María Del Rocío Soto Jiménez

Work History

Department of Zoonoses, Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Be present in meetings where all the work and activities of the week were discussed, including the new ideas and projects of the main topics of the zoonosis department.
Worked in a project, 'Brucellosis in the Americas'.

Laboratory and Pharmacy INMUNOVET, Costa Rica

Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
Managed risk by developing and implementing effective risk management strategies.
Supervised cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment to prevent errors and breakdowns.
Recorded known control values from technical instruments to boost reliability and accuracy in test results reporting.
Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
Handled administrative tasks for laboratory staff and overall operations.
Prepared test samples and obtained and recorded test data in accordance with standards.
Performed daily housekeeping tasks driving efficient laboratory operations.

Explained disease and condition diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment options to pet and animal owners to provide information for decision-making concerning care.
Treated a wide array of small animals for diseases and injuries, and provided preventive health care treatments such as vaccinations, parasite prophylaxis, and nutrition options.
Conducted laboratory tests to diagnose diseases and monitor treatment progress.
Provided assistance and support to owners during end-stage pet illnesses, delivering comfort, compassion and kind words.
Maintained accurate and detailed medical records for all patient visits.
Administered vaccines, medications, and treatments to prevent and treat diseases.
Conducted routine wellness exams and health check-ups for pets.
Developed and implemented treatment plans based on patient diagnosis.
Responded to client inquiries and provided consultations via phone or in-person.
Assessed health conditions, symptoms and history of animals and delivered treatment.

El perro caffé SA. Costa Rica

Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Prioritized hygiene and workplace safety to avoid animal infections and accidents.
Treated a wide array of small animals for diseases and injuries and provided preventive health care treatments, such as vaccinations, parasite prophylaxis, and nutrition options.
Performed euthanasia in a compassionate and ethical manner when necessary.
Explained disease and condition diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment options to pet and animal owners to provide information for decision-making concerning care.
Interacted with clients regarding animal health, education on treatment protocols and general procedures.

La Vete, San Francisco. Costa Rica

Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Prioritized hygiene and workplace safety to avoid animal infections and accidents.
Treated a wide array of small animals for diseases and injuries and provided preventive health care treatments, such as vaccinations, parasite prophylaxis, and nutrition options.
Performed euthanasia in a compassionate and ethical manner when necessary.
Explained disease and condition diagnoses, prognoses, and treatment options to pet and animal owners to provide information for decision-making concerning care.
Interacted with clients regarding animal health, education on treatment protocols and general procedures.

Albéitar Diagnostic Laboratory. Costa Rica

Supervised cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment to prevent errors and breakdowns.
Handled administrative tasks for laboratory staff and overall operations.
Prepared test samples and obtained and recorded test data in accordance with standards.
Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
Completed lab tests and communicated results to supervising staff.
Communicated with outside parties and laboratory management regarding test results.
Collaborated with laboratory team to develop and validate new testing procedures, improving efficiency and accuracy.
Supported cleanliness and health standards to foster safe and effective sample analysis.
Utilized aseptic techniques to prevent contamination and ensure the integrity of samples and cultures.
Disposed of laboratory materials and samples using well established guidelines and instructions.

Mycology Laboratory, School of Veterinary Medicine. UNA. Costa Rica

Sanitized workstations and instruments to avoid cross-contamination.
Organized lab test solutions, compounds and reagents.
Maintained inventory and equipment and placed orders for laboratory supplies.
Handled administrative tasks for laboratory staff and overall operations.
Expertly procured and processed specimens for laboratory staff.
Managed lab work smoothly and with reliable accuracy to meet regulatory and operational demands.
Performed daily housekeeping tasks driving efficient laboratory operations.
Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
Attended lab meetings to participate in research discussions.