Hajir Maliki
@hajirmaliki
Compassionate Doctor of Veterinary Medicine specializing in small animal medicine, surgery, and critical care.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with over eight years of combined experience as a veterinary technician and veterinarian, focused on small animal medicine, surgery, anesthesia, and emergency care. I passed the NAVLE in 2023 and am a registered candidate in the ECFVG program awaiting the final clinical practice exam.
I have worked in diverse clinical and field settings—including temporary clinical practice, mobile clinics, and as primary veterinarian for U.S. Army canine units—managing diagnostics, surgical assistance, anesthesia monitoring, and ICU/emergency stabilization. I am proficient with Cornerstone and IDEXX VetLab systems and experienced in radiography, ultrasound, ECG, laboratory diagnostics, and dental procedures.
I prioritize high standards of animal welfare, client communication, teamwork, and continuous learning; I also train and supervise junior staff, support telehealth operations, and contribute to practice management tasks like scheduling and inventory.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Veterinary Technician
Paws and Claws Animal Hospital
Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Prepare patients for surgery, monitor anesthesia, perform diagnostics (CBC, UA, radiographs, ECG), provide emergency stabilization and ICU care, and train junior technicians in a high-volume clinic.
Veterinary Technician
Roo Relief
Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Collect medical histories, obtain vitals, perform blood draws and lab procedures, provide first aid and emergency support, and maintain electronic records using Cornerstone while supporting telehealth operations.
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Vetco Care
Jan 2024 - Apr 2024 (3 months)
Practiced under temporary license providing routine exams, vaccinations, diagnostics, patient assessments, and surgical assistance in mobile and clinic settings.
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
SOSI LLC
Feb 2014 - May 2016 (2 years 3 months)
Served as primary veterinarian for U.S. Army canine units, providing examinations, emergency care, minor surgery, vaccination program management, and ensuring compliance with military veterinary protocols.
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Smart Pet Clinic
May 2009 - Oct 2012 (3 years 5 months)
Provided full-spectrum care for small animals and exotics including surgeries (spay/neuter, mass removal), diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, preventive care, and client education.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Baghdad University, College of Veterinary Medicine
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medicine
2000 - 2005
Activities and societies: Registered candidate in the ECFVG program; passed the NAVLE in December 2023.
Completed a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program covering small animal and exotic medicine, surgery, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory diagnostics.
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Location
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