SHELLY 869 Clopper Rd.

Gaithersburg, MD
(240) 676-7182

PANIAGUA shelly.paniagua25@gmail.com

SUMMARY
Passionate and caring veterinary technician with over 13 years of experience working in a busy
and fast-paced small animal practice. Eager to support Blue Pearl Specialty Practice in its mission
to provide convenient care that will improve quality of life for patients. In my present role, I have
mastered many medical and behavior techniques, trained new employees, and lead the OSHA
safety program.

EXPERIENCE
Lead Veterinary Technician | Petvacx Animal Hospital
MARCH 2007 – PRESENT
Responsibilities include:
• Triaging, admitting, and treating patients under a veterinary doctor’s supervision.
• Assisting in surgical procedures, surgical prep, anesthesia monitoring and post-op
care/recovery.
• Preforming routine dental prophylaxis, dental radiographs, and charting
• Packing and sterilizing surgical instruments using an autoclave.
• Monitoring and providing treatment to hospitalized patients including collecting lab
specimens and preparing in-house laboratory tests.
• Performing and interpreting routine diagnostic tests such as cytology and fecal gram
stains
• Educating clients on medication administration, husbandry, and post-op care.
Receptionist | Hyatt Building Services
JUNE 2005 – FEBRUARY 2007
Responsibilities include:
• Administrative support, checking in with property managers, scheduling inspections,
handling complaints, processed payments.
• Inventory management, supply orders and deliveries.
• Managing employee schedule, payroll, and workers comp.

SKILLS
• Placing IV catheters
• Blood draws •
• Excellent multi-tasker
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Problem solving
• Leadership skills
• Teamwork and collaboration

EDUCATION
Seeking Degree in Animal Science | San Juan College
2020 – 2024

High School Diploma | Colonel Zodak High School

2001 – 2005

LANGUAGES
English – Advanced
Spanish – Advanced
Portuguese- Intermediate

INTERESTS & HOBBIES

I enjoy playing co-ed soccer, traveling to different countries to learn about cultures, and spending
my time outdoors by kayaking, hiking, or cruising on my motorcycle.

References available upon request