April Ayala
Social Circle
Summary
Veterinary professional with experience in animal care, medical support, and client communication. Skilled in assisting with procedures, administering medications, and performing lab tests as well as animal grooming and kennel experience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
Pet Med Plus
05.2022 - Current
- Collected samples of bodily fluids to analyze for parasites or other diseases.
- Provided postoperative care for animals recovering from surgery including providing pain management treatments.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during medical procedures and administered basic first aid treatments when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment provided to animals including medical history files and vaccination certificates.
- Communicated with clients regarding their pet's health status or progress reports following a procedure or illness diagnosis.
- Dispensed prescription medications upon request from veterinarians.
- Prepared and reviewed records and consent forms.
Dog and Cat Stylist
PetSmart
12.2015 - Current
- Greeted customers upon arrival, while providing a safe and secure environment for pets.
- Maintained records of services provided to clients and their pets.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure safety standards were met.
- Trimmed nails, ears, and fur as needed to maintain pet hygiene.
- Performed bathing and brushing of pets using appropriate grooming products.
- Scheduled appointments with clientele for grooming services.
- Provided guidance on breed-specific styles according to customer requests.
- Educated owners on proper maintenance of their pet's coat between professional grooming services.
- Observed all safety protocols while administering treatments such as flea baths or medicated shampoos.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone or email in a friendly manner.
SHIFT LEADER
Cabana Grill
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Provided exceptional customer service and maintained a positive attitude throughout the shift.
- Ensured staff was properly trained on all aspects of their job duties, including safety protocols.
- Scheduled team members for shifts based on business needs and customer demand.
- Confirmed accuracy of daily sales reports before submitting them to management for review.
- Verified that cash drawers contained correct amounts of money during opening and closing shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Loganville High School
05.2012
Veterinary Technician - Animal Care
Penn Foster University
02-2027
Skills
- Reservation Management Systems
- Client Interaction
- Accurate Data Entry
- Effective Time Management
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
Pet Med Plus
05.2022 - Current
Dog and Cat Stylist
PetSmart
12.2015 - Current
SHIFT LEADER
Cabana Grill
01.2014 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Loganville High School
Veterinary Technician - Animal Care
Penn Foster University
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