Samantha Escalona
Hollywood,FL
Summary
Dependable Veterinary Technician effective in managing operations. Successful in encouraging team members to work efficiently and meet production targets. Well-organized, self-motivated, and knowledgeable about successful strategies for managing fast-paced work.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
Faithful Companions Animal Clinic
05.2022 - Current
- Improve patient care by assisting veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals.
- Enhance client satisfaction by providing compassionate care for pets during their appointments.
- Reduce errors in diagnostic testing by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on veterinary practices and techniques.
- Streamline workflow, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely communication with clients regarding treatment plans.
- Conduct diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Assist in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
Veterinary Technician
Sunset Animal Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing compassionate care for pets during their appointments.
- Improved patient care by assisting veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
- Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
Veterinary Technician
Dr. Ferber's Animal Hospital
11.2019 - 01.2022
- Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Managed medical intervention and therapy for animals in collaboration with veterinarian.
- Swabbed ears to remove wax and dirt, removing extra hair to allow air to circulate freely and avoid infection.
- Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding.
- Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Assessed paws, ears and eyes for injuries or infections as part of initial evaluation.
Stable Hand
Project Stables
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Maintained saddles, bridles and riding gear and helped fit items to specific horses.
- Used disinfectant solutions, brushes and shovels to thoroughly clean stalls, pumps and equipment.
- Kept animal coats clean and healthy with regular washing, grooming and trimming.
- Restocked supplies and rotated items to maintain efficient operations and prevent expiration of perishable goods.
- Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
- Administered horse medication and necessary special care.
- Mixed and administered special food formulas to individual animals based on unique dietary needs.
- Scheduled approximately 10 trail rides and lessons every Saturday for special need kids.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Florida International University
Miami, FL04.2024
Associate of Arts - Biology
Broward College
Fort Lauderdale, FL05.2021
High School Diploma -
Mater Academy Charter High School
Hialeah Gardens, FL06.2018
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Clear Communication
- Problem Sensitivity
- Prescription Management
- Staff Training
- Medication Administration
- Euthanasia Assistance
- Humane Animal Restraints
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Physical Examinations
- Laboratory Testing
- Client Counseling
- Bathing and Nail Clipping
- Animal Vaccinations
- Responsible and Reliable
Volunteer Work
- Miami-Dade Animal Shelters - make toys, walk shelter dogs, interact with shelter cats/kittens, maintain kennels, organize food drives, manage donations from school
- Animal Hospital of Pembroke Road | Hollywood Vets - organize files , learn about Avimark, communicate with incoming pet owners, maintain treatment
Accomplishments
Founder and President of Animal Welfare Society (AWS) in Mater Academy Junior - Senior year High School 2016-2018
Purpose: A.W.S is a way to bring aspiring vet students and all around animal lovers closer to their passion; from volunteering at shelters to managing horse ranch duties.
Websites
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
Faithful Companions Animal Clinic
05.2022 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Sunset Animal Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2022
Veterinary Technician
Dr. Ferber's Animal Hospital
11.2019 - 01.2022
Stable Hand
Project Stables
03.2016 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Florida International University
Associate of Arts - Biology
Broward College
High School Diploma -
Mater Academy Charter High School
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