Happy Veterinary Technician Week! On his episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Kerl welcomes Kim Dudder, Regional Technician Director for VCA's Mid-Atlantic Region. Listen in as she discusses her transition from early childhood education to becoming a credentialed veterinary technician. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship, team dynamics, and the role of regional technician directors in optimizing patient care. Kim also highlights the significance of healthcare documentation and the Scribe program, as well as her collaboration with Harcum College and the Upward Bound program to engage and educate future veterinary professionals. Their conversation touches on the need for diversity in the field and the importance of community involvement in shaping the future of veterinary medicine. For more information on how Harcum College and Upward Bound created a pipeline for new Vet Nurses, check out this video.
Kim is a Certified Veterinary Technician residing in the suburbs of Philadelphia. Kim has been in veterinary medicine for 27 years with her clinical career focused on Emergency Medicine. She joined the VCA family in 2001 and has held many roles in VCA hospitals throughout her career. Kim is currently a Regional Technician Director for hospitals in the Mid-Atlantic Region. In her role as Regional Technician Director, she works with different teams in multiple aspects such as medical protocols, efficiency, training and her favorite aspect, mentoring Technician leaders on each team. This combines her passion for teaching and for veterinary medicine. Kim also has opportunities to engage with several Veterinary Technician Programs in her region working with new students and sitting on advisory boards to guide the next generation of Veterinary Technicians. Her goal is to encourage people to see that being a Veterinary Technician is an amazing career and to educate them on the numerous career paths that open up for credentialed technicians.
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