Elizabeth Fleck
Veterinarian Technician
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Accomplished Veterinary Technician with over 3 years of animal care and technical training. Highly skilled in exam protocols, medication administration and surgical support, often traveling and assisting surgeries out of county. Evaluates animal needs and communicates with pet owners to explain treatment plans and protocols.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Senior Shelter Medicine Veterinarian Technician
Jacksonville Humane Society
04.2020 - 11.2023
- Examined animal patients, vaccinated, completed bloodwork, radiographs and other diagnostics
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Prepared controlled drugs, induced, intubated and scrubbed animals for various operations
- Trained new employees in all areas of shelter medicine
- Assisted on mobile spay/neuter surgery trips for other counties within Florida, altering over 200 animals
- Helped shelter maintain live outcome rate over 90%
General Merchandise Expert
Target
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools, and supplies.
- Independently managed several areas, stocking hundreds of items and keeping inventory accurate
- Interacted with guests in friendly and knowledgeable ways.
- Marked stock with identification tags and labels to outline information such as storage locations.
- Completed fast past online orders for customer pick up
- Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
Animal Keeper Intern
Jacksonville Zoo And Gardens
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Educated visitors and staff on proper animal care and handling.
- Washed, trimmed and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Fed, medicated and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
Wildlife Seasonal Naturalist Intern
Georgia Department Of Natural Resources
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Organized and managed field trips, festivals, and fundraisers to raise awareness of wildlife and parks.
- Handled endangered Georgia wildlife including birds of prey, reptiles, and fish.
- Coordinated large and small events related to nature topics.
- Developed and maintained interpretive displays and exhibits to educate people about parks and wildlife.
- Planned activities like nature hikes to educate children and adults about issues facing local habitats.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Resource Management
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL08.2019
Associate of Arts -
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL05.2016
Skills
- Procedure Support
- Subcutaneous, intramuscular, and IV Injections
- Euthanasia
- Diagnostic Testing
- General Anesthesia Monitoring
- Time Management
- Problem Identification
- Critical Thinking
- Planning and Coordination
- Client Education
- Microscopic Examination
- Controlled Substance Management
- Assessment and Diagnosis
- Aseptic Techniques
Certification
- Euthanasia Certified, Florida Animal Control Association- 2021
- Florida Leaders in Life Saving Certified, Jacksonville Humane Society- 2021
- Certified Project Wild Facilitator, Project Learning Tree Educator, Growing Up Wild Educator, Georgia DNR- 2018
- Jacksonville Zoo Animal Trainer, Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens- 2019
- Sheriff's Commendation Award from Polk Country Sheriff Grady Judd for helping over 200 animals get spayed/neutered
References
- Pamela Robie: Previous Medical Manager at The Jacksonville Humane Society. (908) 601-1127. Robiepam@gmail.com
- Julie Fulcher DVM: Shelter Medicine Veterinarian at The Jacksonville Humane Society. (954) 654-9984. JFulcher@jaxhumane.org
Timeline
Senior Shelter Medicine Veterinarian Technician
Jacksonville Humane Society
04.2020 - 11.2023
General Merchandise Expert
Target
08.2019 - 03.2020
Animal Keeper Intern
Jacksonville Zoo And Gardens
01.2019 - 04.2019
Wildlife Seasonal Naturalist Intern
Georgia Department Of Natural Resources
08.2018 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Resource Management
University of Florida
Associate of Arts -
University of North Florida
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