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DANIELA CRUZ

Melbourne,Australia

Summary

Dedicated graduate veterinarian with over a year of small animal care experience, seeking a Veterinary Nurse role. Driven to deliver excellence in patient care and client support with a collaborative and empathetic approach, committed to continuous learning, building trusting relationships, and maintaining high standards in all situations.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Doctor

Veterinary Vet Center
, Colombia
04.2022 - 06.2023
  • Conducted clinical consultations by performing physical examinations, diagnosing health conditions, educating on treatment protocols and general procedures, and managing post-treatment follow-ups, with a strong emphasis on preventive care and client education.
  • Prescribed medication and provided instructions for at-home care.
  • Assisted in laboratory testing such as blood work, urinalysis and fecal analysis.
  • Responded to emergency calls after regular business hours for critical cases.
  • Administered and monitored anaesthesia, provided surgical assistance, performed intraoperative monitoring, and ensured post-anaesthetic care
  • Hospitalization monitoring, maintaining accurate records of patient status, interventions and medication using electronic medical record software systems.
  • Managed social media accounts by creating engaging content to promote clinic services and educate clients on pet care
  • Supported front-desk operations, delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining strong client relationships

Veterinary intern

Incubadora Santander
, Colombia
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Conducted thorough necropsies to determine causes of mortality, ensuring proper collection and documentation of tissue samples
  • Assisted in coordinating and overseeing farm staff, providing guidance and support to ensure optimal farm operations
  • Managed records, vaccination logs and treatment histories
  • Analyse data to identify trends, monitor flock health, and support decision-making on interventions

Vet Assistant

Veterinary Clinic Los Perritos
, Colombia
11.2020 - 06.2021
  • Assisted veterinarians during surgeries by preparing patients, handling equipment, and monitoring vital signs
  • Prepared the operating room before surgeries and cleaned it afterward to maintain a sterile and organized environment
  • Monitored hospitalized patients by regularly checking their vitals and documenting treatments
  • Supported veterinarians in managing ongoing treatment plans
  • Collected patient samples, labeled them accurately, and sent them to the laboratory for analysis, maintaining adherence to protocols to guarantee sample integrity
  • Ensured the patient receives attentive care for their comfort

Education

Bachelor's degree - Veterinary Medicine

University of Santander
04.2022

General English -

Greenwich College
09.2024

Certificate IV - Leadership and Management

Greenwich College
10.2024

Skills

  • Small animal medicine and preventive care
  • Anaesthesia monitoring and surgical assistance
  • Clinical consultations
  • Medication administration
  • Catheter placement
  • Social media management and client communication
  • Record keeping and data analysis
  • Surgical support
  • Ultrasound skills
  • Animal handling
  • Sample collection
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication

Passions

  • Clarinet
  • Cooking
  • Movies
  • Music
  • Photography

Languages

English: Proficient

Spanish: Native

Timeline

Veterinary Doctor

Veterinary Vet Center
04.2022 - 06.2023

Veterinary intern

Incubadora Santander
09.2021 - 04.2022

Vet Assistant

Veterinary Clinic Los Perritos
11.2020 - 06.2021

Bachelor's degree - Veterinary Medicine

University of Santander

General English -

Greenwich College

Certificate IV - Leadership and Management

Greenwich College
DANIELA CRUZ