Amanda Mottola
Brazilian-trained veterinarian with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and a passion for small animal care
About
Brazilian-trained veterinarian with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and a passion for small animal care. Compassionate, detail-oriented, and eager to learn while supporting veterinarians, technicians, clients, and their pets in a collaborative clinical environment.
Experience
Independent Veterinarian - Independent Veterinarian (Home Visits) - Porto Alegre, Brazil
(2021-08 - 2021-10)
- Provided a limited number of home veterinary visits for companion animals.
- Performed routine wellness examinations and vaccinations.
- Educated pet owners on preventive care and vaccination schedules.
Veterinary Intern - VET POA - Porto Alegre, Brazil
(2021-01 - 2021-07)
- Assisted veterinarians during consultations and surgical procedures.
- Provided nursing care for hospitalized patients.
- Administered medications under veterinary supervision.
- Assisted with diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Maintained accurate patient care and treatment support.
Veterinary Rehabilitation Intern - Mundo à Parte (Veterinary Rehabilitation Center) - Porto Alegre, Brazil
(2020-01 - 2021-07)
- Assisted veterinarians with small animal rehabilitation.
- Supported hydrotherapy, laser therapy, massage therapy, kinesiotherapy, and acupuncture sessions.
- Monitored patient comfort and progress during rehabilitation treatments.
- Assisted with patient handling and daily care.
Diagnostic Imaging Intern - Pronto Imagem (Veterinary Diagnostic Center) - Porto Alegre, Brazil
(2018-01 - 2020-01)
- Assisted with diagnostic imaging procedures for small animals.
- Prepared patients for radiographic examinations.
- Assisted veterinarians during imaging procedures.
- Maintained imaging equipment and examination areas.
Veterinary Observership - Toronto Veterinary Emergency Hospital (TVEH) - Toronto, ON
(2019-01 - 2019-01)
- Completed a two-week observership in the hospital.
- Observed emergency consultations and surgical procedures.
- Observed diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Gained exposure to Canadian veterinary hospital protocols and workflow.
Veterinary Intern - ULBRA Veterinary Hospital - Porto Alegre, Brazil
(2015-02 - 2015-07)
- Assisted veterinarians with consultations and patient care.
- Administered medications under veterinary supervision.
- Monitored patient vital signs.
Veterinary Intern - UniRitter Veterinary Hospital (HOVET) - Porto Alegre, Brazil
(2021-02 - 2021-07)
- Assisted veterinarians with consultations, surgeries, and hospitalized patient care.
- Administered medications (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous) under veterinary supervision.
- Collected blood samples and placed intravenous catheters under supervision.
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, including temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure.
- Assisted with physical examinations and diagnostic imaging procedures.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine - Veterinary Medicine - UniRitter – Centro Universitário Ritter dos Reis (2018 - 2021)
Advanced Diploma in Game Art - Game Art - George Brown College (2024 - 2026)
