Alycia Castillo
Thornton
Summary
Experienced certified veterinary assistant with over seven years of hands-on animal care experience. Committed to professional development and staying current with industry advancements to provide the utmost care. Passionate about delivering high-quality service and making a positive impact on the well-being of animals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Sunshine Animal Hospital
07.2022 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Performed routine laboratory tests, including blood work and urinalysis, ensuring accurate results for diagnostics.
- Trained new veterinary assistants on protocols and best practices to enhance team efficiency.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Educated clients on preventive care measures such as vaccination schedules, heartworm prevention, flea/tick control, dental hygiene, and nutrition guidelines.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions about pet health and wellness.
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
04.2018 - 03.2022
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory analysis for parasites, blood analysis and culture
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures
- Placed endotracheal tube to deliver oxygen and anesthetic gas to patients requiring inhalant anesthesia during surgical procedures
- Perform dental cleaning procedures
- Canine/Feline behavior restraint
- Venipuncture and catheterization
- Administered intravenous, intramuscular, and subcutaneous injections
- Prepared estimates for care, and presented invoices and collected payment from clients
Server
Cheddar's Casual Cafe
11.2015 - 03.2020
- Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies
- Created orders, documented special requests and followed up with kitchen personnel to foster top-quality service and minimize complaints
- Checked identification to enforce age requirement for alcoholic beverages
Dog Daycare Attendant
Happy Dog Daycare
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Supervised daily activities for multiple dogs, ensuring safety and well-being.
- Administered basic grooming and hygiene tasks, maintaining cleanliness standards.
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Huron Animal Hospital
11.2017 - 12.2017
- Conducted preliminary patient workups including gathering patient history information, description of symptoms from owner, and documenting presenting condition
- Monitored canine and feline patients in post-operative care unit for anesthesia recovery, vital signs and activity levels
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions
- Set up surgery suite appropriately, prep surgery patients
Education
High School Diploma -
Thornton High School
3 2016
Certificate - Veterinary Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
11 2017
Skills
- Proficient in diagnostic assessments
- Venipuncture
- Aseptic surgical techniques
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Animal behavior
- Veterinary terminology
- Problem-solving abilities
- Verbal and written communication
- Accountable for tasks
- Client service excellence
- Safety and compliance
- Compassionate care
Timeline
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Sunshine Animal Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Certified Veterinary Assistant
Banfield Pet Hospital
04.2018 - 03.2022
Veterinary Assistant Intern
Huron Animal Hospital
11.2017 - 12.2017
Dog Daycare Attendant
Happy Dog Daycare
09.2017 - 01.2018
Server
Cheddar's Casual Cafe
11.2015 - 03.2020
Certificate - Veterinary Assistant
Pima Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
Thornton High School
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