Bio
Credentials
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Certifed Career Coach
IAP Career CollegeOct, 2019- Apr, 2026 -
Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Professional
Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy - CAETASep, 2023- Apr, 2026 -
Certified Veterinary Technician
Colorado Association of Certified Veterinary Technicians (CACVT)
Experience
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Veterinary Team Coach
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Dec 2021 - Present
"Life's too short, lead from your heart!" Advice I give and must heed heading into 2024. My career has been rewarding, remarkable, and a joyous ride within #VeterinaryMedicine as a credentialed veterinary technician since 1987. Yes, I continue to be happy with my career and life, exemplifying career growth, opportunities, and blending a prosperous, abundant life within my jobs. Join me! Blow the GLASS CEILING APART! What shall we create today? #VetTeamsLivingWell #VetNurseLife #VetMedLife #VetCareer #VetTechLife #Lovemycareer
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Veterinary Author
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Mar 2014 - Nov 2021
Co-Author, Career Choices for Veterinary Technicians: Opportunities for Animal Lovers. AAHA Press www.aahanet.com. Comprehensive look at the vast diversity of career choices available to veterinary technicians. A great gift for seasoned veterinary technicians, students and all animal lovers.
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Veterinary Team Workshops
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Aug 2014 - Apr 2021
Your team will benefit from In-Hospital & Virtual Workshops. CATALYST VetPC offers an array of customized educational experiences for your team! What shall we create for you and your team? Popular Team Workshops include:**Courageous Conversations; Navigating conflict and resolution**Stressors and Relievers; Combating burnout and compassion fatigue**Professionalism; Own IT! **Offer an Extraordinary Client ExperienceI have provided educational courses at local, state, national and international events for 20 years. Sharing "tips and tricks of the trade" brings me great joy.Our Workshops are geared towards team development, career growth, reducing team turnover, client service and satisfaction, practice management and veterinary team wellbeing. YES, we cover all those topics!
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Veterinary Teams Living Well
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Aug 2014 - Apr 2021
Life happens. It includes job changes, moving to new locations, getting married or divorced, having children or children growing up to move away and starting their own family. These are life experiences, with some being stressful, whether we acknowledge it or not. Now, compound the life stressors with the added pressures of being a veterinary professional. If you need immediate attention, please call 911! If you are looking for a community that can offer positive support and helpful resources, you are invited to join us at Veterinary Teams Living Well (a closed Facebook page). https://www.facebook.com/groups/1556413334389106/Plus you can find valuable blogs, team exercises and team workshops located on our website. We care about and understand veterinary teams. How can we help you and your team in veterinary team wellbeing?
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Veterinary Achievements
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Feb 2009 - Apr 2021
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Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies
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Denver, Colorado, United States
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Board Member
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Dec 2023 - Present
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Denver, Colorado, United States
First of two RVTs to be appointed by the Governor to the Veterinary Medical Board, a four your term.
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Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy - CAETA
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Loveland, Colorado, United States
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Course Instructor
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Jan 2024 - Present
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Loveland, Colorado, United States
CAETA Instructor, Certified Peaceful Euthanasia Professional, delivering interactive programming and coaching veterinary teams in elevating their skills in delivering a gentle euthanasia. Receive a gift when registering for the Master Program, a savings of $30.00 towards the 10-hour RACE approved course. https://learn.caetainternational.com/bundles/caeta-course?th__ug=9974d40b&th__c=rebecca
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Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice
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United States
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Veterinary Outreach Specialist
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May 2021 - Dec 2023
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United States
Supporting veterinary teams in the understanding of and elevating the services in end-of-life care, pet hospice and euthanasia.
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Boehringer Ingelheim Vet Tech Champion
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May 2015 - Dec 2020
Supporting Boehringer Ingelheim Regional Managers in the delivery of Vet Tech and Team Fests, teaching veterinary professionals on the importance of client communication and education in heartworm prevention, osteoarthritis, dental disease, and other pet wellness and prevention.
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Pet Insurance Field Educator/Consultant
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Aug 2004 - Aug 2014
One of VPI/Nationwide's first Field Educators, visiting 400+ veterinary teams a year, delivering engaging Lunch-n-Learns, creating online content, and supporting their many educational programs. Receiving the Colorado Veterinary Medical Association's Industry Partner of the Year in 2011.
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Town & Country Animal Hospital
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Gunnison, Colorado, United States
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Practice Manager
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Jan 2002 - Dec 2004
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Gunnison, Colorado, United States
Duties included creating a budget, hiring and training an inventory manager, working closely with industry partners to deliver the best veterinary care, creating onboarding and training programs, updating job descriptions, and coordinating weekly, productive team meetings.
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First Paid Administrator
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Jan 2000 - May 2001
Rebecca was the first paid administrator for CACVT. She gathered the materials from volunteers and organized it in an office setting. She oversaw the daily tasks of association management and a certification entity. She developed relationships with the Veterinary Medical Association, the State Board and other veterinary partners.
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Administrative Assistant
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Jan 2000 - May 2001
Administrative Assistant for Ralph Johnson, Executive Director for both veterinary organizations.
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Education
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1985 - 1987Colorado Mountain College
AAS, veterinary technology -
Gunnison High School
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