Leah Parris, CVPM, LVT, CCFP, HABc

Experience

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  Peachtree Corners Animal Clinc

  Sept 2013 - Dec 2014

  Veterinary Technician

  I held the position of a veterinary assistant, actively supporting the team by executing all tasks relevant to the role.

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  Georgia Veterinary Associates

  Dec 2014 - Mar 2016

  Veterinary Technician

  While employed, I collaborated directly with the veterinarian, fulfilling both veterinary assistant and receptionist responsibilities due to our small team size.

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  Bridge Park Animal Hospital

  Jun 2016 - Jul 2017

  Registered Veterinary Technician

  I performed essential functions of a Registered Veterinary Technician in addition to assuming a leadership role to train and mentor new hires.

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  Tail Chasers and Face Lickers LLC

  Jan 2017 - Mar 2018

  Owner/Pet Sitter/RVT

  As the business owner and Registered Veterinary Technician, I offered veterinary technician services and pet care/sitting.

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  Brookhaven Animal Hospital

  Sept 2017 - Jan 2020

  Practice Manager

  In my initial role as a practice manager, I acquired foundational skills in practice management and demonstrated proficiency in my responsibilities, leading to a positive impact across various areas within the clinic.

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  Creekside Animal Hospital

  Feb 2020 - Dec 2020

  Veterinary Practice Manager

  I oversaw hospital operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the manager, my main focus was supporting the staff by actively working on the floor in the role of a veterinary technician, but implemented changes that created positive outcomes.

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  Loving Hands Animal Clinic

  Jan 2021 - Mar 2022

  Certified Veterinary Practice Manager

  As the manager of this corporate veterinary facility, I boosted employee morale, significantly impacting the clinic's success in a variety of departments.

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  Edgewater Animal Hospital

  Aug 2022 - Apr 2023

  Certified Veterinary Practice Manager

  I played a key role in launching this new hospital, overseeing inventory and equipment procurement, cost management, protocol development and other essential practice manager responsibilities.

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  Free Home Animal Hospital, Inc.

  May 2023 - Sept 2023

  Certified Veterinary Practice Manager

  Beyond standard practice management duties, I made significant contributions that greatly impacted the clinic's success across various aspects.

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  Southern Meridian Veterinary Consulting

  Sept 2023 - now

  Owner/Principal Consultant

  Certified Veterinary Practice Manager offering practice management consulting, coaching and interim/relief coverage for veterinary practices.