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02 Mar

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Blog Author: Mariel Hendricks, BS, RVT NAVTA Member at Large We’ve all come home from a tough day at work, and the cookies and ice cream were calling our names.  My personal favorite are brownies – baking them makes my house smell wonderful, and eating them is an even better way to spend my evenings with The Amazing Race and a glass of wine. I’ve learned that my comfort zone is food when I’m stressed in life. But, unfortunately, in our profession, completely unavoidable stressors come into our lives daily.  From financially upset...

18 Feb

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Complete the NAVTA Survey and Make Your Voice Heard NAVTA is conducting its highly-anticipated “Demographic Survey” to assess the current state of the veterinary technician/nursing profession in the United States. We are asking those that have been or are currently employed as a veterinary technician/nurse to help us complete this survey and provide us with information that will help us continue to chart our strategic path forward on how to best serve and advance the veterinary technician profession. The survey will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. Those who complete the entire...

17 Feb

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Bridgewater, NJ – February 17, 2022 - A new report by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) shows a vast majority of Veterinary Technicians/Nurses want their title of “Veterinary Technician” to be protected by law, but most states do not provide such protection. The report (available here) shows that 31 states and jurisdictions have no title protection for “Veterinary Technician” within their veterinary practice acts, while another 10 states have limited title protection. “The veterinary technician profession has long been challenged by a lack of cohesion and standards in...

16 Feb

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Blog Author: Harold Davis, RVT, VTS (ECC) (Anesth & Analgesia) NAVTA Treasurer It is not uncommon that, as veterinary technicians, we talk to clients about the importance of preventative health care. We discuss the need for regular visits with the veterinarian, the importance of vaccinations, dental health, nutrition, and exercise.  Well, it shouldn’t be any different for ourselves. Recently, a couple of my doctors retired, which caused me to locate new doctors.  In looking for the perfect fit for me, I start by reviewing my HMO’s list of available doctors. Next, there are...

08 Feb

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In Career-Spanning More than Four Decades, Davis has Helped Elevate and Transform Role of Veterinary Nurse/Technicians   ORLANDO, FL – FEBRUARY 7, 2022 –  NAVTA Treasurer Harold Davis, BA, RVT, VTS (Emergency Critical Care) (Anesthesia and Analgesia) assumed the position of President of the Board of Directors for the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) on January 18, 2022.  After six years as a member of the NAVC Board, Davis took the reins from Paige Allen, RVT, at the NAVC’s annual business meeting held in conjunction with its largest event of the...

27 Jan

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Bridgewater, NJ – January 27, 2022.  Melissa Entrekin, LVT, VTS (ECC) is the 2021 Veterinary Technician of the Year, the National Association of Veterinary Technician in America (NAVTA) announced today. NAVTA’s Veterinary Technician of the Year award is presented to a NAVTA member who has provided leadership and contributed to the association and the overall betterment of the industry.  All NAVTA members are able to nominate a fellow member for this award. Entrekin, who is a Veterinary Technology Instructor at Piedmont Technical College in South Carolina, has been a NAVTA member since...

26 Jan

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Ashli Selke - NAVTA President Credentials/Certifications: RVT, CVT Number of years as a Credentialed Vet Tech: 7 Why/how did you decide to become a Credentialed Veterinary Technician? After I got out of the NAVY, I knew I wanted to utilize my GI Bill for schooling. But I wasn't sure what I should do for the rest of my life. I knew I always wanted to be in the veterinary field, but in what aspect, I wasn't sure. I honestly just wanted a career where I would have a significant role in the Zombie Apocalypse....

19 Jan

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Jamie Rauscher – NAVTA President-Elect (2022) Credentials/Certifications: RVT, Medical Manager, Fear Free Elite, Animal Hospice and Palliative Care Certified, Human Animal Bond certified. Number of years as a Credentialed Vet Tech: 14 Why/how did you decide to become a Credentialed Veterinary Technician? I always knew animals were my passion. I started working in a vet clinic in high school and was so impressed with the two credentialed technicians I worked with. I wanted to be just like them. Why did you volunteer to serve on the NAVTA Executive Board? I wanted to make a change as the incoming president-elect...

17 Jan

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Campaign is just one part of a larger program aimed at elevating and advancing the role of Veterinary Technician/Nurse professionals. ORLANDO, FL – Jan. 17, 2022 – The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) is participating in a nationwide campaign that will create greater consumer awareness and understanding of the role and significant educational requirements of Veterinary Technicians/Nurses.  The goal of the campaign is to educate consumers and change perceptions and attitudes among pet parents so they feel more confident and accepting of having a qualified, certified veterinary technician/nurse...

12 Jan

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Mariel Hendricks – NAVTA Member at Large Credentials/Certifications: BS, RVT Number of years as a Credentialed Vet Tech: 12 years Why/how did you decide to become a Credentialed Veterinary Technician? I attended Purdue University with the intent to continue in their veterinary program post-graduation. However, while attending an introductory class on veterinary careers, I learned about veterinary technology. The nursing, hands-on side of veterinary medicine really called to me, and I applied to Purdue’s Veterinary Technology Program the following year. Why did you volunteer to serve on the NAVTA Executive Board? I feel very strongly about...

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