animal Hospital
- 08.2025
- Fed dogs and cats according to individualized dietary plans and followed strict care instructions throughout their stay.
- Walked dogs on a structured schedule, completing morning, afternoon, and evening rotations to ensure proper exercise and enrichment.
- Maintained kennel cleanliness by disinfecting cages, runs, bowls, and bedding to uphold hospital sanitation standards.
- Monitored animals for changes in behavior, appetite, or elimination patterns and reported observations to veterinary staff.
Busser / Food Runner
Country Club of Darien
04.2022 - 01.2025
- Supported high-volume service for weddings, holidays, and private events.
- Promoted to Food Runner in 2024 for strong performance and reliability.
- Managed food presentation, to-go orders, and ticket flow during peak service hours.
- Prevented cross-contamination by following strict hygiene standards and proper food-handling procedures.
- Communicated effectively with clients, responding to requests and ensuring a positive dining experience.
Assistant (Security Monitoring)
Private Family
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Monitored home surveillance systems and assisted with footage review and reporting.
- Maintained equipment functionality and improved monitoring procedures.
Painter / Construction Assistant
Master Pro Painting
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Painted building balconies according to project standards.
- Assisted with inspections and coordinated progress updates.
- Received a raise in recognition of strong work ethic and reliable manual labor skills.
Education
Veterinary terminology, drug identification, anatomy, Veterinary Assistant class
Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CT05.2025
Skills
- Safe animal handling & restraint
- Veterinary terminology & drug recognition
- Sample collection & preparation
- Surgical room cleaning & instrument disinfection
- Kennel care & sanitation protocols
- Client communication & teamwork
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
Certification
- Certification of Achievement — Veterinary Assistant
- Completed a 6-month online and in-person Veterinary Assistant program, including 50 hours of hands-on clinical training.
Timeline
Busser / Food Runner
Country Club of Darien
04.2022 - 01.2025
Assistant (Security Monitoring)
Private Family
01.2021 - 10.2021
Painter / Construction Assistant
Master Pro Painting
09.2020 - 12.2020
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Schulhof Animal Hospital
- 08.2025
Kennel Assistant
Schulhof Animal Hospital
- 08.2025
Veterinary terminology, drug identification, anatomy, Veterinary Assistant class
Norwalk Community College