Meet Our Team

Our ability to deliver outstanding service to our clients and their pets starts with our dedicated team. Here you will find a little info on the receptionists, veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants that help to keep Essex Veterinary Center running smoothly with compassion and care. 

Jess, CVT,
​Practice Manager

Jess is a Certified Veterinary Technician who graduated from Vermont Technical college in 2000 and has been working with small animals and exotics since graduation. Her interests include any outdoor activities, playing soccer, running, horses, and participating in obstacle races. Jess joined the Essex Vet family in November 2003, and became our practice manager in 2011.

Lindsay,
​CVT 

Lindsay graduated in 2006 from Vermont Technical College with an Associate's Degree in Veterinary Technology.  She is a certified technician in Vermont.  Lindsay has experience in small and large animal medicine with special interests in imaging and emergency medicine.  Her hobbies include horseback riding, traveling, shopping, and ice hockey. She works for us part time and does marketing for Ben & Jerry's (yum!). Lindsay joined EVC in January 2010.​

Skye, 
​Veterinary Technician

Skye graduated from the University of Vermont in December 2017 with a B.S. in Animal and Veterinary Science. Skye has experience in both small and large animal practice but has a special interest in exotic animal medicine. She has a terrier-mix named Stormy,  a spaniel-mix named Mae and four snakes! When not at EVC Skye spends her free time hiking with her dogs in the beautiful Green Mountains. Skye joined EVC in January 2016.​

Lucy,
Veterinary Technician

Lucy comes to EVC with 26 years of experience as a veterinary technician.  Her degree from UVM is in Physical Education and Health but after 8 years as a Fitness director, Trainer and Aerobics instructor, she found that working in a science field with animals was where her true interests and skills have truly blossomed.  She lives in Essex with her husband, Dean, her border collies, Tucker and Manny, and her cat, Pickle.
Outside of work Lucy is an avid distance runner, hiker, backpacker, gardener, bee keeper, and mom to her daughter, Mady, and son, Grady.
Lucy joined the EVC team in November of 2021.

Savana,
CVT

Savana interned at EVC starting in the Spring of 2022 and was recently hired. She graduated in the spring of 2023 and soon after passed her licensing exam - we are so proud! She enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Savana has a wonderful bearded dragon named Indy and a terrier mix named Poppy.

Krista,
​Veterinary Technician

Krista graduated from Lyndon State college in 2013 with a bachelors in business. She then began working with dogs at various daycare, boarding, training, and grooming facilities. Krista began her education at Penn Foster in 2019 where she currently majors in Veterinary Technology. She enjoys working in canine behavior and with reptiles. Her hobbies include motocross, snowboarding, kayaking, hiking, and visiting the local breweries. Krista also has four dogs, Jada, Otto, Jack, and Ozzy. A crested gecko and three frogs named Bartholomew, Corey, Topanga, and Raymundo! 

Cassandra,
​CVT

Cassy left her job as a hairdresser to pursue her passion of caring for animals (especially cats)! She has completed her Veterinary Technology degree, passed the VTNE, and has experience in both holistic and conventional veterinary medicine. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her two cats, Bella and Meesha and her miniature Australian Shepard, Beauty.

Alessandra,
​Veterinary Technician

Alessandra graduated from the University of Vermont in the spring of 2023 as an animal science major.  When not at EVC, she enjoys hiking, running, reading, and spending time outside with her chickens.  Alessandra interned at EVC during the spring of 2019, and returned to join the team in February 2020. 

Sam,
Veterinary Assistant

Sam graduated from the University of Southern Maine with a bachelors of science in public health in 2021. She began working with dogs right out of school, training dogs at daycare. Sam has a terrier mix named Ryder, as long as two cats named Simon and Luna. When not at EVC, Sam spends her time exploring Vermont and spending time with her family.

Lee,
Veterinary Assistant

Lee is a senior Animal Science student at the University of Vermont. She did UVM's CREAM Program in 2023 and continues to work at the barn! She loves working with all kinds of animals and hopes to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. In her free time, Lee enjoys hiking, drawing, painting, and reading.

Jess, 
Client Services

Jess has been working in healthcare for over 6 years.  She is excited to make the switch to veterinary care and loves being able to interact with pets and their owners. When she is not at EVC she enjoys gardening and exploring nature with her pup Dilly. ​

Jacquelyn,
​Veterinary Assistant

Jacquelyn is a junior at UVM double majoring in Biological Sciences and Animal Science with hopes to go to Veterinary school. She is a member of the UVM Dressage Team and also competes in eventing with her horse, Abby. Jacquelyn also has two cats named Tommy and Jazzy!

Caitlin,
​Veterinary Assistant

Caitlin is a senior Biological Science student at the University of Vermont. She is a member of the UVM Equestrian Team and has a cat named Moose at home. In her free time she loves exploring the nearby mountains by hiking or skiing, and hopes to attend veterinary school in the coming years. Caitlin joined the EVC team in July 2024.

Freya, 
Veterinary Assistant

Freya is a pre-veterinary student at the University of Vermont, studying Animal Science and Spanish. After working at a small animal clinic in her hometown, she has realized her dream of working with companion animals, and is especially excited to work with exotic animals! When not in school, she loves hiking, going out with friends, and spending time with her two kitties, Tobi and Roary. 

Oliver, 
Veterinary Technician

Born and raised in Peru;  Oliver discovered his passion for animals while working with wildlife in the Amazon Jungle. Oliver graduated with a BS in Animal Science and Wildlife Conservation.
Oliver has collaborated with Big Cats Rewilding Project; where he got the opportunity to work and meet his favorite animal, the cheetah. When not in EVC, he likes to plan road trips and explore around New England; where he recently moved in 2023.