Rose City Vet Tech wins PVMA Award

Becky Smith, Rose City Veterinary Hospital’s Technical Supervisor and a Certified Veterinary Technician, received the Portland Medical Association’s Paraprofessional of the Year award.

These annual awards honor members of the veterinary field who have contributed to the community and the profession.  The Paraprofessional Award shines a light on veterinary team members who have shown exceptional leadership and dedication.

Smith has been with Rose City Vet Hospital (RCVH) since 2002, serves on several veterinary boards, is a guest lecturer at DoveLewis’s annual conference, and teaches many community pet care classes at RCVH.

RCVH Hospital Manager Jasmine Bachrach said about Smith’s recognition: “It couldn’t be more well-deserved. We are very fortunate to have such an absolutely brilliant tech, teacher, animal advocate and all-around wonderful human being on our team.”