Reina Gabriela Alas
Austell,GA
Summary
Compassionate Veterinary Assistant experienced in patient monitoring, medication administration, and animal handling. Skilled in supporting surgical procedures, educating pet owners, and maintaining accurate medical records. Expertise in laboratory testing and effective client communication enhances team collaboration. Committed to delivering high-quality veterinary care and improving animal health.
Overview
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4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Vetco Total Care
Sandy Springs, Georgia
2024.06 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
- Helped veterinarians conduct thorough examinations of animals in a clinical setting.
- Monitored patient vital signs during recovery periods.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, and respiration rate for health assessment.
- Educated pet owners on effective care and nutrition to enhance pet health and well-being.
- Administered medications and vaccinations following veterinarian guidelines.
- Administered vaccinations, medications and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Dispensed medications orally or topically following veterinarian guidelines.
- Gathered specimens such as urine, blood and fecal samples for laboratory analysis.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Assisted in surgery preparation by setting up instruments, supplies and equipment prior to procedure start time.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Prepared laboratory slides for microscopic examinations.
- Maintained cleanliness in treatment areas and kennels.
- Facilitated communication among veterinarians and staff to optimize patient flow and efficiency during busy clinic hours.
- Handled administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments.
- Answered phone inquiries from clients regarding appointment scheduling, services offered.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
- Cleaned and sterilized exam rooms between appointments.
- Supported the team in managing inventory of medical supplies.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Center of Buckhead
Buckhead, Georgia
2023.01 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures.
- Administered medications and vaccinations following veterinarian instructions.
- Educated pet owners on proper care and nutrition to promote animal health and wellness.
- Collected specimens including urine, blood, and fecal samples for accurate laboratory analysis.
- Assisted veterinarians in examining, diagnosing and treating animals for various illnesses and injuries.
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals to ensure timely medical interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs during recovery periods.
- Administered medications to animals through oral or topical methods, following veterinarian's instructions for dosage and timing.
- Prepared and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
- Scrubbed, counted, and packed surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Organized operating room ahead of procedures and assisted veterinarians during surgeries.
- Supported veterinarians during animal examinations by preparing necessary tools and calming the animals.
- Restrained animals during examination or treatment procedures using appropriate techniques according to species size and temperament.
- Maintained accurate medical records of all patients.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Operated radiographic and ultrasound equipment.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, microbiology cultures and hematology.
Kennel Technician
Veterinary Center of Buckhead
Buckhead, Georgia
2022.09 - 2023.01
- Sanitized kennels, creating a healthy environment that promotes animal well-being.
- Monitored animals for signs of illness or distress, promptly reporting to supervisor to ensure timely interventions.
- Monitored animal behavior, reporting concerns to veterinary staff promptly.
- Administered medications and assisted in feeding various animals.
- Provided companionship and socialization to dogs and cats in care.
- Supported grooming activities including bathing and brushing pets.
- Maintained accurate records of animal health and daily activities, supporting effective care management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology Pre-veterinary
Oglethorpe University
Brookhaven, GA2026-05
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Medication administration
- Vaccine administration
- Laboratory testing
- Laboratory procedures
- Diagnostic imaging
- Medical diagnosis
- Pre-anesthetic preparation
- Post operative care
- Animal restraint
- Animal handling
- Physical examinations
- Urgent care
- Animal safety
- Sanitation protocols
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Radiology techniques
- Team collaboration
- Client communication
- Reception duties
- Decision-making
- Medical diagnosis
- Euthanasia assistance
- Biohazard disposal
- Medical diagnosis
- Biohazard disposal
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Volunteered at Lifeline Animal Project
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Vetco Total Care
2024.06 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary Center of Buckhead
2023.01 - Current
Kennel Technician
Veterinary Center of Buckhead
2022.09 - 2023.01
Bachelor of Science - Biology Pre-veterinary
Oglethorpe University