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LUKE J. TATTA

Naugatuck,CT

Summary

Results-driven veterinary professional with 15+ years of progressive experience in animal healthcare, including 2 years in hospital management overseeing 20+ staff members. Expertise in emergency medicine, specialty care, and operational leadership. Proven ability to implement practice management systems, develop training programs, and optimize clinical workflows to enhance patient outcomes and hospital efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospital Manager

Pieper Veterinary Stratford
01.2025 - Current
  • Managing hospital operations and staff development
  • Oversee oncology department operations, ensuring specialized care delivery and protocol adherence
  • Enhanced online booking and scheduling systems to improve client accessibility and operational efficiency
  • Planned and hosted marketing events to promote business growth and community engagement

Hospital Manager

Fresh Pond Animal Hospital
03.2023 - 01.2025
  • Lead and develop team of 20+ veterinary professionals, implementing performance management systems that improved staff retention
  • Successfully integrated new practice information management software, streamlining operations and reducing appointment scheduling errors by 30%
  • Developed comprehensive training protocols that reduced new employee onboarding time from 6 weeks to 4 weeks
  • Managed hospital budget and P&L statements, achieving cost optimization while maintaining quality care standards
  • Created standardized operating procedures across all departments, ensuring consistent patient care delivery

Emergency Technician

Veterinary Emergency Group
11.2020 - 03.2023
  • Instrumental in opening new emergency hospital, establishing protocols and training procedures from ground up
  • Trained 15+ staff members in emergency medical protocols, including CPR, intubation, and critical care procedures
  • Coordinated team roles during high-stress emergency situations, ensuring efficient patient triage and care delivery

Specialist Technician

VCA Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center
06.2020 - 01.2021
  • Safely handled and administered chemotherapy treatments following strict safety protocols
  • Developed customized surgical protocols for complex cases, supporting successful outcomes in cardiac, orthopedic, and soft tissue procedures
  • Assisted veterinary specialists in advanced diagnostic and treatment procedures across multiple disciplines

Veterinary Technician

Fairfield Veterinary Hospital
03.2019 - 06.2020
  • Provided comprehensive veterinary support services including patient care, diagnostics, and client education
  • Monitored anesthesia and developed anesthesia protocols based on patient health
  • Handled exotics and pocket pets for medical procedures

Emergency Veterinary Technician

NewtownVeterinarySpecialists
05.2017 - 03.2019
  • Specialized in emergency and critical care, managing life-threatening cases requiring immediate intervention
  • Managed hospitalized ICU patients according to their treatments sheets and documented accordingly
  • Collaborated with emergency veterinarians to provide round-the-clock critical care services

Veterinary Technician

Bethel Veterinary Hospital
05.2012 - 05.2017
  • Built foundational veterinary skills across all aspects of small animal practice
  • Performed dental procedures including cleanings, extractions, and dental radiographs
  • Developed expertise in routine medical procedures, client communication, and practice operations

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration & Cybercrimes

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ

Skills

  • Leadership & Operations Hospital Management & P&L Analysis
  • Staff Development & Training
  • SOP Development
  • Budget Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Clinical Expertise Emergency & Critical Care Medicine
  • Anesthesia Protocols & Monitoring
  • Surgical Assistance (Cardiac, Orthopedic, Soft Tissue)
  • Chemotherapy Administration
  • Oncology Support
  • Technical Skills IV/Specialty Catheter Placement
  • Phlebotomy
  • Arterial Blood Sampling
  • ICU Care
  • CRI Calculations
  • Dental Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging
  • RECOVER CPR Certified
  • Patient care coordination
  • Operations management

Certification

  • RECOVER CPR Certified
  • Emergency Medicine Training
  • Fear Free Certified
  • Practice Management Systems Training

Timeline

Hospital Manager

Pieper Veterinary Stratford
01.2025 - Current

Hospital Manager

Fresh Pond Animal Hospital
03.2023 - 01.2025

Emergency Technician

Veterinary Emergency Group
11.2020 - 03.2023

Specialist Technician

VCA Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center
06.2020 - 01.2021

Veterinary Technician

Fairfield Veterinary Hospital
03.2019 - 06.2020

Emergency Veterinary Technician

NewtownVeterinarySpecialists
05.2017 - 03.2019

Veterinary Technician

Bethel Veterinary Hospital
05.2012 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration & Cybercrimes

University of Phoenix

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