Ava Tavares

Veterinary Technician with hands-on experience supporting medical and surgical care in clinical settings. Proficient in veterinary surgical procedures, veterinary and medical terminology, patient care, specimen collection, and client communication, with leadership experience training and guiding team members. Focused on applying clinical skills and critical thinking to improve animal outcomes while transitioning knowledge toward broader human healthcare and public health initiatives.

Veterinary Assistant - TLC Animal Hospital - Woonsocket, RI

(2025-04)

• Assisted in opening the first veterinary practice in Woonsocket, RI.
• Lead Veterinary Technician.
• Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
• Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
• Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
• Assisted veterinarian during medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.

Veterinary Assistant - North Attleboro Animal Clinic - North Attleboro, MA

(2025-04)

• Social media manager
• Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
• Assisted senior staff with blood analyses and physical assessments.
• Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
• Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
• Assisted veterinarian during immunologic, medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures.

Server - Tavern in the Square - Wrentham, MA

(2024-05)

• Lead Trainer
• Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
• Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
• Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
• Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.

Server/Waitress - Applebee's - Seekonk, MA

(2021-11 - 2024-05)

• Lead Trainer
• Provided a welcoming atmosphere and met customer needs.
• Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
• Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.

Hostess and To-Go Specialist - Applebee's - Seekonk, MA

(2021-11 - 2024-05)

• Lead Trainer
• Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
• Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and updating reservation logs simultaneously.

Dermatology Physician Assistant Shadow - Dermatology & Cosmetic Laser Center - Huntington, NY

(2024-05 - 2024-05)

• Observed dermatologic exams and procedures, documenting clinical findings and treatment plans for accurate records.
• Shadowed dermatologic procedures, gaining hands-on exposure to procedural technique and safety protocols.
• Reviewed patient charts and treatment outcomes, identifying opportunities for improved follow-up and adherence.

Veterinarian Shadow - North Attleboro Animal Clinic - North Attleboro, MA

(2025-03 - 2025-04)

• Observed surgical procedures and assisted with patient prep improving clinic efficiency and patient flow.

Bachelor of Science - Nursing - University of Connecticut (2023-08 - 2024-05)

Bachelor of Science - Health Science - Rhode Island College (2024-08 - 2025-05)

Bachelor of Science - Health Science - Johnson & Wales University-Providence (2025-08)

High School Diploma - Saint Raphael Academy (2019-08 - 2023-06)