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Ohio Association of
Veterinary Technicians
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Dedicated to promoting Veterinary Technicians and quality
animal healthcare through:
Education, Legislation and High Ethical Standards
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Come Meet The Officers
Ever see any of these people at continuing education
meetings and wonder who they are? Well, they're your OAVT officers and
executive board! Don't be shy. They don't bite, but they do want to know what
you think about the OAVT and veterinary technology in the state of Ohio. Next
time you see one of these smiling faces introduce yourself, tell us how we can
help you, and ask how you can help us!
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 President:
Janet Buck, RVT.
I have been involved with the OAVT since its inception in
1977 holding various offices from District 1 Representative, Treasurer, Vice
President, President, and then liaison to the OVMLB. I served on the OVMLB from
1998 through 2005 and was on the CVTEA (AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician
Education and Activities) from 1996 - 2002. I graduated from Columbus Technical
Institute (now CSCC) in June 1974 and worked for Graber's Animal Hospital from
June, 1974 until December 1996. I then went to Stautzenberger College where I
became the Program Director for the VT program there. In the fall of 2002 I
accepted my current position with Penta Career Center as a teacher for juniors
and seniors in high school in a small animal care program. I have gone back to
school to acquire my teaching degree. Personally, I have been married to Ken
for 33 years and have a 26 year old daughter Jennifer and a newly acquired
son-in-law Mark (as of 12/30/06). We have 3 pets, Sparkie,
Bridgette, and Nike.
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Vice President: Earl Harrison
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Treasurer: Nichole Kelland
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Secretary: (interim) Sandy Matthews, RVT
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 Immediate
Past President: Mary Bentley, RVT.
I graduated in 2000 from Cuyahoga Community College. I have
worked in all aspects of a veterinary hospital. I am currently working at Dr.
Pal's Small Animal Practice as Hospital Manager. I am currently working towards
my manager certification. I am also on the PR and newsletter committees.
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 OVMLB
Liaison: Reneé Jessen, RVT.
Renee was appointed by the governor to be the technician
member of the OVMLB. She is a 1999 graduate of Stautzenberger College. She
currently works in a small animal clinic. She enjoys horseback riding and
wildlife rehabilitation.
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NAVTA Liaison:
Janet Buck, RVT.
I have been involved with the OAVT since its inception in
1977 holding various offices from District 1 Representative, Treasurer, Vice
President, President, and then liaison to the OVMLB. I served on the OVMLB from
1998 through 2005 and was on the CVTEA (AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician
Education and Activities) from 1996 - 2002. I graduated from Columbus Technical
Institute (now CSCC) in June 1974 and worked for Graber's Animal Hospital from
June, 1974 until December 1996. I then went to Stautzenberger College where I
became the Program Director for the VT program there. In the fall of 2002 I
accepted my current position with Penta Career Center as a teacher for juniors
and seniors in high school in a small animal care program. I have gone back to
school to acquire my teaching degree. Personally, I have been married to Ken
for 33 years and have a 26 year old daughter Jennifer and a newly acquired
son-in-law Mark (as of 12/30/06). We have 3 pets, Sparkie,
Bridgette, and Nike.
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Officers up for Reelection
Nominations:
Vice President
Earl Harrison, RVT
Crystal Thompson-Wiltrout, RVT
Secretary
Sandy Matthews, RVT
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