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William Pena

William Pena

Orlando,FL

Summary

Hard working and adaptable, being able to quickly integrate into any professional environment, encouraging smooth team collaboration. Dedicated veterinary assistant intern with hands-on experience at Your Family Veterinarian and Pou's Veterinary Group, skilled in laboratory testing and animal handling. Enhanced patient care through effective teamwork and meticulous organization, ensuring efficient clinic operations. Proficient in vaccine administration and diagnostic procedures, contributing to improved treatment outcomes, and a supportive environment for both animals and staff.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Assistant Volunteer

Pou Veterinary Group
08.2021 - 06.2024
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Helped with training of new veterinary assistants and support staff to improve individuals' capabilities.
  • Managed kennel duties responsibly ensuring cleanliness comfort safety nutrition hydration exercise monitoring recovering boarding animals.
  • Aided in pulling blood and running diagnostic tests.
  • Ran and read fecal and ear cytology diagnostics

Veterinary Assistant Intern

Your Family Veterinarian
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Handled laboratory tasks such as preparing samples for testing, running bloodwork analysis machines, and recording results for veterinarian review.
  • Ran and read fecal and ear cytology diagnostic
  • Supported veterinarians with diagnostic tests to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plans for patients.
  • Improved clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, surgical suites, and animal housing facilities.
  • Enhanced patient care by providing assistance in examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
  • Facilitated smooth daily operations by maintaining equipment and stocking necessary supplies throughout the clinic.
  • Safely restrained animals during examinations or procedures to minimize stress levels while protecting both patients and staff members from injury risks.

Education

No Degree -

John A Ferguson Senior High School
Miami, FL

High School Diploma -

School For Advanced Studies - South
Miami, FL
06-2025

Associate of Arts -

Miami Dade College
Miami, FL
06-2025

Skills

  • Animal handling expertise
  • Team collaboration
  • Animal restraint techniques
  • Vaccine administration
  • Laboratory testing techniques
  • Sample collection methods
  • Physical examination assistance
  • Nail trimming
  • Medication administration
  • Vaccinations
  • Supply restocking
  • Medication labeling

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual