Veterinary Assistant Animal Care
Resume:
Alecia Espinoza
Topeka, KS *****
***********@*****.***
Work Experience
Veterinary Assistant
Topeka Veterinary Hospital - Topeka, KS
March 2021 to January 2022
1. Assisting veterinarian in exam rooms,
radiographs, prep for and helping during
surgeries, putting together sterile packs, performing dentals on both dogs and cats, laser therapy treatment, fluid therapy, suture removals, euthanasias, help the veterinarian with measurements on teeth charts, ECG/BP monitoring, trimming nails, ear cleans, anal glands expressions. I help draw up blood for tests. Administering medications/ prescription refills as well as entering medications in controlled drug log form. I have experience working with AviMark, IDEXX, Catalyst One . Running and reading urinalysis samples. Prepping fecal tests. Proper Restrain for animals. Answering phone calls and scheduling appointments. Housekeeping duties, admits and discharge patients. Pretty well knowledgeable about ingredients in iVet and Science Diet foods. Administrating medicines. A great team leader. Always reliable. I have a big passion for animals and making sure that clients feel safe and comfortable as well as expanding their knowledge about their furry friends. Co Lead Teacher
Christ the King Early Education Center - Topeka, KS September 2020 to March 2021
• Assist the teacher with diapers, help serve breakfast, lunch, and snacks
• Made lesson plans and lead creative play and crafts
• Served as class leaded when needed
• Make sure to keep parents informed about supplies that are needed and activities that were done throughout the day
• Prepared monthly newsletter
• Responded to parent inquiries and gave progress reports Receptionist
Animal Care Center - Topeka, KS
July 2020 to August 2020
• Answered phone calls
• Checked patients in and out
• Helped Veterinarian by weighing patients, checking them in, updating medical history
• Stocked medicines
• Filled medications
• Fax/ copy/ print paperwork
• Called patients' owners as follow-up to visit
• Restocked food and medications
• Processed payments for services
• Balanced money out at the end of the day
Para-Educator
USD 437 Farley Elementary School - Topeka, KS
August 2017 to May 2020
• I assist in educating Pre-School age children with medical disabilities and/ or behavioral issues
• Help with physical therapy, feeding, and classroom instruction
• Physical duties include lifting children, setting up mobility assistance devices, and occasional restraining
• I employ some ASL sign language in dealing with non-verbal students
• I work with a team of 4 people in this position
• Often must do on-the-spot problem solving for health and safety of students
• It is necessary for me to consult with parents on children's needs and progress Special Education Para-Educator
USD 501 Ross Elementary School - Topeka, KS
October 2016 to June 2017
• I work one-on-one with special needs children
• Help adapt lesson plans and assignments to fit Special Ed. Students
• Use Spanish and Sign Language, on a limited basis, when needed to communicate
• Monitor classes when teachers are not present
• I am flexible when needed to cover other duties or classes
• I communicate well with my coworkers to foster teamwork and meet objectives Para-Educator
USD 501 Chase Middle School - Topeka, KS
August 2016 to October 2016
* Assists teachers of 6th-8th grade middle school classes
* Provide instruction in subjects of 6th-7th grade Math, 8th grade Algebra & History, and 6th & 7th grade Reading
* Assists with 7th grade Science
* Performs one-on-one instruction with Special Education students in Math & Reading
* Follows special accommodation instructions Individual Education Plans (IEP) for Special Ed. Students
* Record and file statistical information on student achievements
* Current wage, $13.51
Para-Educator
USD 501 Robinson Middle School - Topeka, KS
August 2013 to May 2016
* Assisted teachers of 6th-8th grade middle school classes
* Provided instruction in subjects of 6th-7th grade Math, 8th Grade Algebra, and 6th Grade English
* As of 2014, assisted mainly with 7th grade English, did 8th and 6th grade English, as needed
* Performed one-on-one instruction with Special Education students in Math & English
* Followed special accommodation instructions for Special Ed. Students
* Recorded and kept statistical information on student achievements
* Helped train staff for school's Chrome Books program
* Starting wage $9.35, $12.86 when I transferred
Intake Specialist
Helping Hands Humane Shelter - Topeka, KS
February 2013 to July 2013
• Receiving & registering animals brought in from Animal Control and general public
• Under Staff Veterinarian oversight, vaccinated, drew blood, performed parvo tests, sedated animals and calculated medicine dosages
• Trained with Veterinarians in assisting in procedure for euthanizing animals
• Took incoming calls for lost or found animals and educated callers on shelter's procedures for surrendering animals
• Administered daily medications to housed animals
• Used fetch-pole for unruly animals
• Cleaned animal areas, as needed
• Starting wage $7.25
• Left because disagreement over on-the-job injury Waitress
Quinton's Bar & Deli - Topeka, KS
August 2011 to November 2011
* Took food & drink orders
* Delivered food to customers
* Hostess
* Bussed tables
* Starting wage $2.66 + tips
* Left due to poor/lax management
Kennel Aide
Companion Animal Clinic - Topeka, KS
October 2010 to April 2011
* Walking dogs
* Feeding animals
* Cage cleaning and general housekeeping
* Starting wage $8.00
* Left for a job with more hours
Education
High school diploma in Veterinary Technician
Penn-Foster Online - Scranton, PA
January 2014 to October 2014
Certificates in Kansas childcare Training
University of Kansas - Manhattan, KS
January 2013 to February 2013
Early Childhood Education
Washburn University - Topeka, KS
September 2011 to December 2012
Diploma
Hayden High School - Topeka, KS
September 2007 to May 2011
Skills
• Special Education
• Special Needs
• Teaching
• Medical terminology
• Veterinary Assistant
• Kennel Experience
• Animal Restraint
• Veterinary Technician Experience
• Behavioral Therapy
• Animal Care
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