Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Enlisted Soldier
US Army Reserve
08.2019 - Current
Maintained awareness of subordinates' personal problems and shortcomings, supporting personal and professional growth.
Maintained required level of proficiency in use of firearms.
Coordinated with unit leadership and direct superiors for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.
Prepared and submitted personnel, ordnance and operational reports.
Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
Animal Care Technician
U.S. Army Medical Command
10.2022 - 08.2023
Performed basic wound care and other medical aid, working with veterinarians to handle advanced cases.
Managed inventory, ordered new supplies and maintained optimal storage to meet expected needs.
Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
03.2020 - 04.2022
Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical and diagnostic procedures.
Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
Animal Care Specialist Trainee
US Army
10.2019 - 01.2020
Branch - 68T10 IET, 3 month Army training course that included physical exams, animal husbandry, radiology, urinalysis, hematology, parasitology, anesthesiology, and dentistry
Completed animals examinations and recorded pulse, respiration rate and temperature.
Supported animal surgeries by preparing animals, maintaining surgical equipment and monitoring animal condition after surgery.
Maintained patient charts by documenting information to reflect updated health issues and most recent medical treatment.
Collected, prepared and labeled samples for laboratory testing, culture and microscopic examination.
Neuter Clinic Volunteer
Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
02.2018 - 07.2019
Responsibilities consists of administering vaccines and pain medication, waking up animals from surgery, cleaning surgical tools, and cleaning cages/kennels
Adhered to policies and procedures to promote hospital mission and vision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA
06.2021
High School Diploma -
Rancho Verde Highschool
Moreno Valley, CA
05.2015
Skills
Time Management
Routine Examinations
Proper Animal Restraint
Veterinarian Assistance
Client Education
Prescription Filling
Emergency Response
Animal Euthanasia Assistance
Cleaning and Sanitizing
Patient Recordkeeping
Fecal, Urine and Blood Testing
Additional Information
Awards
, Distinguished Honor graduate - 68T10 Class 201-20
Army Achievement Medal
Golden Syringe Award