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Education
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Jilla Chamanbahar

Englewood

Summary

Passionate and reliable individual with a strong interest in animal care. Talent for fostering positive environments and dedicated to making a difference in shelter medicine and community outreach efforts. Well-versed in basic animal health and welfare practices, adept at handling animals and assisting with medical procedures. Eager to raise awareness and provide assistance to underserved communities, enhancing the well-being of animals and supporting veterinary staff in delivering top-notch care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Veterinary assistant

Coal Mine Animal Hospital
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Educated pet owners on care and post-treatment protocols, accurately maintained patient records and medical charts, prepared exam rooms by sterilizing instruments, and assisted veterinarians with animal restraint, procedures, and basic lab tests.

Receptionist/ veterinary assistant

Cottage Veterinary Hospital
02.2021 - 10.2022
  • Built trust with pet owners through clear client communication
  • Managed scheduling, phone support, prescription refills, and client education using AVImark
  • Assisted with clinical tasks: animal restraint, blood draws, vaccine administration, and basic lab testing

Laboratory assistant

Phiel Laboratory at University of Colorado Denver
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Worked towards creating a homemade Master mix solution to minimize more than 50% of the cost of projects.
  • Advanced skills in qPCR, PCR, and gel electrophoresis to test the homemade Master mix solution.
  • Presented results at the 23rd annual research and creative activities symposium, virtually.

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine
05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Biology with a Pre-Vet emphasis and Chemistry minor

University of Colorado Denver
Denver, CO
12.2021

Skills

  • Client communication
  • Patient restraint
  • Animal safety
  • Compassionate care

Certification

  • Fear Free Certified Professional in Shelter Program - April 10, 2025
  • Fear Free Certified Veterinary Professional - May 19, 2025

Accomplishments

  • 23rd Annual Research and Creative Activities Symposium | Denver, CO - May 1, 2020
  • Exploring a method to create a Master mix solution from its individual components to determine relative amplification of genes.

Affiliations

  • Student Chapter of the Association of Shelter Veterinarians (SCASV) - Present
  • E-board member, secretary of SCASV from August 2024 – May 2025
  • Recorded detailed meeting minutes, maintained accurate club records, managed correspondence, and facilitated clear communication between members and the executive board.
  • Student American Veterinary Medical Association (SAVMA) - August 2022 - Present
  • Humane Society Veterinary Medicine Association (HSVMA) - Present
  • Persian Student Association - August 2022 - Present

Languages

American Sign Language
Full Professional

Timeline

Veterinary assistant

Coal Mine Animal Hospital
10.2022 - 05.2023

Receptionist/ veterinary assistant

Cottage Veterinary Hospital
02.2021 - 10.2022

Laboratory assistant

Phiel Laboratory at University of Colorado Denver
10.2019 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biology with a Pre-Vet emphasis and Chemistry minor

University of Colorado Denver

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -

St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine
Jilla Chamanbahar