ERIKA C. VEGA
Chula Vista, CA 91915
619-***-**** **************@*****.***
SUMMARY
A responsible and compassionate veterinary assistant and dog handler dedicated to promoting the humane treatment of animals while providing support to veterinary doctors and technicians. Experience working in a team environment and extensive background in professional cleaning methods. Strives to continue learning new routines and practice to provide the utmost care in a full-time role.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma, Olympian High School 2012
Veterinary Assistant Certificate, Pima Medical Institute 2017
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Animal Restraint
Vaccine Administration
Basic Pharmacology
Radiology
Clinic Maintenance
Patient Monitoring
Medicine Administration
WORK HISTORY
Veterinary Assistant 2017- 2019
Otay Pet Vets, Chula Vista, CA
Administering vaccines and collecting fecal, blood and urine samples for examination and analysis.
Assisting veterinary doctors during physical examinations.
Assist customers by phone, including scheduling appointments, treatments, and leaving voicemails.
Restrain of animals (dog and cat)
Manage, fill, and maintaining inventory of prescriptions.
Maintain a clean work environment.
Educate clients on various diseases and proper drug administration.
Monitor animals recovering from surgery.
Dog Handler Nov 2019-Aug 2020
Dr. Boyd’s Pet Resort, San Diego, CA
Check In/Out
Cleaning of facility
Feeding
Walking
Dog Supervision
Medicine administration
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Intern - Chula Vista Animal Care Facility 2017
Intern - Otay Pet Vets 2017