Culture and People
Employee of the Month – December 2024
This month’s grand prize winner is Sabrina Gonzales, RVT, Veterinary technician, dental focus, at Nichols Veterinary Care, in Monterey, California!
Sabrina Gonzales, RVT
Veterinary Technician, dental focus
Nichols Veterinary Care, Monterey, California
Year started in vet medicine: 2012
Years with practice: 4
Nominated by: Cynthia Nichols, DVM
Why is Sabrina so awesome?
Sabrina does an excellent job elevating the level of care in our dental center. She oversees quality control and coordinates all the work that needs to be done with the veterinarians and assistants that work with her.
How does she go above and beyond?
She is always looking for new ways to improve the quality of care we offer and is a very hard worker. She contributes to a positive workplace culture of support and collaboration.
In their own words:
Why do you love your job?
I love being able to help dogs with dental pain feel better right away.
Pets at home:
Malcom is a GSD mix who goes on long walks on the beach with me every day before or after work.
What brought you to the profession:
I worked in business management, but my love for animals drew me back into veterinary work.
Hobbies outside of work:
I love to go to renaissance fairs.
Favorite book/TV show:
I love folklore and stories about dragons like Game of Thrones.
Photo courtesy of Nichols Veterinary Care
Nominate Your Employee of the Month
Each month in Trends, we will spotlight a team member from an accredited practice. Does your team boast an outstanding veterinarian, veterinary technician, veterinary assistant, customer service representative, or kennel worker? Nominate your employee at aaha.org/EOTM, and you and your employee can win $500 in gift cards courtesy of CareCredit!*
*The Employee of the Month contest is administered by AAHA.
