Nicole Jara
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
ACA 1
ACCESS Pasadena
Pasadena, California
08.2024 - Current
- Execute IV catheter placement and blood collection with accuracy.
- Conduct regular visual inspections to monitor patient comfort and well-being.
- Use appropriate restraint techniques during examinations, based on animal size and temperament.
- Operate X-ray and laboratory equipment efficiently to support diagnostic processes.
- Gather critical information during triage, including history and vitals, notifying the DVM of abnormalities.
- Knowledge of CPR protocols for emergency situations.
Veterinary Assistant
Healthy Paws Animal Hospital
Glendora, CA
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Administered vaccinations, medications, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients, and provided support.
- Secured patients effectively during examinations and treatments, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in treatment and examination areas.
- Organize, inventory, and make surgical packs daily to ensure the surgical suite is ready for upcoming surgeries.
- Worked with the team to finalize treatments and communicate detailed discharge information.
Veterinary Assistant
Petco
Montebello, CA
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Checked in patients and evaluated medical records to recommend appropriate veterinary services.
- Restrained patients for the DVM during the exam and vaccine administration.
- Prepared and labeled vaccines, ensuring accurate organization aligned with each patient's chart.
- Discussed potential side effects from vaccines, and provided medication consultations for flea and tick treatments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biological Science- Pre-veterinary Medicine
Arizona State University
08.2025
Skills
- Familiar with SmartFlow and EzyVet
- Proficient in animal restraint
- Attention to detail
- Stress management
- Accurate record keeping
Volunteer Experience
Project Street Vet, December 2022- Current
Assist veterinarians in providing general medical care such as vaccines and flea medicine for underserved communities and homeless shelters in Los Angeles County.
Languages
Conversational in Spanish
Timeline
ACA 1
ACCESS Pasadena
08.2024 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Healthy Paws Animal Hospital
06.2023 - 03.2024
Veterinary Assistant
Petco
01.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Applied Biological Science- Pre-veterinary Medicine
Arizona State University