Yazmine Cruz

Recent graduate from Tampa Bay Technical High School's Veterinary Assisting program with a Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA) credential. Currently pursuing a Technician License through an AVMA-CVTEA accredited program. Completed clinical rotations at BluePearl, Walden Lake Animal Hospital, Boyette, and Brandon Equine, gaining hands-on experience in diverse veterinary settings.

I have almost 4 years of customer service experience and have worked with a plethora of different people in sales environments.

Part Time Sales Associate - Aeropostale - Tampa, FL

(2024-10 - 2025-08)

Part-time Associate - RaceTrac Petroleum, Inc. - Plant City, FL

(2025-03 - 2025-05)

Part Time Sales Associate - Hot Topic - Brandon, FL

(2023-10 - 2024-09)

Part Time Sales Associate - Autozone - Fish Hawk, FL

(2023-08 - 2023-10)

Publix Front Service Clerk - Publix - Tampa, FL

(2022-03 - 2023-05)

• I translated both spanish and english to customers and other associates, worked on a POS system, set up displays, stocked items, cleaned around the store, handled cash, opened and closed store, counted down drawers and worked closely with customers communicating with them anout any issues or complaints.

Brandon Equine Medical Center - Bloomingdale FL

(2024-11 - 2024-11)

• Supported CVA’s and CVT’s in the daily care and management of equine patients, following established schedules and treatment plans, including administering prescribed diets and medications.
• Assisted with grooming, laboratory test preparation, and surgical instrument setup while maintaining cleanliness and organization of stalls and stable areas.
• Additionally, provided enrichment and attentive care for patients with extended stays to promote their overall well-being.

Walden Lake Animal Clinic - Plant CIty FL

(2025-01 - 2025-01)

• Assisted the veterinarian during on-farm calls by preparing and administering medications, as well as restraining animals for examinations, blood draws, and injections to ensure safe and efficient procedures.
• Administered medications, accurately filled prescriptions, and managed inventory by restocking supplies and maintaining essential equipment.
• Supported emergency cases by providing immediate assistance and patient stabilization, and monitored vital signs during dental procedures and surgeries under general anesthesia.
• Additionally, scheduled appointments, prepared treatment estimates, and performed patient check-ins and basic physical examinations to support smooth clinic operations.

Blue Pearl Pet Specialty and Emergency - Brandon,FL

(2025-04 - 2025-05)

• During extended and overnight shifts, assisted in various emergency situations, including rabies cases and the treatment of injured wildlife.
• Supported small-scale wildlife rehabilitation efforts within the clinic and shadowed CVT’s during patient appointments.
• Assisted in surgical procedures performed under general anesthesia, monitoring and recording vital signs such as blood pressure, respiratory rate, and heart rate, as well as providing care for overnight patients, including intubation feeding and routine health checks.
• Additionally, maintained clinic efficiency by restocking medical supplies, preparing laboratory tests, and performing diagnostic tests as needed.

GSR/Veterinary Assistant - Fetch Specialties and ER - Clearwater,FL

(2026-02)

Communicating efficiently with guest and coordinating through emergency situations. Being professional and able to de-escalate high stress situations. Informing guests of options for payments. Working with EZYvet, CareCredit, TruPanion, and any Microsoft applications. Knowing and understanding hospital fees and procedures while being able to accurately communicate them. Keeping people informed and maintaining accurate patient records. Effectively communicating over the phone with other clinics as well as guest.

Recording

Histories, restrianing animals, venipuncture, running samples in house, assisting in collection of vitals and various other diagnostics.

High School Diploma - Tampa Bay Technical (2021 - 2025)

Veterinary Technology A.S - Penn Foster College