Daniela Santoni
Veterinarian
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated ER Doctor with 7 years of experience, known for outstanding performance and strong mentorship abilities. Aiming to pivot expertise into a leadership position to drive improvements in emergency veterinary practice and operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
ER Doctor
VEG (Houston, Chelsea, Hoboken)
01.2022 - Current
- Participated in the NERD program in 2022 and completed ER Cert in 2024 to ensure the implementation of evidence-based protocols to improve patient outcomes.
- Highly skilled and experienced ER doctor with a penchant for mentoring junior DVMs and NERDS. Enjoy creating a supportive learning environment through constructive feedback sessions and guidance.
- Demonstrate excellent bedside manner, fostering trust with clients and patients during stressful situations in the ER setting.
- Actively engage with colleagues in discussing complex cases to facilitate informed decision-making and improve patient care.
- Enjoy collaborating with staff to foster positive working relationships and promote positive work environment to deliver optimal medicine as a team.
Associate Veterinarian
Paz Veterinary
06.2019 - 11.2022
- Consistently recognized for natural leadership and problem-solving skills. Keen ability to look at issues on global scale and apply practical solutions.
- Assist in supervision and assessment of employees to determine training needs and define accurate plans for decreasing inefficiencies.
- Collaborated with veterinary technicians to optimize patient care and streamline clinic operations. Implemented processes to enhance surgical outcomes and improve post-operative recovery rates.
Lead Veterinary Technician
Paz Veterinary
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Part of team that opened the clinic. Determined and stream-lined documentation of surgery, anesthesia, and general hospital protocols. In charge of scheduling, inventory, and technician training.
Veterinary Technician
Banfield
08.2012 - 09.2014
- Performed general veterinary technician duties. Had highest Wellness Plan enrollments in whole market in 2014. Was recommended and recruited for Banfield Student Ambassador position while in Veterinary School due to excellent performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
University of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio, TX 08.2004 - 05.2009
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX 08.2015 - 05.2019
Previous Work History
- Press Manager - Senator Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa - 82nd TX Legislative Session (2011)
- Deputy Communications Director - Texas Democratic Party - 3/2010-12/2010
- Legislative Aide – Representative McClendon Scholars Fellowship - 81st TX Legislative Session (2009)
Timeline
ER Doctor
VEG (Houston, Chelsea, Hoboken)
01.2022 - Current
Associate Veterinarian
Paz Veterinary
06.2019 - 11.2022
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Texas A&M University
08.2015 - 05.2019
Lead Veterinary Technician
Paz Veterinary
09.2014 - 08.2015
Veterinary Technician
Banfield
08.2012 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Cultural Anthropology
University of Texas At San Antonio
08.2004 - 05.2009