RAQUEL CRISTINA RAMA SORRILHA
Telheiro-Leiria
Summary
Experienced in animal healthcare with a focus on patient care and clinical support, contributing to a well-functioning veterinary team. Skilled in patient monitoring, surgical assistance, and medication administration to ensure optimal care for animals.
Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, prioritizing attention to detail and empathy. Seeking to leverage strong communication and problem-solving skills in a new field to contribute effectively to a dynamic team.
Knowledge of veterinary protocols and effective communication skills that help maintain a seamless and efficient clinical environment. Willingness to take on added responsibilites to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Volunteer Work
04.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Strengthened community bonds, participating in interfaith dialogues and events.
Clinical Training
Veterinary Nurse Intern
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Provided compassionate care for hospitalized animals, administering medications as needed and monitoring their condition.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to established protocols for infection control and hazardous materials handling.
- Demonstrated excellent restraint techniques ensuring the safety of both animals and staff during examinations or procedures.
- Improved clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and laboratory spaces.
- Assisted veterinarians during emergency situations providing critical support including administering life-saving medications or performing CPR on animals experiencing cardiac arrest.
- Collaborated with veterinary team members to develop individualized patient treatment plans based on case histories and clinical findings.
- Contributed to successful surgeries through precise preparation of patients, instruments, and equipment.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with surgical procedures and treatments.
- Supported veterinarians in diagnostic procedures such as taking x-rays and collecting samples for laboratory testing.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
Volunteer
Veterinary Nursing Student Volunteer
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
Intern
Curricular Internship
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Managed daily operations of the stable, including feeding schedules, cleaning stalls, and maintaining equipment inventory.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Kept animals clean and free of contaminants to promote optimal health.
- Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
- Maintained equipment and facility to keep animal care environment and tools in good working order.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Volunteered to help with special events of varying degrees of complexity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Escola Secundária Francisco Rodrigues Lobo
Leiria, Portugal10.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Horse Management, Therapeutic And Leisure Riding
Escola Superior Agrária
Coimbra07-2022
Skills
- Fast learner
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly and professional
- Attention to detail
- Patient monitoring
- Surgical assistance
- Pharmacy knowledge
- Animal behavior
- Multitasking Abilities
Languages
Portuguese
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Upper intermediate (B2)
German
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Volunteer
Volunteer Work
04.2025 - 04.2025
Clinical Training
Veterinary Nurse Intern
03.2025 - 04.2025
Volunteer
Veterinary Nursing Student Volunteer
02.2025 - 04.2025
Intern
Curricular Internship
03.2022 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Escola Secundária Francisco Rodrigues Lobo
Associate of Applied Science - Horse Management, Therapeutic And Leisure Riding
Escola Superior Agrária
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