Aida I. López Rafols
Summary
Recent collage graduate with a bachelor's degree in Agricultural Sciences in Animal Science. Future DVM candidate, eager to keep learning and growing in the veterinary field. Attentive and passionate about promoting animal health with strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individual settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Vets4PR Sterilization Event
Mayagüez
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Helped with the preparation and assembly of medical equipment before the event.
- Assisted in the Instrument area scrubbing, counting and packing surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
- Collected surgical instruments from operation table and made sure every instrument was returned.
- Handled clean cages to volunteers in the Recovery area.
Student Volunteer
Equus Pet Clinic
Caguas
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians during treatments and examinations, restraining animals and handing instruments.
- Restocked and sanitized exam rooms for ample supplies and disease control.
- Interpreted lab results for heartworm testing, parasites and skin scrapings.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Recorded weight, temperature, heart rate and other vitals.
Voluntary Worker
Tai Hay Farm LLC.
Lajas
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Promoted safe animal handling practices, offering food and cleaning animal enclosures.
- Observed animals for unusual symptoms indicative of medical problems, reporting issues to the administrator.
- Butchered lamb carcasses to remove unwanted components and prepared the meat for further processing.
- Vacuum-packed and labeled products for institutional use or sale to consumers.
Chapter President
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Mayagüez
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Led board meetings by setting agendas and prioritizing engaging events to recognize the achievements and contributions of members.
- Listened members suggestions and arranged seminars by well-known public speakers on professional development issues.
- Organized community service events and gathered donations to give back to our community.
Internship Student
Safari 4 U
Chintsa
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Treated animal injuries and diseases and studied sickness transmission.
- Contributed to a commercial mass capture and assisted in a wildlife game capture.
- Administered intramuscular and subcutaneous injections in dogs, sheep, goat and cattle.
- Reinforced my skills in various suturing techniques and performed procedures like castrating and docking sheep tails.
Private Dog Sitter
Self employed
01.2022 - Current
- Walked dogs regularly to promote exercise and maintain proper health and fitness.
- Offered every owner exceptional customer service and support as well as top-notch care to each animal.
- Played with the dog to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
Sales Associate and Cashier
Zara
San Juan
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Assist customers at checkout with sales, returns and other transactions using POS system.
- Resolved and de-escalated issues to address customer concerns.
- Arranged and replenished displays and merchandise rack to maintain store appearance.
- Delivered high level of customer service using active listening and engagement skills.
Student Volunteer
Horse & Pony's Inc.
Las Piedras
11.2020 - 11.2020
- Assisted with bathing and brushing to keep animals clean, attractive and comfortable.
- Walked animals in assigned area to complete daily enrichment.
- Fed and watered animals and spot-cleaned kennels to meet animal needs and maintain sanitary facilities.
Student Volunteer
Spayathon
Mayagüez
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Shadowed Veterinary professionals during examinations to learn best approaches.
- Collaborated in cat post-operative recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and progress.
- Administrated Frontline, cleaned ears, trimmed nails and made sure the animal was ready for discharge.
- Washed, counted, and packaged surgical instruments and drapes for autoclave sterilization.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Sciences in Animal Science
University of Puerto Rico
Mayagüez06.2023
Skills
- Bilingual
- Leadership
- Ability to work under pressure
- Adaptability
- Responsible
- Productive
- Problem-solving
- Communication Skills
- Deadline Adherence
- Honest and Dependable
Certification
- Certified Pet CPR & First Aid, Fire Rescue - 2022-2024
- Honor Recognition in UPRM - 2019-2023
Leadership
- President of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars at UPRM - 2022-2023
- Social Media Manager for The National Society of Collegiate Scholars at UPRM - 2021-2022
- Social Media Manager for Happy Paws at UPRM -2019-2020
Organizations
- Círculo de Pre-Veterinaria - 2019-2023
- The National Society of Collegiate Scholars - 2020-2023
Timeline
Volunteer
Vets4PR Sterilization Event
10.2023 - 10.2023
Student Volunteer
Equus Pet Clinic
07.2023 - Current
Voluntary Worker
Tai Hay Farm LLC.
01.2023 - 04.2023
Chapter President
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
08.2022 - 05.2023
Internship Student
Safari 4 U
06.2022 - 07.2022
Private Dog Sitter
Self employed
01.2022 - Current
Sales Associate and Cashier
Zara
05.2021 - 07.2021
Student Volunteer
Horse & Pony's Inc.
11.2020 - 11.2020
Student Volunteer
Spayathon
02.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Sciences in Animal Science
University of Puerto Rico
- Certified Pet CPR & First Aid, Fire Rescue - 2022-2024
- Honor Recognition in UPRM - 2019-2023
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