Samantha Acevedo
Livermore
Summary
Dedicated veterinary technician with 4 years of experience providing compassionate care to animals and supporting veterinary teams. Passionate about animal health and committed to creating a calm, positive experience for both patients and their owners. Currently completing my veterinary technology program and eager to continue growing in the field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Olive Tree Animal Hospital
03.2025 - Current
- Obtained independent experience in dental cleanings, dental x-rays and dental extractions
- Checking in small animal for general appointments and surgeries
- Client communication and education
- Assisted with specialty surgeries and grew new skills very quickly
Vet assistant/ receptionist
ABC Pet Clinic
San Ramon
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Working under the direction of two doctors, mainly focused on yearly preventive care, spays and neuters, and client education on treatment protocol and general procedures
- Checking in more than 20+ patients per day, taking complete history
vet assistant/ CSR (entry-level)
Boulevard Pet Hospital
castro valley
03.2022 - 08.2023
- To obtain hands on experience at an entry-level position where I was able to utilize my passion for animals in a clinical setting under direction of one DVM
- Familiarized myself with administering injection, monitoring Sx, performing diagnostics, post-operative care, and even working with exotic animals
- Cross Trained to work with the receptionist and front desk as well to familiarize myself with customer service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carrington College
Peasant Hill09.2026
Highschool diploma - undefined
San Leandro High School
San Leandro07.2021
Skills
- Medication administration (oral, injectable, IV)
- Animal handling and restraint
- Venipuncture and catheter placement
- Radiology positioning and imaging support
- Sterilization and surgical suite preparation
- Laboratory sample collection and diagnostic testing
- Intubation
- Assisting in surgical procedures and anesthesia monitoring
- Post-operative care
- Time management and multitasking
- Dental prophylaxis support
- Team collaboration in fast-paced clinical settings
- Client communication & education
- Recover CPR certified
Certification
- Certified Recover CPR, BSL/ASL
Recover CPR (BSL/ASL) Certified
Certified in Advanced Life Support (ALS) and BLS/CPR with training in emergency response, patient stabilization, and life-saving procedures.
Timeline
Olive Tree Animal Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Vet assistant/ receptionist
ABC Pet Clinic
09.2023 - 01.2025
vet assistant/ CSR (entry-level)
Boulevard Pet Hospital
03.2022 - 08.2023
Highschool diploma - undefined
San Leandro High School
High School Diploma -
Carrington College