Sandra Licenzi
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
With a proven track record at the Humane Society of St Lucie County, I excel in surgical assistance and fostering team collaboration. Leveraging skills in diagnostic imaging and patient care, I've significantly enhanced treatment outcomes and operational efficiency. My leadership has cultivated a high-performing team, committed to excellence in veterinary care and client education.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician Clinic Manager
Humane Society of St Lucie County
12.2020 - Current
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Triaged incoming patients to determine treatment needs and urgency of care.
- Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave.
- Processed new patients and updated client records with key information using standardized registration systems and encrypted databases.
- Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Provided care for animals before surgeries, administering anesthetics as necessary for overall comfort and health.
- Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
- Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
- Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
- Maintained detailed records of animal health care and diagnostic treatments.
- Collected and prepared specimens for laboratory testing.
- Performed dental cleanings using ultrasonic scaler.
- Assisted veterinarians with radiographs and ultrasounds.
- Administer medications, vaccines and treatments as instructed by veterinarian.
- Trained and mentored other LVT staff.
- Filed daily progress records, surgery logs, x-ray logs, and routine records.
- Interacted with clients regarding animal health, questions and concerns, education on treatment protocol and general procedures.
- Assisted in preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical processes.
- Administered vaccinations to variety of animal species.
- Administered prescribed injectable controlled substances, tranquilizers, sedatives and injectable or inhalant anesthetics.
- Educated clients on nutrition, preventive health and other animal care.
- Prepared, sterilized and maintained medical instruments and equipment.
- Obtained patient history from owners and performed physical examinations.
- Performed fecal examinations, urinalysis and bloodwork.
- Monitored vital signs of animals during surgical procedures and provided postoperative care.
- Conducted frequent clinic walk-throughs to maintain safe work environment.
- Leveraged patient feedback and performed continuous process improvements to streamline day-to-day business operations and patient satisfaction.
- Monitored duties assigned to personnel to promote high levels of patient care and job efficiency.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to verify proper implementation of patient treatment plans.
- Developed and implemented team building activities to foster collaboration and improve employee morale.
- Hired, trained and supervised employees to maintain team of high performers.
- Analyzed and reported patient data to identify areas of improvement and facilitate decision-making.
- Monitored number of patients and wait times to create efficient flow of patients from check-in to check-out.
- Enforced maintenance of clean and organized work environment in compliance with safety and sanitation regulations.
- Removed trash and straightened counters to keep pharmacy area clean and neat.
- Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Defined testing protocols, quality assurance initiatives and clinic policies and procedures.
Education
Associate Degree In Veterinary Technology - Veterinary Technology
Medical Arts Training Center
Margate, FL05.1996
Skills
- Surgical Assistance
- Thoracic and abdominal radiograph
- Closed-chest CPR
- Veterinary office administration
- Physical examination
- Cytocentesis
- Medical History Collection
- Intravenous injection
- Diagnostic sampling
- Surgical Preparation
- Medication Administration
- Skin scraping
- Wound Management
- Vaccinations
- Emergency and preventive care
- Euthanasia
- Infection Control
- Dental Procedures
- Vital signs
- Intramuscular injection
- Aseptic Techniques
- Controlled Substance Management
- Surgical scrubbing procedures
- Patient Monitoring
- Client Education
- Administering first aid
- Heartworm diagnostic testing
- Surgical procedures and support
- Vaccine administration
- Medical record-keeping
- Patient bathing
- General anesthesia monitoring
- X-ray review
- Procedure Support
- Medication Dispensing
- Canine and feline intubation
- Behavioral assessment
- Wound treatment
- Fluorescein stain test
- Anal sac expression
- Ear sample collection
- Tick Removal
- Parasite control
- Animal behavior observation
- Anesthesia Administration
- Instrument pack sterilization
- Suture removal
- IV Medication Administration
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Specimen Preparation
- Supply Restocking
Three letters of recommendation from doctors
I'm grateful to have three letters of recommendation from the doctors I've had the pleasure of working with.
Timeline
Veterinary Technician Clinic Manager
Humane Society of St Lucie County
12.2020 - Current
Associate Degree In Veterinary Technology - Veterinary Technology
Medical Arts Training Center
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