Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Accomplishments
Publications
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Zenaide González Sandoval

Salisbury,MD

Summary


Veterinary professional with comprehensive understanding of clinical veterinary practices and history of ensuring optimal animal health outcomes. Known for effective communication and adaptability in fast-paced environments, consistently contributing to team success and patient care excellence. Skilled in diagnostics, treatment planning, and client education, coupled with strong commitment to collaborative problem-solving.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Veterinarian

PetsER
06.2024 - Current
  • Performed emergency surgeries (pyometra, exploratory laparotomy, splenectomy, cystotomy, dystocia, etc.)
  • Effectively diagnosed and treated emergency cases (urethral obstructions, respiratory cases, toxicity, seizures, vomiting, diarrhea, DKA); improving patient outcome. Handled at times 2 or more emergency cases at the same time
  • Effectively treated urgent care cases
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of treatment regimens over time through careful monitoring of patient progress, adjusting plans as needed to promote optimal recovery.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing compassionate care to pets and clear communication to pet owners regarding treatment options.

Relief Veterinarian

Banfield Animal Hospital
01.2025 - Current
  • Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment. M
  • Managed medication administration, dispensed prescriptions and replenished inventory, carefully accounting for controlled substances.
  • Gathered pet health histories and symptoms to identify root cause of medical issues.
  • Provided preventative care and educated on its importance
  • Handled complex medical cases with utmost professionalism while adhering strictly to industry standards and best practices for veterinary care.

Veterinary Technician

Edgewater Pet Clinic
11.2018 - 01.2020
  • Developed strong relationships with clients by providing excellent customer service and communicating effectively about the health of their pets.
  • Monitored vital signs such as heart rate, temperature and respiration during surgery or other treatments.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using veterinary software programs.
  • Reviewed vaccination records and prepared and administered shots according to clinic protocol.
  • Performed laboratory procedures such as hematology, urinalysis and parasite identification.
  • Coordinated appointments for patients while ensuring efficient workflow in the clinic.

Pet sitter/Dog walker
03.2018 - 01.2020
  • Demonstrated ability to provide loving care and companionship to animals while their owners are away.
  • Exhibited excellent communication skills when informing pet owners of any issues or concerns regarding their pets' health and well-being.
  • Developed expertise in providing food, water, and medications as needed according to instructions.

Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital
02.2018 - 01.2020
  • Take and run samples of bloodwork, urine, skin impressions, ear swabs, fecal, radiographs, and other diagnostic testing
  • Take patients' history and make complete notes on their records
  • Educated and advised clients on animal health care, nutrition, and behavior problems.
  • Monitored animals recovering from surgery and notified veterinarians of any unusual changes and symptoms.
  • Performed dental work (cleaning and polishing)
  • Collaborated with veterinary team to perform emergency treatment upon sick and injured animals.

PetCare Associate

PetSmart
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Associate of the Month: February 2016
  • Transferred from Puerto Rico to Miami
  • Performed routine cleaning tasks such as changing bedding, replenishing food and water dishes, sweeping floors and washing cages.
  • Educated customers about responsible pet ownership through informative conversations and literature distribution.
  • Assisted customers in selecting the right pet supplies, food and toys for their pets according to their individual needs.
  • Conducted daily health checks on all animals to detect any signs of illness or injury.

J.R., Inc. Dairy Farm
06.2013 - 08.2013
  • Assisted the veterinarian every two weeks to determine pregnancy or diseases.
  • Fed calves with bottles or buckets after separation from mothers. Administered medications as needed to maintain herd health

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
St Kitts & Nevis
05.2024

Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences

University of Puerto Rico Mayagüez Campus
05.2015

Skills

  • Software skills (Covetrus: avimark/eVetPractice/VIA)
  • Oral and Handwritten Skills
  • Client communication
  • Ability to learn quickly
  • Compassionate care
  • Laboratory interpretation

Certification

  • RECOVER CPR Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support
  • Fear Free Certified
  • FAMACHA - certificate for scoring anemia in goats to determine if treatment for intestinal parasites is necessary
  • Certificate for participating in a Diversity of Invertebrates Workshop during the summer of 2012

Languages

Fully bilingual in Spanish and English
French: Basic Knowledge

Accomplishments

  • Alpha Zeta Fraternity, Secretary, 08/2012-08/2013

Publications

2ND place in poster presentation in Symposium of Mycology discussing research related to Phytopathogenic fungi in Eryngium foetidum.

Timeline

Relief Veterinarian

Banfield Animal Hospital
01.2025 - Current

Emergency Veterinarian

PetsER
06.2024 - Current

Veterinary Technician

Edgewater Pet Clinic
11.2018 - 01.2020

Pet sitter/Dog walker
03.2018 - 01.2020

Veterinary Assistant

Banfield Pet Hospital
02.2018 - 01.2020

PetCare Associate

PetSmart
01.2015 - 01.2018

J.R., Inc. Dairy Farm
06.2013 - 08.2013

Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences

University of Puerto Rico Mayagüez Campus

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine

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