Samantha Zavala
El Cajon,CA
Summary
I am a hardworker, reliable, and works well others. Willing to acknowledge more information to make my coworkers, our customers, and my environment better each day. Excellent at communicating with others and solving any conflicts at work. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinarian Assistant Intern
Singing Hills Animal Hospital
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Assisted veterinarians in performing examinations and surgical procedures, ensuring animal welfare.
- Managed patient records using veterinary software, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Educated pet owners on proper care, nutrition, and preventive health measures.
- Supported the administration of vaccinations and medications under veterinarian supervision.
- Coordinated client communications to ensure timely follow-ups and appointment scheduling.
- Led initiatives to improve patient flow and reduce wait times in the clinic setting.
- Increased clinic efficiency by maintaining clean examination rooms and preparing them for each appointment.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by updating patient files with pertinent medical information and treatment plans.
- Assisted veterinarians with restraining animals during examinations to assess injuries.
- Scheduled appointments, answered phones, billed customers for services and maintained inventory to maximize office productivity.
DSP
St. Madeleine Sophie's Center
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
Caregiver
Lo-Har Senior Living
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Administered medication as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding resident needs and concerns.
- Monitored resident health and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Created a safe and clean environment for residents to thrive.
- Engaged residents in social activities to promote mental well-being.
- Maintained accurate documentation of resident care and observations.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Sales Associate
Home Depot
03.2019 - 11.2021
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
- Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
- Assisted customers in product selection, providing tailored recommendations to enhance shopping experience.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, ensuring accuracy and customer satisfaction.
Education
High School Diploma -
Granite Hills High School
El Cajon, CA06-2017
GED -
Pima Medical Institute
Chula Vista06-2025
Skills
- Relationship selling
- Merchandising knowledge
- Cash handling accuracy
- Verbal/written communication
- Cash register operation
- Client account management
- Reliable and punctual
- Excellent communication skills
- Outgoing personality
- Dependable and Responsible
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Client Documentation
- Transportation
- Safety Monitoring
- First-Aid and CPR
- Community Activities
- Patient care
- Proper animal restraint
- Effective communication
- Compassionate communication
- Reception duties
- Client communication
- Sanitation protocols
- Veterinary terminology
- Medical record-keeping
- Proficient in [software]
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Veterinarian Assistant Intern
Singing Hills Animal Hospital
01.2025 - 03.2025
DSP
St. Madeleine Sophie's Center
02.2023 - 12.2024
Caregiver
Lo-Har Senior Living
12.2021 - 02.2023
Sales Associate
Home Depot
03.2019 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Granite Hills High School
GED -
Pima Medical Institute
Education and Training
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