Yaritza Torres
Alsip,IL
Summary
Reliable Veterinary Technician known for high productivity and efficient in task completion. Skilled in anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, patient care, and diagnostic testing. Self-motivated individual accomplished in delivering excellent care to felines, canines and exotics. Commended for outstanding work ethic and sound knowledge of veterinary medical procedures and techniques. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to ensure supportive interactions with pet owners.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinary Technician
VCA Worth Animal Hospital
Palos Hills, IL
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted veterinarians in performing surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, monitoring anesthesia levels, and administering medications to patients.
- Performed routinely technician duties for diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, ultrasounds, blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service to drive repeat business.
- Assisted in starting appointments while providing client communication and preparing medications and vaccines as prescribed by veterinarian.
Veterinary Technician Extern
VCA Worth Animal Hospital
Palos Hills, Illinois
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Monitored vital signs of patients during surgery and recovery periods.
- Assisted veterinarians with medical procedures such as vaccinations and collected samples for laboratory testing including urine, feces, blood.
- Administered medications under the direction of a veterinarian or technician.
Front End Associate
Menards Inc.
Evergreen Park, Illinois
10.2017 - 01.2022
- Worked closely with management team on special projects and monitored the front desk to ensure proper customer service was provided.
- Processed cash, check, credit/debit card payments for selected merchandise and services and returned merchandise.
- Assisted teammates in various departments with sales-processing duties to improve sales production.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Fox College
Tinley Park, IL04-2022
Skills
- Appointment scheduling
- Billing and invoicing
- Perform radiographs
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Medical history collection
- Blood collection
- IV placement
- Exotics restraint
- Wound treatment
- Surgical assistance
- Canine and feline intubation
- Client communication and satisfaction
- Fear free restraint
Timeline
Veterinary Technician
VCA Worth Animal Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Veterinary Technician Extern
VCA Worth Animal Hospital
02.2022 - 05.2022
Front End Associate
Menards Inc.
10.2017 - 01.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technology
Fox College