Tamara Ortega
Escondido,CA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker eager to secure entry-level Kitchen Aide position. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Room Tech
Countryside Veterinary Hospital
06.2021 - 04.2025
- Collaborated with team members to streamline project workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness of examination rooms and surgical areas to uphold hygiene standards.
- Collaborated with veterinary team to develop efficient workflow processes, enhancing service delivery.
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Managed kennel duties responsibly ensuring cleanliness comfort safety nutrition hydration exercise monitoring recovering boarding animals.
- Contributed teamwork flexibility adaptability willingness learn new skills support colleagues achieve practice goals objectives.
- Reduced stress for patients with calming techniques during exams and procedures, creating a positive experience.
- Reduced stress for animals undergoing treatment, employing gentle handling techniques and creating calm environment.
- Prepared animals for surgery, including pre-operative care and post-operative monitoring.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Collected and prepared specimens and samples for outside laboratory analysis.
- Drawing blood for in house lab work or going out to the lab.
- Filling meds for patients.
- Placing catheters and connecting patients to fluids.
Animal Caretaker
San Diego Humane
11.2007 - 06.2021
- Assisted in feeding and caring for various animal species in a safe environment.
- Maintained cleanliness of animal habitats, ensuring compliance with health standards.
- Observed animal behavior to identify signs of distress or illness for timely reporting.
- Participated in routine health checks, supporting veterinary staff in monitoring animal well-being.
- Supported training sessions by helping socialize animals with positive reinforcement techniques.
- Documented daily activities and observations to maintain accurate care records for each animal.
- Engaged with visitors to provide educational information about animal care practices and welfare.
- Collaborated with team members to implement enrichment activities that promote physical and mental stimulation for animals.
- Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
- Maintained clean and safe living environments for animals by regularly cleaning enclosures and providing proper bedding materials.
- Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
- Prepared special diets for animals to accommodate specific health conditions and species-specific needs.
- Monitored animal health to quickly recognize signs of illness and injury, seeking necessary medical attention.
- Handled a variety of different species safely and confidently during routine care tasks such as feeding, grooming, medication administration, and enclosure maintenance.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Conducted regular health checks on animals under care, noting any changes in appearance or behavior that could indicate potential issues.
- Maintained equipment and facility to keep animal care environment and tools in good working order.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow caretakers and support staff to ensure comprehensive care for all animals within the facility.
- Provided daily nutrition to animals by preparing and distributing appropriate food portions according to species-specific needs.
Education
No Degree - Animal Field
Palomar College
EscondidoSkills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patient restraint
- Animal safety
- Medication administration
- Appointment scheduling
- Sample collection
- Euthanasia assistance
- Vaccine administration
- Reception duties
- Careful restraint
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Microchip administration
- Cash drawer balancing
- Team building
- Feline cat bag restraint
Accomplishments
- Completion of the Escondido Regional Occupation program Veterinary Assistant 1&2, 2007.
- Animal handling, 2008.
- HSUS EBI two day workshop, 2015
- San Diego Public Safety Training Institute at Miramar College, Peace Officer Orientation II Arrest Course, 2016.
Timeline
Room Tech
Countryside Veterinary Hospital
06.2021 - 04.2025
Animal Caretaker
San Diego Humane
11.2007 - 06.2021
No Degree - Animal Field
Palomar College
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