Washington Family Vet

11/04/2026

Happy National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week! 🐾
This week (November 1–7) we celebrate the incredible people who show up every day for animals who need them most—the shelter staff, volunteers, fosters, and rescue teams who clean kennels, administer meds, offer comfort, walk dogs in the rain, soothe scared cats, and never stop fighting for second chances.
To everyone doing this work: thank you. Your compassion, grit, and heart save lives and reunite families. You’re the quiet heroes of our communities.
If you’re able, consider adopting, fostering, donating supplies, or just sharing a shelter pet’s story. Every action makes a difference.
Here’s to the animals waiting for their forever homes… and the people who love them until they find them. ❤️

10/29/2026

Our next shout-out goes to Ryann! 💛

When I hired Ryann, I knew she was going to become a huge and important part of our team. Little does she know just how much she has taught all of us. She has helped our team become kinder, gentler, and more patient, and that is such a special gift. She is my right-hand woman and always helps keep me on track with our schedule, keeping me accountable for what I’m doing right and where I might need to improve. I truly don’t know what I would do without her!

Ryann has the funniest personality and is always right in the thick of things. She loves to laugh, especially when it comes to Seth’s antics and jokes! She also has such a generous heart and loves to share. There always seem to be treats for our doctors, especially Dr. Barton! (I think she knows he has a sweet tooth! 😉🍬)

Ryann is our Tech Appointment Queen! 👑 She works incredibly hard, and when the busyness of her day starts to feel overwhelming, she has learned the importance of taking a breath, stepping back, and even taking a break when she needs one. She continues to work hard at staying positive and not letting the craziness of the day get the best of her.

We are SO proud of Ryann and the growth we have seen in her. She brings so much to our team, not only through her hard work and dedication but also through the kindness, patience, laughter, and lessons she shares with us every single day. She may not even realize how much of an impact she has on those around her, but we certainly do!

Thank you, Ryann, for being such an important part of our team, for keeping us on track, for making us laugh, and for helping us all become a little better every day. We are so lucky to have you! 💛👏

10/29/2026

Tech Appreciation Spotlight: Mia

Mia is one of those team members who just couldn’t stay away from Washington Family Veterinary Clinic maybe that’s exactly why “Family” is in our name.
Mia is truly one of a kind. The mold was broken into a thousand pieces when she was made. She’s funny, incredibly smart, and yes… she occasionally has a truck-driver mouth. But more than that, she is our dental queen. There is truly nothing she can’t handle when it comes to dentistry, and (somehow) she genuinely enjoys doing them.
She’s also the ultimate caretaker recently adopting a sweet little tripod kitty, and has stepped into the role of dedicated trainer with both skill and heart. Since Mia returned, her teammates have grown by leaps and bounds in new procedures and medical skills. She’s learning and expanding right alongside them, helping keep the team positive, and is quickly becoming a natural leader.
Mia is always ready to jump in and help, and we’re so grateful she chose to come back to our pack.
Thank you, Mia, for returning, for mentoring, for the laughs, and for being such an amazing part of this team. We love you and are so glad you’re home.

10/29/2026

🎉 Cheers to another one of our amazing techs, Seth! 🎉

Seth is definitely the odd man out on our team! He works alongside three guys and twelve women. Talk about being outnumbered! 😂

Seth is our quiet but hilarious guy in the clinic. When things get stressful, you can always count on him to crack a joke and make us all laugh. It’s hard to stay mad at Seth when he comes up with some of the funniest excuses! I honestly don’t know where we’d be without his daily dose of humor.

But underneath all the jokes, Seth has grown so much and learned a ton. I don’t think this guy has an ounce of fear in his body, which can be both a good thing and a bad thing! There are definitely moments when I just have to hold my breath and hope for the best! 😂

Our clients love his strength, confidence, and kindness toward every animal he cares for. He has a soft heart for the animals, even though I’m pretty sure there isn’t much he can’t stomach! 🤢😂 He genuinely cares about his patients and has become such a steady, dependable force on our team.

Thank you, Seth, for everything you do, for the love you show our patients, and for keeping us laughing when we need it most. You remind us not to take everything so seriously, and our clinic wouldn’t be the same without you!

