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Rebecca Sanchez

New London,NC

Summary

Veterinary Technician with certifications in Fear Free and Cat Friendly practices. Proficient in diagnostic testing, client education, surgical assistance, and reception duties. Multifaceted professional dedicated to providing high-quality care and support in a veterinary setting. Strong commitment to promoting animal welfare and fostering positive relationships with clients and their pets.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Technician

Millburn Veterinary Hospital
06.2023 - 06.2025
  • Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
  • Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
  • Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
  • Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
  • Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
  • Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
  • Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
  • Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues when needed during emergencies or critical cases requiring additional assistance.
  • Scheduled appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases appropriately based on severity of symptoms presented by pets.
  • Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
  • Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
  • Handled challenging behavior from stressed or anxious animals using calming techniques learned through continuous professional development courses.
  • Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
  • Performed dental cleanings under the supervision of a veterinarian, promoting improved oral health for patients.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as x-rays and blood work, to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

Veterinary Receptionist

Murray Hill Veterinary Associates
03.2022 - 06.2023
  • Managed over 50 incoming calls per day
  • Handled emergency calls/situations
  • Checked patients in/out, booking appointments for surgeries, wellness exams, sick visits
  • Referred client questions or concerns to doctors and returned calls to update clients with answers given by their veterinarian
  • Occasional duties include filling prescriptions and food orders with approval by veterinarian.

Guest Service Director

Anthony Garubo Salon
08.2019 - 03.2022
  • Ensured salon was well kept and all services were running smoothly
  • Directed apprentices working alongside stylists
  • Assisted guests who would like to check out in their seat or make their next appointment
  • Set up guests for stylists by taking their coats, offering beverages and seating them for their services

Reception Duties

  • Greeted clientele at check in, handled busy phone lines and replied to emails/texts, preformed checkout ensuring all services were satisfactory
  • Booked appointments, made sure front end and product wall were clean and organized
  • Kept record of product inventory
  • Packaged product and created shipping labels to fulfill product orders
  • Made sure service providers were running on time to get to next client
  • Opened and closed cash drawer daily to confirm all cash and balances were correct.

Supervisor

Grand Summit Hotel
12.2016 - 08.2019
  • Gave courtesy calls to guests to ensure their room and accommodations were satisfactory
  • Trained front desk agents
  • Conducted interviews
  • Took inventory
  • Handled and resolved any complaints
  • Booked reservations/room blocks
  • Created staff schedule
  • Implemented any necessary procedures to improve productivity and staff morale
  • Served as acting manager for 4 months

Sales Account Executive

  • Answered sales calls, filed contracts, composed proposals, built BEO’s
  • Worked with clients to put together their corporate events while building rapport
  • Promptly replied to emails
  • Made room blocks and business blocks for groups of up to 100 guests
  • Cold called previous and potential business and negotiated rates

Front Desk Reception

  • Answered incoming calls within 3 rings or less with proper greeting
  • Set up reservations and sent confirmations
  • Helped with guest needs and questions
  • Arranged taxi services for pickup and drop off
  • Posted charges to rooms and directed incoming calls to proper extensions
  • Checked guests in and out
  • Handled night audit procedures.

Receptionist

Massage Envy
09.2015 - 10.2016
  • Answered incoming calls and booked appointments using Millennium
  • Filing
  • Prepared room assignments for therapists
  • Trained new employees
  • Sold memberships
  • Restocked and washed laundry
  • Handed client complaints and effectively found solutions
  • Carried out proper protocol with company policies
  • Opened and closed register to make sure totals were correct and balanced
  • Recognized for "Excellence in Customer Service and Sales"

Education

High School Diploma -

Columbia High School
Maplewood, NJ
2014

Skills

  • Laboratory skills
  • Euthanasia procedures
  • AviMark Software
  • Intravenous catheterization
  • Medication administration
  • Surgical assistance
  • Vaccine administration
  • Medical history collection
  • General anesthesia monitoring
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • IV medication administration
  • Intravenous injection

Timeline

Veterinary Technician

Millburn Veterinary Hospital
06.2023 - 06.2025

Veterinary Receptionist

Murray Hill Veterinary Associates
03.2022 - 06.2023

Guest Service Director

Anthony Garubo Salon
08.2019 - 03.2022

Supervisor

Grand Summit Hotel
12.2016 - 08.2019

Receptionist

Massage Envy
09.2015 - 10.2016

High School Diploma -

Columbia High School