Julie L. Rodriguez

Lead treatment technician

• Collaborate closely with veterinarians to design and implement individualized treatment plans for hospitalized patients, based on thorough assessments of medical needs and behavior.
• Lead and supervise the treatment team, overseeing daily tasks performed by veterinary technicians, and ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compassionate care.
• Provide real-time guidance, support, and mentorship to team members, answering questions related to treatment protocols and procedures.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment approaches as needed, ensuring optimal outcomes and continuity of care.
• Educate clients on at-home care instructions at the time of discharge, ensuring they understand post-treatment medications, follow-up needs, and recovery timelines..

Hospital Coordinator

• Coordinate patient flow for incoming cases requiring diagnostics, surgery, or blood work by receiving and organizing treatment orders directly from veterinarians.
• Schedule and prioritize daily workups and procedures, assigning cases to appropriate technicians and MRI technologists based on skill, availability, and urgency.
• Serve as a central communication hub between veterinarians, technicians, receptionists, and clients to ensure seamless updates and continuity of care.
• Monitor real-time case progress, and troubleshoot scheduling conflicts or workflow delays to maintain an efficient and organized hospital environment.

• Supervise a team of eight veterinary technicians in a high-volume general practice, ensuring smooth daily operations, quality patient care, and protocol compliance.
• Assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, dental procedures, radiology, and in-house diagnostics, including bloodwork, urinalysis, and fecal testing.
• Monitor anesthesia and provide post-operative care for routine and non-routine procedures, including spays, neuters, dentals, and mass removals.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate new and existing staff to strengthen team performance, and support professional development.
• Communicate clearly with clients at discharge, providing education on at-home care, medications, preventive health, and follow-up needs.
• Maintain accurate medical records, monitor supply inventory, and help implement improvements to workflow and patient care.

• Provided daily care for a variety of boarding and hospitalized animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters.
• Maintained clean, sanitary, and safe enclosures and play areas to ensure animal health and comfort.
• Fed animals according to individualized dietary needs, and monitored food and water intake.
• Observed animals for signs of illness, stress, or injury, and reported concerns to veterinary staff promptly.
• Administered basic medications and treatments under veterinary supervision.
• Provided enrichment and social interaction to reduce stress in boarding pets and exotic species.
  • Assisted with the intake and discharge of boarding patients, and communicated with clients regarding their pets' routines and well-being.