Rhonda Pressley Veit DVM
Watkinsville,Georgia
Summary
Dedicated veterinarian with 22 years experience and diverse and successful career as practice owner, regulatory veterinarian, and clinical practitioner in large and small animal medicine. Collaborative and motivating team builder with proven strengths in management, communication, mentorship, problem-solving, and delivering high quality veterinary medicine and a superior client experience. Sold a private ambulatory equine practice to the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, a first in the college's history. Ready and eager to embrace the next professional challenge.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Veterinarian
Mars Hill Animal Hospital
11.2021 - Current
- Practiced veterinary medicine with emphasis on preventive care, chronic disease management and emergency medicine in small animals
- Established positive relationships with clients through clear communication about their pets'' healthcare needs and follow-up appointments
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on advancements within the veterinary field
- Collaborated with veterinary technicians for efficient patient care, ensuring accurate test results and timely treatments
- Teamed with other veterinarians in multi-doctor practice to deliver superior care services
- Gathered detailed pet health histories and symptoms to identify root cause of medical issues
Contract Relief Veterinarian
Self-employed
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Relief veterinarian for Winterville Animal Clinic and Mars Hill Animal Hospital
- Communicated with pet owners regarding pet diagnosis, prognosis and treatment
- Addressed urgent medical concerns promptly by triaging incoming cases efficiently based on severity of symptoms presented
- Educated pet owners on proper nutrition, exercise routines, and general health maintenance practices to ensure optimal pet wellbeing
- Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent communication skills, resulting in increased client satisfaction and loyalty
Owner/Equine Veterinarian
Big Springs Equine Medicine
08.2013 - 01.2022
- Solo practitioner in private equine practice; caseload included reproduction, lameness, preventive medicine, and large rescue caseload at state impound barn
- Managed day-to-day business operations
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty
- Provided emergency services during after-hours situations for critical patient care when needed
- Worked with equine rescue organization to provide veterinary services to animals on discounted or pro bono basis
Co-Owner/Equine Veterinarian
New South Equine Medicine
01.2010 - 08.2013
- Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills
- Oversaw financial management tasks, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow optimization
- Mentored employees to improve work performance, promoting professional development and growth within the company
- Ensured accurate record-keeping for financial transactions, maintaining organized documentation for easy reference during audits or other inquiries
- Created and maintained client-centric culture to drive client satisfaction and expand patient caseload
Associate State Veterinarian
Georgia Dept. of Agriculture
08.2008 - 01.2010
- Second in command in Animal Health division of GDA
- Coordinated the emergency management and public health activities for the Animal Industry Division
- Served as liaison between the Department and other state agencies, federal agencies and private industry
- Consulted with Equine Health, Livestock/Poultry and Animal Protection Sections of the Animal Industry Division
- Managed Animal Health staff and assisted with management and supervision of Equine Health, Livestock/Poultry and Animal Protection field staff
Associate Veterinarian
Little Creek Veterinary Services
10.2002 - 08.2008
- Senior associate veterinarian in four doctor large animal practice
- Equine caseload included reproduction, lameness, preventive medicine, emergency medicine, and rescue work
- Bovine caseload included reproduction, neonatal medicine, preventive medicine, and emergency medicine
- On-farm small ruminant and small animal caseload included preventive care, minor illness intervention, and at-home euthanasia
- Managed staff, edited practice newsletter, and assisted with practice management.
- Mentored junior veterinarians and veterinary students in field large animal practice
- Developed client relationships by providing compassionate care, building trust in practice's services.
- Implemented new diagnostic tools and technologies, increasing accuracy in identifying health issues in patients.
- Handled complex dental procedures skillfully while minimizing discomfort for patients.
- Improved practice revenue by attracting new clients through word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied customers.
- Developed comprehensive vaccination schedules tailored to each patient''s unique needs, protecting against preventable diseases throughout their lifespan.
- Conducted community classes on animal care and husbandry, parasite prevention and nutrition for various groups.
- Teamed with other veterinarians in large mixed practice to deliver care services.
Manager
Georgia Veterinary Educational Supply Service
06.1999 - 05.2001
- Managed accounts payables, accounts receivables, and bookkeeping
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures
- Managed financial aspects of store operations, including budget planning, expense tracking, and accurate record-keeping to maintain fiscal responsibility
- Maintained open lines of communication with UGA College of Veterinary Medicine faculty, sharing pertinent information about store inventory and providing support when needed
Administrative Assistant
Resource Valley Development Group
07.1998 - 01.2001
- Office manager and administrative support for office comprising ten companies/partnerships
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents
- Managed payroll, accounts payables and receivables
- Performed computer troubleshooting
- Developed advertising and marketing materials
- Compiled budgets and expense reports
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams
- Maintained real estate files and escrow accounts for farm and commercial tract real estate brokerage
- Liaised with multiple other professionals in accounting and finance
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information
Anatomy Lab Tech.
Dept. of Anatomy and Radiology
08.1999 - 05.2000
- Independently prosected ponies used for teaching and examination of freshman anatomy students
Paralegal and Office Manager
Williams Law Firm
06.1995 - 07.1998
- Supervised and trained employees
- Drafted routine legal documents including contracts, complaints, court orders, deeds, easements, and mortgages
- Prepared settlement statements, amortization schedules, and loan closing packages;
- Managed escrow accounts
- Interviewed clients
- Prepared and filed Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases in federal court system
- Drafted Chapter 11 business bankruptcy reorganization plans
- Responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bookkeeping
Adjunct Instructor
Dept. of English, Clemson University
08.1994 - 06.1995
- Instructed college freshmen in composition, literature, research, and critical thinking
- Taught techniques of research, evaluation of sources, and documentation of research
- Managed classroom effectively to maintain a positive learning environment for all students
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, assignments, and grades
Education
DVM -
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05.2002
MFA - Iowa Writers’ Workshop - Fiction
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.1994
BA - English
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.1992
Skills
- Client Education
- Compassionate communication
- Stress resilience
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Training and mentoring
- Regulatory Compliance
- Decisive Decision-Making
- Conflict Management
- Professional Networking
- Professional and Courteous
- Task Delegation
Presentations
- "Field Management of Common Conditions in Foals" 49th Annual Veterinary Conference at the University of Georgia, 2012
- "Equine Back Pain" 49th Annual Veterinary Conference at the University of Georgia, 2012
- "Equine Medicine for the Uninitiated" Student Chapter of the American Association of Equine Practitioners at the University of Georgia, 2013
Service
Veterinary Board Advisor, Georgia Equine Rescue League, Bethlehem, GA. 2010-2021
Timeline
Veterinarian
Mars Hill Animal Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Contract Relief Veterinarian
Self-employed
11.2021 - 07.2023
Owner/Equine Veterinarian
Big Springs Equine Medicine
08.2013 - 01.2022
Co-Owner/Equine Veterinarian
New South Equine Medicine
01.2010 - 08.2013
Associate State Veterinarian
Georgia Dept. of Agriculture
08.2008 - 01.2010
Associate Veterinarian
Little Creek Veterinary Services
10.2002 - 08.2008
Anatomy Lab Tech.
Dept. of Anatomy and Radiology
08.1999 - 05.2000
Manager
Georgia Veterinary Educational Supply Service
06.1999 - 05.2001
Administrative Assistant
Resource Valley Development Group
07.1998 - 01.2001
Paralegal and Office Manager
Williams Law Firm
06.1995 - 07.1998
Adjunct Instructor
Dept. of English, Clemson University
08.1994 - 06.1995
DVM -
University of Georgia
MFA - Iowa Writers’ Workshop - Fiction
University of Iowa
BA - English
Clemson University
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