Victor Figueroa
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Technician with extensive experience at LeadER, skilled in surgical assistance and patient monitoring. Proven ability to provide compassionate care during euthanasia and enhance client satisfaction through effective communication. Committed to animal health, adept in administering medications and vaccinations, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Technician
LeadER
01.2025 - Current
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
Veterinarian Technician
Animal Health Center at Weston
05.2018 - Current
- Exercised strong attention to detail when monitoring and updating patient records, ensuring accurate documentation of treatment plans, medication administration, and test results.
- Assisted in dental cleanings and oral examinations, promoting good oral hygiene in pets.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely follow-up on their pets'' progress post-treatment, demonstrating genuine care for the well-being of their animals.
- Administered vaccinations and medications as prescribed by the veterinarian, safeguarding animal health.
Veterinary Technician
Animal Emergency and Urgent Care Center
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Contributed to team success by supporting colleagues when needed during emergencies or critical cases requiring additional assistance.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Veterinary Technician
Parkland Animal Clinic
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions about pet health and wellness.
Veterinary Technician
Summer Animal Hospital
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
Veterinary Technician
VCA Wiles Road
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Maintained clean examination rooms, equipment, and kennels to ensure a safe and sanitary environment for both patients and staff members.
- Scheduled appointments efficiently while prioritizing urgent cases appropriately based on severity of symptoms presented by pets.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
Veterinary Technician
VCA Indian Trace
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Veterinarian
Self Employed Services
08.2004 - 10.2016
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on advancements within the veterinary field.
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals.
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Established positive relationships with clients through clear communication about their pets'' healthcare needs and follow-up appointments.
- Performed surgical procedures for better animal health, including spaying, neutering, and orthopedic surgeries.
- Provided emergency services during after-hours situations for critical patient care when needed.
Relief Veterinarian
Asoguao
11.2004 - 01.2005
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
- Teamed with other veterinarians in large mixed practice to deliver care services.
- Performed both scheduled and emergent surgeries on small animals and exotic species.
Associate Veterinarian
Centro Canino San Diego
08.2004 - 11.2004
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Advised clients on end-of-life care options, providing compassionate support during emotionally challenging times.
- Assisted with emergency cases that required immediate attention, stabilizing critical patients before referral to specialized facilities when necessary.
- Educated pet owners on proper nutrition and exercise regimens, promoting long-term wellness for their animals.
Associate Veterinarian
Centro De Atencion a La Mascota
10.2003 - 07.2004
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
- Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
- Quarantined infected animals for specialized treatment to curtail disease spread.
- Euthanized animals humanely due to conditions such as cancer or advanced age.
- Dressed wounds and prescribed medication to prevent infection.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
Universidad Romulo Gallegos
Zaraza, Guarico - Venezuela11-2003
Integral Veterinarian - Veterinarian Medicine
Universidad Romulo Gallegos
Zaraza, Guarico - Venezuela11-2003
Skills
- Intravenous catheterization
- Medication administration
- Surgical assistance
- Surgical procedures and support
- Vaccine administration
- Medical history collection
- General anesthesia monitoring
- IV medication administration
- Intravenous injection
- Laboratory skills
- Surgical preparation
- Pharmacy duties
- Client education
- Anesthesia administration
- Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
- Treatment administration
- Suture removal
- Emergency and preventive care
- Medical record-keeping
- Fluid therapy
- Patient monitoring
- Patient positioning
- Intramuscular injection
- Dental procedures
- Wound treatment
- Vital signs
- Microscopy techniques
- Canine and feline intubation
- Emergency care
- Closed-chest CPR
- Wound management
- Veterinary medicine
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Effectively cut costs by [Number] by implementing stricter inventory management measures such as [topics].
Affiliations
- AVVE
- Colegio Veterinario de Carabobo
- Ministerio de Sanidad -Venezuela
- INSAI
Certification
- Veterinarian Degree
- CPR course Basic and Advanced procedure
- General anesthesia and monitoring in small animals
- General soft tisues
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
LeadER
01.2025 - Current
Veterinary Technician
Animal Emergency and Urgent Care Center
06.2024 - 01.2025
Veterinary Technician
Parkland Animal Clinic
01.2023 - 04.2024
Veterinary Technician
Summer Animal Hospital
06.2021 - 01.2023
Veterinary Technician
VCA Wiles Road
01.2020 - 06.2021
Veterinarian Technician
Animal Health Center at Weston
05.2018 - Current
Veterinary Technician
VCA Indian Trace
02.2018 - 01.2020
Relief Veterinarian
Asoguao
11.2004 - 01.2005
Veterinarian
Self Employed Services
08.2004 - 10.2016
Associate Veterinarian
Centro Canino San Diego
08.2004 - 11.2004
Associate Veterinarian
Centro De Atencion a La Mascota
10.2003 - 07.2004
Bachelor of Science - Veterinary Science
Universidad Romulo Gallegos
Integral Veterinarian - Veterinarian Medicine
Universidad Romulo Gallegos
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