Roman Martinez
Cibolo,TX
Summary
Dynamic veterinary professional with experience in veterinary emergency medicine, excelling in patient care and client education. Proven ability in medication administration and effective communication, ensuring optimal animal health and client satisfaction. Adept at team collaboration and critical thinking, consistently enhancing workflow and patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Animal Emergency Room
San Antonio, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
- Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Assisted doctors and technicians by soothing upset or frightened animals.
- Monitored front desk operations to ensure smooth flow of traffic during peak hours.
- Checked patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments.
- Managed front office customer service, appointment management, billing and administration tasks to streamline workflow.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
Veterinary Assistant
Mission Vet Specialty And Emergency
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
Military Police K9 Handler
United States Marine Corps
03.2019 - 03.2023
- Trained animals to respond to specific cues from handlers.
- Gathered evidence, processed crime scenes, and questioned witnesses and suspects.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $1,000,000.
- Provided emergency response security, eliminating hazards, and potential dangers.
- Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
- Executed search and seizure operations in strict accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Organized and supervised staff personnel in installation procedures
- Supervised communication functions for special operations and secret missions.
Deputy Sheriff
Bexar County Sheriffs Office
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Received and processed inmates into custody.
- Observed inmate behavior to maintain order, safety, and prevent dangerous and inappropriate activities,
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Drafted Incident reports detailing incidents and safety violations.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
Sales Specialist
Home Depot
San Antonio, TX
03.2017 - 02.2018
- Monitored vital signs of hospitalized animals including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate and other parameters as necessary.
- Obtained information and history from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Assisted veterinarians during procedures and examinations, calming animals and handing instruments.
- Handled and restrained animals following safety requirements and procedures.
- Performed laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic tests to check animal health.
- Released patients to owners with care directions from veterinary staff.
- Provided detailed patient care instructions to pet owners.
- Monitored front desk operations to ensure smooth flow of traffic during peak hours.
- Checked patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments.
- Managed front office customer service, appointment management, billing and administration tasks to streamline workflow.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology Concentration in Zoology
Texas A&M University - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05-2026
High School Diploma -
Harlandale High School
San Antonio, TX06.2017
Skills
- Vaccine administration
- Patient restraint
- Client education
- Animal handling
- Patient care
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Animal restraint
- Reception support
- Medication administration
- Veterinary terminology
- Client communication
Certification
- Fear Free Veterinary Certification
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Animal Emergency Room
07.2024 - Current
Veterinary Assistant
Mission Vet Specialty And Emergency
02.2023 - 08.2023
Military Police K9 Handler
United States Marine Corps
03.2019 - 03.2023
Deputy Sheriff
Bexar County Sheriffs Office
02.2018 - 02.2019
Sales Specialist
Home Depot
03.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology Concentration in Zoology
Texas A&M University - San Antonio
High School Diploma -
Harlandale High School
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