SARAH ROTH
Broomfield,CO
Summary
Dedicated veterinary professional with 20 years of experience in emergency and general practice settings, committed to delivering exceptional care and client education. Expertise in surgical and dental procedures, along with a strong ability to perform emergency and general practice surgeries, ensures optimal patient outcomes. Passionate about fostering relationships with clients and their pets through thorough examinations, effective communication, and comprehensive diagnostic interpretation. A steadfast advocate for high-quality veterinary care that prioritizes the well-being of every patient.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Veterinarian
Vista Animal Hospital
Erie, CO
02.2025 - 03.2026
- Diagnosed and treated a variety of animal health issues using comprehensive clinical skills.
- Collaborated with veterinary technicians to develop and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Educated pet owners on preventative care, nutrition, and behavioral issues to enhance pet well-being.
- Performed surgeries and dental procedures while ensuring adherence to safety protocols and standards.
- Acquired proficiency in operating CO2 laser technology for surgical applications.
Associate Veterinarian
Aspen Arbor Animal Hospital
Broomfield, CO
07.2020 - 03.2024
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough examinations and implementing appropriate treatment plans.
- Managed complex surgical procedures for optimal results, ensuring the welfare of animals under my care.
- Provided expert guidance to clients on preventative healthcare measures, contributing to the overall well-being of their pets.
- Assisted with emergency cases that required immediate attention, stabilizing critical patients before referral to specialized facilities when necessary.
- Handled complex dental procedures skillfully while minimizing discomfort for patients.
Associate Veterinarian
Longmont Small Animal Hospital
Longmont, CO
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Develop diagnostic and long term treatment plans for canines, felines, and small mammals
- Developed client relationships by providing compassionate care, building trust in our practice''s services.
- Performed both scheduled and emergent surgeries on small animals and exotic species.
- Established rapport with current and new clientele through client education and strong communication.
Emergency Veterinarian
Alpenglow Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center
Boulder, CO
05.2014 - 10.2016
- Primary emergency case management including initial exam, stabilization of critical patients, assessment of diagnostics, and developing treatment plans
- Managed hospitalized patients including transfers from specialists.
- Proficient in chest taps, pericardial taps, abdominocentesis, and utilize basic ultrasound including AFAST, and TFAST.
Emergency Veterinarian
Central Veterinary Emergency Services
Englewood, CO
10.2011 - 05.2013
- Exceptional skill level in critical/trauma cases
- Handle multiple cases efficiently through multi-tasking
- Collaborate with specialists including surgery, internal medicine, neurology, cardiology, oncology, and ophthalmology.
Part Time/Full Time DVM
Animal Emergency and Specialty Center
01.2009 - 10.2011
- Performed emergency care for both outpatients and inpatients
- Worked closely with specialists to provide quality 24 hour care for patients
- Performed emergency procedures
Full Time DVM
Animal ER
08.2007 - 01.2009
- Provide emergency care for animals including dogs, cats, and some exotics
- Performed emergency surgeries including GDV, enterotomies, gastrotomies, abdominal exploratories, tendon repairs, bite wounds, urinary unblocking procedures, and laceration repairs.
DVM Internship
Pet Emergency and Specialty Center
07.2006 - 07.2007
- Completed one year internship
- Emphasis of internship was emergency medicine
- Completed rotations through emergency medicine, internal medicine, surgery, radiology, and exotics
- Goal of the internship year was to work closely with mentors to develop strong client communication and education, learn to write excellent medical records, prepare clients for expectations and potential complications, and handle cases efficiently
- Performed primary medical and surgical management of emergency cases
- Emergency surgical experience: caesarian sections, pyometras, GDV, enterotomies, gastrotomies, abdominal exploratories, tendon repairs, and bite wound repairs.
Education
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05-2006
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05-2002
Skills
- Preventative medicine
- Client communication
- Geriatric patient evaluation and care
- Illness assessment and treatment
- Ultrasound for diagnostic evaluation
- Chronic and acute condition management
- Emergency pet care and daytime hospitalization
- Advanced dental extractions
- Surgical Procedures such as foreign body removal, gastropexy, enucleations, complex wound repairs and mass removals
Timeline
Associate Veterinarian
Vista Animal Hospital
02.2025 - 03.2026
Associate Veterinarian
Aspen Arbor Animal Hospital
07.2020 - 03.2024
Associate Veterinarian
Longmont Small Animal Hospital
08.2017 - 11.2019
Emergency Veterinarian
Alpenglow Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center
05.2014 - 10.2016
Emergency Veterinarian
Central Veterinary Emergency Services
10.2011 - 05.2013
Part Time/Full Time DVM
Animal Emergency and Specialty Center
01.2009 - 10.2011
Full Time DVM
Animal ER
08.2007 - 01.2009
DVM Internship
Pet Emergency and Specialty Center
07.2006 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Colorado State University
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine -
Colorado State University
References
Available upon request