“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee

Rebecca Hoffman, BS, RVT

Today we are highlighting Rebecca Hoffman, BS, RVT, who is a veterinary technologist with the Bovine Field Service. A student expressed her appreciation for Rebecca stating, “Rebecca is an incredibly hard worker and incredibly patient and kind. No matter what you are doing, even if it is a 4 a.m. farm visit, Rebecca is there with a smile! Bovine Field Service wouldn’t be the same without her.”

Fostering a healthy work environment involves expressing appreciation and gratitude. Is there someone at PVM you would like to acknowledge today?  It’s easy to make a Paws Up submission – just follow this link.  Submissions are published anonymously and may be edited for length.  Any PVM staff, faculty, student, or team may be nominated by anyone in our college. For more information, visit the PVM Wellness Committee website.

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