Elizabeth Vardell

• Currently seeing patients and Care team members at the hospital; on the floor and the ER, as well as in Primary Care, helping to calm patients as they undergo procedures or wait to be seen by Care team members
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Assisted with special events and programs.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Visited patients within MUSC on a weekly basis.

• Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
• Assisted with special events and programs.

• Developed and implemented an Introduction to Pet Therapy Class for the organization.
• Consulted with owners to discuss behavioral concerns and determine final goals.
• Maintained industry relevance by actively participating in professional development opportunities, including workshops, seminars, and conferences focused on new canine training methodologies and emerging trends.
• Reduced dog behavioral issues through consistent application of positive reinforcement techniques.
• Strengthened relationships between handlers and their dogs by facilitating bonding exercises designed to build trust and mutual understanding.
• Conferred with owners about methods for continuing training and reinforcing methods taught in classes.
• Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for pet therapy work.

• Responded to emergency calls, treated and/or transported patients to medical facilities .
• As Director of Training, I trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care, ran drills and workshops.
• Promoted community health by participating in public outreach initiatives such as CPR classes and first aid demonstrations.
• Educated public on emergency medical services.