Our Registered Veterinary Technologists are college graduates who are trained paraprofessionals in the field of veterinary medicine. They can be compared to a nurse, paramedic, medical laboratory technologist, anesthetist, radiology technologist, dental technician, and medical receptionist. Our R.V.T.’s are skilled in all of these areas which enhances patient care and the human-animal bond.
Charlotte, R.V.T., FFCP (Veterinary)
Charlotte has always been a huge animal lover and from a young age knew she wanted a career in veterinary medicine. She graduated from Douglas College with her veterinary technology diploma in 2015 and joined our team shortly after. She shares her home with her two dogs, two cats, and a parrot. In her free-time she enjoys quadding, camping, and exploring with her dogs and husband.
Charlotte is Fear Free certified. Fear Free certification provides the knowledge and experience necessary to ensure the emotional well-being, enrichment, and reduction of fear, anxiety, and stress in pets. This improves the experience of every owner and pet both inside and outside the veterinary hospital.
Amanda R.V.T.
Amanda graduated from the Red River College in Manitoba. Shortly after graduating, she moved to the Lower Mainland with her husband and her veterinary technology diploma. Amanda loves the daily challenges of being an R.V.T. Her favourite part is making sure her patients receive the best care from the time they enter our hospital to the time they leave, with a follow up call the next day. She keeps up with all the new anesthesia and pain management techniques. Amanda enjoys hiking with her dogs, Tesla and Winnie, biking, cross fit, yoga, snowboarding, and the occasional tasting at a local winery.
Brenna R.V.T.
Brenna has loved being around animals from a very young age and always knew that she would find a career where she could spend her days caring for them. Brenna graduated from Douglas College with her veterinary technology diploma in 2022 and joined White Rock Veterinary Hospital after completing her practicum here. She loves working with all the furry pet patients and getting to know their diverse personalities. Brenna spends her free time reading and adding to her ever-growing home library. She shares her home with a big red dog, a mischievous feline, and a blue crayfish named Carl.
Our veterinary assistants are entrusted with the special care of your pet while they are at our hospital. Your pet’s comfort is their number one priority and includes keeping them comfortable, taking them for bathroom and fresh air breaks, and tending to their food and water needs. Our assistants also help the veterinarians and R.V.T.s with diagnostic testing and treatments and are a key part of the health care team at our hospital.
Ashley, Veterinary Assistant
Ashley joined White Rock Veterinary Hospital in the autumn of 2022. As a veterinary assistant, she enjoys treating and caring for your pet and giving them the special attention they need for a comfortable stay at our hospital. She enjoys spending time with her Labrador Retriever, Oliver, going on adventures, and camping in the mountains with her family.
Christa, Veterinary Assistant
Christa made the leap into the veterinary field 8 years ago. She has held positions as practice manager and veterinary receptionist at other veterinary hospitals. She now joins the White Rock Veterinary Hospital team as a Fear Free Certified Veterinary Assistant. She has an 18 year old Chihuahua and 5 year old Rottweiler cross. In her spare time, she teaches yoga, reads, and loves to hike and kayak with her dogs.
Our receptionists are responsible for the organization of our hospital. Apart from keeping things running smoothly and maintaining our vast medical record system, they are the voices you hear on the telephone and the smiling faces that first welcome you when you enter our hospital.
Carol, Veterinary Receptionist
Carol joined White Rock Veterinary Hospital in December 2000. Her hard work and dedication to the hospital have given her the ability to be of assistance in every aspect of the hospital’s daily operation to ensure it runs smoothly. Carol shares her home with her cat, Izzy. She enjoys spending time with her family, especially her grandpuppy, Hera.
Katherine, Veterinary Receptionist
Katherine has worked at White Rock Veterinary Hospital since November 2005. She is a certified veterinary assistant/receptionist and received her certificate from West Coast College. She has worked at various veterinary hospitals over the years, but has found a home here with us at White Rock Veterinary Hospital. She lives with her two daughters and black Labrador Retriever, Prudence.
Shona, Veterinary Receptionist
Shona found her niche early in life and has spent her career working at various veterinary hospitals in the Lower Mainland. She has an interest in helping build the human-animal bond and strives to make each visit to White Rock Veterinary Hospital a pleasant experience for both you and your pet. In her spare time, Shona enjoys exploring Vancouver and hitting the beaches and trails as much as possible. She has a beautiful English Setter named Briar and an orange tabby cat named Mortimer.
Holly, Veterinary Receptionist
Holly joined White Rock Veterinary Hospital in the autumn of 2019. She works as a receptionist, but also often helps the doctors and technicians with various tasks throughout the hospital. She enjoys road trips and camping with her husband. She has a very active, young tabby cat named Jester.
Destiny, Veterinary Receptionist
Destiny recently relocated to White Rock and brings with her two years of experience as a dedicated receptionist and veterinary assistant. She has honed her organizational skills to ensure seamless office operations and her communication skills in assisting clients. Outside of the hospital, she finds joy in spending quality time with her partner, family, and friends. She is enthusiastic about this new chapter in her career at White Rock Veterinary Hospital and also looks forward to contributing to her new community.
Heather, Veterinary Receptionist
After three years working as a veterinary receptionist in Ontario, Heather has returned home to the Lower Mainland. Before moving to Ontario, she worked as a veterinary receptionist/assistant in the South Langley/Abbotsford area for 13 years. As a child, Heather grew up dog-earing the pages of the dog section of the encyclopedia. After raising her four sons, she was finally able to realize her dream of working in the animal industry. Heather now looks forward to connecting with the clients and patients of White Rock Veterinary Hospital. Heather shares her home with three Border Collies, Jazz, Blitz, and Disco, and her husband, Chris. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with friends, her six grandsons, four sons, two stepdaughters, and their partners, and travelling the world.
Sophie, Resident Cat
Sophie is our spoiled and well-loved resident cat. We adopted her in 2011 and she has been with us ever since. She adapted very well to life at the veterinary hospital. She is a bit shy but very well behaved and spends her time in the doctors’ office and staff lunch room by her own choice. She can usually be found in the doctors’ office napping on a chair or in her bed on the desk. She earns her keep by being a demo cat and helps to educate pet owners on the administration of medications.