Berenice Escareno
Veterinary Technician
La Habra,CA
Summary
Dedicated Veterinary Technician experienced in supporting veterinarians through clinical and clerical tasks, enhancing animal health and wellness. Delivered exceptional care by effectively communicating with clients and collaborating with team members. Managed multiple priorities while demonstrating reliability and a proactive approach to achieving team objectives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Techinician Aide
Veterinary Cancer Group
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted in administering treatments and medications, ensuring the health and safety of patients.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation, supporting effective patient care and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and patient responses, promptly reporting any changes to veterinary staff.
- Setting up and monitoring intravenous (IV) fluid therapy and fluid pumps.
- Positioned patients for radiographs (X-rays) and assisting during ultrasound procedures.
- Prepared, ran, and analyzed blood work (CBC/chemistry panels) and urinalysis
- Assisted technicians with induction, monitoring anesthesia vitals during radiation therapy procedures and helped patients recover safely.
- Answered client calls, managed medical records, and organized treatment supplies.
Veterinary Technician
Animal Dermatology Clinic
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in over 10 initial exams, medical progress, and procedures on a daily basis.
- Administered a wide range of medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Performed laboratory tests, including blood work and urinalysis, blood allergy testing, histopathology's, and cultures resulting in the timely diagnosis and treatment of our patients.
- Expertly handled and restrained patients during procedures, and exams ensuring zero injuries to the staff and minimizing stress for the animals.
- Educated our clients on animal care, preventative measures, and post-operative care, and immunotherapy.
- Spoke with owners regarding lab results, biopsy results, and culture results to ensure the next steps of the patient such as medications needed are done in a timely manner.
- Assisted various doctors during their appointments with filling medications, creating and going over treatment plans, as well as setting up recheck exams and charging them out.
Patient Care Technician
Veterinary Surgical Services
06.2025 - 10.2025
- Fed patients according to specific dietary requirements and provided fresh water.
- Escorted hospitalized patients to and from treatment areas.
- Weighed patients, measured temperatures, and alerted the vet or vet tech to any changes in behavior or signs of distress.
- Restrained patients safely during physical exams, and sample collection.
- Administered Medications: such as oral, topical treatments, and specific injections under the direct supervision of a veterinarian or technician.
- Maintained a clean environment which included: disinfecting treatment tables, runs, and kennels between uses.
- During down time ensured Stocking was done with the necessary supplies.
- Collected samples (blood, urine, feces) and ran basic in-house lab tests
- Maintained communication with clients during overnight patient stays, addressing routine inquiries and keeping doctors updated on patient status.
Education
Associates degree - Veterinary Technology
Orange County Veterinary Assistant School
01-2024
Bachelors in Science - Hospitality and Management
Arizona State University
01-2017
Skills
- Animal Care
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Laboratory testing
- Sample collection
- Patient restraint
- Imaging Support
- Medical records
- Patient Observation
- Client communication
- Reporting and documentation
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Client Education - Expert
Timeline
Techinician Aide
Veterinary Cancer Group
11.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Veterinary Surgical Services
06.2025 - 10.2025
Veterinary Technician
Animal Dermatology Clinic
01.2023 - Current
Bachelors in Science - Hospitality and Management
Arizona State University
Associates degree - Veterinary Technology
Orange County Veterinary Assistant School