Support Staff
Mary, LVT
Mary joined the Animal Care of Ivy Square team in 2019. She attended Blue Ridge Community College and graduated with her degree in Veterinary Technology in 2007. She spent many years working in the Northern VA and DC area and has specialized in care of exotic animals. She is excited to return to day practice with cats and dogs, though she does miss the exotics some. Her responsibilities include assisting the doctors with all aspects of patient care, monitoring, record keeping and client education. She will obtain blood and urine samples, analyze laboratory samples, take x-rays, administer sedation and anesthesia. She monitors patients, gives medications and treatments as directed by the doctors, and ensures that you understand the doctors’ instructions.
When not working Mary enjoys spending her time off with her young daughter, her cat, and her crested gecko.
Janna, Veterinary Receptionist
Janna joined the animal hospital team in 2022 as a veterinary receptionist. She has a BA in business communications from Arizona State University and an AS degree in business administration from Piedmont Virginia Community College. Janna spent several years in retail customer service before coming to Ivy Square, bringing a knowledge and understanding of the importance in building strong relationships and a commitment to providing every client with exceptional care. Her responsibilities include scheduling, check in, check out, and client communication, such as processing messages, questions, and food and medication requests.
In her free time, Janna enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and her cat, Dexter. She also enjoys art projects, being outdoors, and loves plants.
Jason, Veterinary Assistant
Jason joined the animal hospital team in 2022 as a veterinary assistant. Jason was a former veterinary assistant at a hospital in Alabama before moving to Virginia and working in the consumer retail industry for several years until deciding to return to the vet life. His responsibilities at the hospital include patient care and client education, monitoring surgical procedures, inventory and hospital maintenance and supply ordering.
In his free time, Jason enjoys spending time with his family, gardening, cooking and playing the guitar.
Courtney, Veterinary Assistant
Bio coming soon!
Kaiya, Veterinary Assistant
Kaiya joined the hospital as a veterinary assistant in 2023. She previously worked at a veterinary hospital in Chesterfield for 3 years as a kennel attendant. Her current responsibilities include triaging patients, restraining patients, running lab work and monitoring anesthesia.
In her free time, Kaiya likes to research Greek Mythology, read, spend time with her cat and do puzzles with her mom.