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Laura Toro

Olympia ,WA

Summary

Skilled Veterinary Technician with proven expertise in surgical assistance and medication administration, honed at Blue Pearl Veterinary Partners-Tukwila. Demonstrated ability to manage time-sensitive tasks, ensuring high-quality patient care. Excelled in providing compassionate support to pet owners, showcasing exceptional empathy and teamwork. Mastery in aseptic techniques and infection control, contributing to efficient clinic workflows and superior patient outcomes.

Overview

2022
2022
years of professional experience

Work History

Veterinary Technician

Blue Pearl Veterinary Partners-Tukwila
  • Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks while maintaining high-quality patient care through multitasking abilities during busy shifts at the clinic.
  • Assisted in euthanasia procedures with empathy and compassion, providing emotional support to grieving pet owners during difficult times.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations to animals under the supervision of a veterinarian, ensuring proper dosage and administration techniques.
  • Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
  • Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • Monitored post-operative recovery processes for surgical patients closely to detect any complications early enough for prompt intervention.
  • Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and properly handing instruments to the veterinarian as needed.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and answering questions about pet health and wellness.
  • Collaborated with fellow technicians to create efficient workflows that streamlined daily tasks within the clinic setting.
  • Provided thorough discharge instructions to clients following appointments or surgical procedures, ensuring clear understanding of medications, aftercare steps, and follow-up recommendations.
  • Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
  • Handled challenging behavior from stressed or anxious animals using calming techniques learned through continuous professional development courses.
  • Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.

Veterinary Technician

Summit Veterinary Specialists
Tacoma, WA
02.2021 - 12.2021

Transiently served in Surgery department. Moved to ER department and provided some background support to more experienced technicians.

Education

Cognitive Psychology

Queens College (CUNY)
Flushing, NY

Associates In Animal Sciences - Animal Health

SUNY. Brentwood
Brentwood, NY
09.2005

Certificate Of Technical Studies - Human Ultrasound: General. Vascular. Echo

Center For Ultrasound Research And Education
White Plains, NY
08.2015

Skills

  • Intravenous catheterization
  • Medication administration
  • Surgical assistance
  • Surgical procedures and support
  • Medical history collection
  • General anesthesia monitoring
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Surgical preparation
  • Medical record-keeping
  • Closed-chest CPR
  • Aseptic techniques
  • Infection control

Timeline

Veterinary Technician

Summit Veterinary Specialists
02.2021 - 12.2021

Certificate Of Technical Studies - Human Ultrasound: General. Vascular. Echo

Center For Ultrasound Research And Education

Veterinary Technician

Blue Pearl Veterinary Partners-Tukwila

Cognitive Psychology

Queens College (CUNY)

Associates In Animal Sciences - Animal Health

SUNY. Brentwood
Laura Toro