Elizabeth Navarro
Glendale,AZ
Summary
Compassionate veterinary technician with background in providing comprehensive support in animal healthcare settings. Willingness to thrive towards 6 star patient and client care through compassion and empathy. Skilled in diagnostic procedures, patient care, and emergency response. While ensuring high-quality treatment for animals. Knowledgeable in anesthetic procedures such as, dental cleanings, splenectomies, GDV, foreign body, spay, neuter and many more. Strong communicator with ability to educate pet owners on animal health and wellness. Contributed to improving clinic efficiency through streamlining workflow and enhancing team collaboration.
Key skills in patient care and emergency response, bringing commitment to learning and developing in fast-paced medical environment. Contributes foundational understanding of medical procedures and patient interaction, with ability to quickly acquire necessary technical skills. Ready to use and develop skills in patient assessment and basic medical procedures in the surgery technician role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
ER Technician
Blue Pearl Pet Hospital
Peoria, AZ
03.2025 - Current
- Administered emergency care to injured animals, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
- Assisted veterinarians during surgical procedures, preparing instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
- Monitored patient vitals, documenting changes and reporting critical information to medical team.
- Implemented improved triage procedures, enhancing response times for urgent cases.
- Trained new staff on emergency protocols and hospital procedures, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Coordinated with veterinary technicians to streamline patient intake processes and reduce wait times.
- Conducted inventory management of medical supplies, ensuring availability of essential resources for emergencies.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Collected vital signs accurately and consistently, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently, minimizing discomfort to patients while obtaining necessary samples.
- Educated clients on discharge instructions comprehensively, empowering them in their own health management efforts upon leaving the facility.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay current on best practices within emergency medicine field.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Provided emotional support to clients, team members and families during challenging moments, fostering trust and open communication with healthcare providers.
- Streamlined communication between medical staff, enhancing collaboration and improving patient outcomes.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
ER Veterinary Technician
The Scottsdale Veterinary Clinic
Scottsdale, AZ
10.2022 - 01.2025
- Conducted initial exams on pets, took vital signs and collected samples for lab.
- Restrained and stabilized animals during examination and treatment to prevent injuries.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Obtained relevant health history and information from clients to maintain medical charts.
- Partnered with IDEXX to analyze blood samples and diagnose conditions and diseases.
- Triaged scheduled or emergency patients to route to appropriate surgeon or treatment area.
- Assisted veterinarian with surgical procedures by assembling and sterilizing instruments and administering anesthesia.
- Assisted with euthanasia when necessary, according to veterinarian instructions.
- Prepared and administered medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
- Assisted with polishing, removing stains and other dental procedures.
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to animals.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Administered emergency treatments to stabilize critically ill patients.
- Assisted veterinarians during surgical procedures, ensuring proper instrument handling.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Biological Sciences
Maricopa Community Colleges, South Mountain Community College
Phoenix, AZHigh School Diploma -
The Academies At South Mountain
Phoenix, AZ05-2018
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Animal restraint
- Client communication
- Emergency triage
- Patient monitoring
- IV catheter placement
- Anesthesia administration
- Diagnostic testing
- Post operative care
- Radiology techniques
- Laboratory skills
- Team collaboration
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Accomplishments
- State Champion for Shotput in 2014
- Graduated from the ACE program in April 2018
- Graduated from high school in May 2018
Affiliations
- Fish Keeping
- Pet Nutrition
- Traveling
- Outdoor activities
- Gaming
- Team Building
- Family
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Interests
- Enjoy participating in working out for overall physical and mental well-being
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Dancing
- Documenting and sharing travel experiences
- Music
- Gardening
- Road Trips
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Fish Keeping
- Video Gaming
Timeline
ER Technician
Blue Pearl Pet Hospital
03.2025 - Current
ER Veterinary Technician
The Scottsdale Veterinary Clinic
10.2022 - 01.2025
Some College (No Degree) - Biological Sciences
Maricopa Community Colleges, South Mountain Community College
High School Diploma -
The Academies At South Mountain
Education and Training
Currently enrolled in Penn Foster and on my way to becoming a certified veterinary technician.
In the process of leveling up from APCA 1 to APCA 2.