You definitely put the “T” in TEAM! 💙

10/28/2026

🎉 SHE’S BACK! And we couldn’t be happier! 🎉

What better reason to celebrate than welcoming back our amazing technician, Tayla, for this week’s Technician Shout-Out! ❤️

And when we say we’re celebrating, we mean ALL of us! Tayla was part of the Washington Family before deciding to venture out and try something new. But after plenty of begging, convincing, and reminding her where she truly belonged, she found her way back home to us! And let’s just say, we couldn’t be happier to have her back! 🥰

Tayla has been a veterinary technician for many years, and her experience, knowledge, and willingness to help have been such a blessing to our entire Washington Family. She’s the kind of person who jumps in wherever she’s needed, helps whoever needs it, and makes sure the job gets done. She doesn’t need a daily pat on the back or recognition for every little thing she does. She simply shows up, works hard, and makes a difference every single day. And that is what makes her truly special!

She’s also one of our go-to surgery technicians and happens to be one of Dr. Barton’s ( our medical director) favorite people to have by his side in surgery! Her skill, experience, and teamwork make her such a valuable part of our crew.

So, when the conversation came up about inviting Tayla back, the answer was a quick and unanimous YES! 🙌

Thank you, Tayla, for all your hard work, your dedication, and for coming back to our little family! We appreciate you more than you know, and we’re so happy to have you back where you belong! ❤️🐾

Welcome back, Tayla! We sure missed you! 🎉🐶🐱

10/28/2026

Next up is Jessica.
This one is hard. Jessica is spreading her wings and heading back to Arizona to be with her boyfriend (we still can’t believe she’s choosing him over us 😂❤️).
Jessica is a quiet but a fierce tech. She’s never afraid to get her hands dirty and is always the first to ask if her team needs help. She’s one of the doctors’ most trusted surgery nurses and never complains—even when she’s scheduled in surgery more than anyone else. I’ve never seen Jessica rattled or upset. She’s steady, confident, and always sure of what she’s doing.
She’s been an outstanding Co-Lead, and I wish we could convince her to stay at Washington Family Vet. She’s besties with Jasmin, and I know the two of them are going to miss each other terribly… but Jessica will always be welcome back to our family.
Thank you, Jess, for always being there for me and for our little family at Washington Family Vet. We’ll miss you more than you know.

10/28/2026

Next up is Jasmin!
Every year there’s that one tech who just keeps growing, and this year it’s Jasmin. When she first came to Washington Family Vet she had a hard time being… 🫶guided… and now she’s the one starting to guide the newbies. She has grown leaps and bounds and continues to learn and improve every day.
Jasmin began as a CSR and is now one of our seasoned technicians. Jasmin has already proven her worth in so many ways. She’s always willing to jump in and help, especially with our Spanish-speaking clients. Her warm smile is a welcome sight whether she’s assisting our doctors in the exam room or greeting you at the front desk.
On top of all that, she’s funny. She makes me laugh with her humor and the way she pokes fun at herself.
Thank you, Jasmin, for being such an amazing asset to our clinic. We’re so lucky to have you on the team!

10/28/2026

❤️🐾 Happy Vet Tech Week! 🐾❤️

Another year of growth, and we’ve built something truly special—a team that feels like family! ❤️

Our first shout-out goes to our amazing lead technician, Frankie! 🎉

Frankie may be a woman of few words, but her actions speak volumes. She leads with kindness, patience, and love, always helping and guiding her teammates without a hint of negativity. She works hard, stays calm, and leads by example. It’s no wonder our entire team looks up to her!

Frankie has become the backbone of Washington Family Vet, and I am beyond grateful to have her leading our little family. ❤️

Happy Vet Tech Week, Frankie! Thank you for everything you do and for the love you give our team. We are so lucky to have you! We love you! ❤️❤️🐾

08/12/2026

08/05/2026

🐾 We’re Hiring a Veterinary Technician! 🩺

Love animals? Thrive in a fast-paced, compassionate environment? We’d love to meet you!

We’re looking for a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our team and help us provide exceptional care to our furry patients and the people who love them. If you’re passionate about making a difference every day, this could be the perfect fit.

📍 Competitive pay
💙 Supportive team
🐶 Amazing patients (and pretty great coworkers!)

Call us and we can help you get started! 435-627-1300. We can’t wait to welcome the next member of our family!