Sophia Lombardo, RVT
Rio Rancho
Summary
Dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician with a passion for lifelong learning and delivering exceptional patient care. Skilled in fear-free handling techniques, fostering a calm environment for animals and their owners, while consistently demonstrating strong communication skills with clients and colleagues. Eager to contribute expertise in a dynamic clinical setting, contributing to team success and advancing professional growth. Committed to staying current with industry advancements to ensure the highest standard of care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Urgent Care Technician
Mission Veterinary Clinic
04.2022 - Current
- Spearheaded projects enhancing patient care, including the development of a crash cart and implementation of tracking forms for critical patients.
- Provided exceptional nursing care to multiple hospitalized patients while managing the triage, diagnostics, and outpatient care of the animals that were continuously arriving into the clinic.
- Managed anesthesia monitoring during emergency surgeries to uphold high standards of patient safety.
- Managed handling of controlled substances and ensured accuracy of the controlled drug log.
- Guided and mentored CNM veterinary technician students as the primary preceptor during urgent care shifts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology With Honors
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM05-2024
High School - undefined
V. Sue Cleveland High School
Rio Rancho, NM05-2021
Skills
- Laboratory proficiency with Idexx and Heska machines
- Anesthesia monitoring and administration
- Administration of medications, IV fluids, and calculating CRI’s
- Working independently and as a team
- Client Communication
- Triage and first aid
- Wound care and bandaging
- Cystocentesis
- Exceptional patient care and fear free handling
Certification
- Registered Veterinary Technician: May 2024
- Recover Certified Rescuer- BLS and ALS: June 2026
Timeline
Urgent Care Technician
Mission Veterinary Clinic
04.2022 - Current
High School - undefined
V. Sue Cleveland High School
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology With Honors
Central New Mexico Community College