OBJECTIVE:

To obtain employment as a veterinary technician so as to further my development as an animal specialist and to strengthen my skills in laboratory diagnostics. I plan to use these skills in pursuit of my career objective to become a licensed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.

EDUCATION:

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN BIOLOGY, Miami-Dade Community College, Miami, Florida, May 2000.
Currently pursuing Bachelors of Science Degree at Florida International University. Biology major, Chemistry minor, Pre-veterinary medicine specialization, with intended graduation date of May 2004.

EXPERIENCE:

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN, The Bird and Animal Hospital of Pinecrest, 12521 S. Dixie Highway, Pinecrest, Florida.  Dr. Thomas Goldsmith, (305) 259-6677.  Executed radiographic procedures and manual X-ray development. Administered anesthesia, vaccinations, injections, and treatments. Performed intubations prior to surgery. Monitored patients during surgical procedures. Collected and analyzed in house diagnostics of blood, fecal, urine, and tissue samples. Prepared and recorded samples to be sent to outside laboratories for analysis. Rendered physical examination of patients. Monitored and recorded animal health and behavior. Created and updated treatment charts. Dispensed and mixed medications. Assisted with darting, chemical restraint, and transport of primates in the field. Helped with and performed necropsies. Organized and sent out samples to reference laboratories for histological analysis.

 FEBRUARY 2001 - MAY 2002
 

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN, Knowles Emergency Clinic, Snapper Creek, 1000 N.W. 27th Avenue, Miami, Florida. Dr. Manuel Morales, (305) 279-2323.
Stabilized animals upon admittance. Placed intravenous catheters and administered fluid therapy. Informed presiding doctor of animals’ health conditions. Performed euthanasia when necessary. Set up, conducted, and reported echocardiograms. Prepared and sterilized surgical packs and surgical suites. Assessed temperature, pulse, and respiration of animals. Instructed employees during radiographic procedures and X-ray film development. Sutured superficial wounds and incisions. Expressed bladders of and performed enemas on debilitated patients. Placed and sutured in urinary catheters and drains. Administered  subcutaneous, intravenous, intraperitoneal, intramuscular, and intracardial injections. Carried out urinalysis, blood smears, and parasitology analyses. Directed and trained new employees on emergency protocols.

OCTOBER 1999 - JANUARY 2001
 

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN/KENNEL SUPERVISOR, Grove-Gables Animal Hospital, Coral Gables, Florida. Dr. Kendra Healy, (719) 439-0645.
Conducted dental cleaning and tooth extractions. Prepared and logged diagnostic tests for outside laboratory analysis. Performed in house fecal floats and blood smears. Stained slides for diagnostic analysis. Assisted Veterinarian during physical exams and surgeries. Administered vaccines, medications, and subcutaneous fluids without supervision. Supported in physical and chemical restraint of animals. Monitored and oversaw health and behavior of animals. Sanitized kennels and exam rooms. Oversaw and followed through with special food and water requirements of animals during boarding. Bathed, groomed, and walked animals. Updated and filed animal charts and records. Assessed supplies. Supervised and trained kennel employees. Scheduled appointments.

AUGUST 1998 - SEPTEMBER 1999
 

ACTIVITIES AND AWARDS:

Awarded the “Most Valuable Employee” certificate at Knowles Emergency Clinic. Member of the Honors College at Florida International University. Founder and President of Phi Sigma - Biological Sciences Honor Society at FIU. Member of Alpha Epsilon Delta, Pre-Health Honor Society, at FIU. Awarded Kaplan scholarship and recognized as one of the most active members of Alpha Epsilon Delta. Proficient in Spanish