Hazel Goodman
Los Gatos,CA
Summary
Dedicated pre-veterinary student with three years of applied clinical experience in high-pressure hospital settings. Passionate about providing detail-oriented nursing support and compassionate care to patients and their owners.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Veterinary Assistant
El Gato Veterinary Hospital
Los Gatos, CA
02.2026 - Current
- Obtain patient vitals and history.
- Safely handle and restrain patients for examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
- Perform in-house diagnostics (CBC, chemistry, PCV/TP, SNAP) and prepare samples for external labs.
- Deliver patient care services including vaccinations, nail trims, ear cleanings, and anal gland expressions.
- Facilitate client communication, from scheduling and education to estimates and financial transactions.
- Prepare, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment.
Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern
Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA
Saratoga, CA
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Selected for a competitive internship at a high-volume rehabilitation center, combining hospital rotations in triage, treatment, nursery, and pre-release.
- Stabilized critical patients through fluid therapy and gavage feeding.
- Administered comprehensive wound care, including fractures, lacerations, punctures, constrictions, and abrasions.
- Calculated and administered precise dosages of oral, topical, and fluid-based medications.
- Provided round-the-clock neonatal care, executing strict hourly syringe feedings.
- Trained and mentored new volunteers and seasonal staff on hospital husbandry protocols.
Wildlife Care Volunteer
Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA
San Jose, CA
06.2023 - 03.2025
- Provided species-specific nutrition and enrichment for patients.
- Recorded patient weights, dietary intake, and behavioral observations for veterinary review.
- Maintained sanitation and sterilization protocols to ensure hospital safety.
- Safely captured and transported rehabilitated wildlife for release.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
West Valley College
Saratoga, CA05.2027
High School Diploma -
Leigh High School
San Jose, CA06.2023
Skills
- TPR
- Client Services
- Venipuncture
- Surgical Assisting
- Veterinary Scribing
- Radiographic Imaging
Certification
- Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substances Permit | California Veterinary Medical Board | #17131 | Exp. 03/2028
- Companion Animal Laser Therapy | Companion Animal Health
- Cat and Dog First Aid | Red Cross
- Animal CPR Certification | RECOVER Initiative
Timeline
Veterinary Assistant
El Gato Veterinary Hospital
02.2026 - Current
Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern
Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA
05.2025 - 08.2025
Wildlife Care Volunteer
Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA
06.2023 - 03.2025
Associate of Science - Biology
West Valley College
High School Diploma -
Leigh High School