We are a full service small animal dog and cat veterinary hospital in Rowlett Texas (Rockwall County), a suburb of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. Our hospital is located at 9501 Lakeview Parkway (Highway 66) just east of Dalrock Road across from Lake Pointe Medical Center. Our veterinarians proudly provide veterinary medical services to pets residing in the Rowlett, Garland, Rockwall, Heath, East Dallas, Mesquite, Forney, Royse City and surrounding communities. We also provide pet grooming and dog and cat boarding in our pet hotel.
"This hospital is dedicated to our patients, whose loving, loyal and engaging personalities enrich our lives, fill our hearts and constantly inspire us to provide the best veterinary medical care possible."
Our address is:
Animal Hospital of Rowlett
9501 Lakeview Parkway
Rowlett, Texas 75089
Our Phone Number is:
(972) 412-0101
fax (972) 412-3061
Our Extended Hours of Operation are:
Mon, Tue & Thur: 7:00 AM-8:00PM
Wed & Fri: 7:00 AM-6:30 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
We are Certified by the American Animal Hospital Association.
To become an AAHA hospital member, candidates must complete a 39-page self-assessment reviewing the hospital's services and facilities. Then, a trained AAHA practice consultant thoroughly evaluates the facility to be sure it complies with AAHA veterinary care standards. These standards include:
- Orderly and accurate medical records
- Complete diagnostic facilities
- Complete pharmacy facilities
- Proper anesthetic procedures
- Modern surgical facilities
- Nursing care
- Properly maintained environment
- Emergency services
- Dental Services
Did you know your veterinarian is a board certified specialist?
Chances are your animal's doctor might never tell you, but you would want to know: your veterinarian is one a very small group of doctors who have earned the title "Diplomate" from the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP). In fact, your veterinarian is one of only 900 ABVP Diplomates in the United STates and abroad.
What does that mean? It means your veterinarian made the choice to undergo a very long, very difficult process of additional studies and examination to become a board certified specialist. This process can take up to six years to complete. The process, however, does not end at certification. ABVP Diplomates are required to rectify every 10 years - something most other specialty groups do not require. In the end, the motivation behind achieving Diplomate status is, very simply, excellence.
ABVP Diplomates have proven knowledge and expertise above and beyond what is required to practice veterinary medicine. Beyond that, they have earned the privilege to specialize in the treatment of one or more categories of animals.
How does this affect you? You can rest easy knowing your animals are receiving expert treatment because your veterinarian feels a strong commitment to providing the best possible care available.
Thank you for entrusting your pet's care to us!
Address:
Animal Hospital of Rowlett
9501 Lakeview Parkway
Rowlett, Texas 75089
Phone:
972-412-0101
Our hospital is located at 9501 Lakeview Parkway (Highway 66) just east of Dalrock Road across from Lake Pointe Medical Center. You'll notice that we are centrally located for pets needing veterinary medical services in the Rowlett, Garland, Rockwall, Heath, East Dallas, Mesquite, Forney, Royse City and surrounding communities.
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All of our veterinarians have been active in local, state, and national professional organizations, including the Dallas County Veterinary Medical Association, American Veterinary Medical Association, and American Animal Hospital Association. Our doctors feel that participation in organized veterinary medicine is an important responsibility and have all strived to participate as committee members or officers when possible. We also believe strongly in community involvement; our doctors participate in educational programs at local schools and colleges.
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Dr. Kimberly Ann Downes
Dr. Downes joined the practice in 1990 and became a partner in 1994. She is a 1989 graduate of Texas A&M University. She has extensive training and interest in Veterinary dentistry. Other interests include all aspects of feline medicine, oncology (cancer) and endocrinology.
Dr. Downes and her husband have one son. Their "extended" family includes two cats, Michigan the polydactyly tabby and Spencer, and Maggie the Cairn Terrier mix. Dr. Downes' hobbies include decorating and gardening.
Dr. Downes is a native Texan born in Temple, Texas. She counts working at McDonald's and Piggly Wiggly among her first jobs. When not at the animal hospital, you might find Dr. Downes toiling in her garden or poring over interior decorating magazines. her first pet was named Mack.
You can contact Dr. Downes at kdownes@ahrdvm.com |
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Dr. Brian J. Huber
Dr. Huber started the Animal Hospital of Rowlett in 1988. He is a 1986 graduate of Kansas State University. He has extensive training in ultrasound and endoscopy. The American Board of Veterinary practitioners recently certified Dr. Huber as a diplomate. This required rigorous study and testing by the board. We are very proud of his achievement. His interests are gastrointestinal disease, cardiology and oncology.
Dr. Huber and his wife Jennifer have three children, Curran, Caroline, and Callahan. The family pets consist of four felines (Bessy, Casper, Brewsky and Casey) and 2 canines; Skippy and Daisy.
Dr. Huber was born in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska, loves the Dallas Cowboys, Golden Retrievers and Border Collies, and wishes he knew how to skydive.
You can contact Dr. Huber at bhuber@ahrdvm.com |
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Dr. Kimberly Ann Clary
Dr. Clary joined the staff in 1993 after graduation from Texas A&M University. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, and her interests include dermatology (allergic skin disease), oncology, emergency and critical care.
Dr. Clary and her husband Mike have an extensive pet family. The zoo consists of two horses, 4 cats and 2 dogs. Dr. Clary enjoys horseback riding, reading and volleyball.
You can contact Dr. Clary at kclary@ahrdvm.com |
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Dr. Wendi Carter
Dr. Carter graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2006. She graduated magna cum laude in 2002 from Southeast Missouri State University with a BS degree in biology. She worked as an associate at Banfield Animal Hospitals from 2006-2009. Her interests include ophthalmology and soft tissue surgery.
Dr. Carter lived in Colorado and Missouri before moving to Texas in 2006. She has two cats Shiga and Malike. In her spare time Dr. Carter likes to enjoy traveling, art, and outdoor activities.
You can contact Dr. Carter at wcarter@ahrdvm.com |
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The staff at Animal Hospital of Rowlett is our greatest asset. Everyone at our hospital is dedicated to helping pet owners understand their pets and learn about preventive health care maintenance. All our staff are pet owners, pet lovers, and are dedicated to providing an exceptional experience for you and your pet.
Continual training and monthly staff meetings keep the staff focused on client service, updates in medicine and diagnostics, and new products. The staff is continually challenging themselves and other team members to improve daily procedures, quality of care, record keeping, and devotion to animal comfort and well-being.
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Hospital Manager
Christen Ehley
Christen receives inspiration from art, music, and good company and is, in fact, quite an accomplished singer. She loves sushi, the sound of the acoustic guitar and wishes she knew how to snowboard. You can contact Christen at cehley@ahrdvm.com.
Christen has been with us since 2008. |
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Client Service Staff
Sherry Durham
In addition to the sound of a kitty purring, Sherry loves fried shrimp, baked potatoes the Dallas Cowboys, and the smell of honeysuckle. She was born in Ohio and claims that not many people know that she used to paint horses. Sherry's first pet was named Pokey.
Sherry has been with us since 1992. |
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Nena Watts
Nena is a native Dallasite who loves her Dallas Cowboys. She always waits three rings before answering her cell phone, likes traveling to Colorado and would love to one day visit Alaska. Her favorite restaurant is Saltgrass Steakhouse and her dog's name is King.
Nena has been with us since 2007.
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Hannah Valenzuela
Hannah loves the Boston Red Sox, hot dogs, the color yellow and the smell of fresh baked cookies. When not taking care of the guests in Pet Hotel, you might find her hanging out at her favorite restaurant, On the Border.
Hannah has been with us since 2008. |
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Rachel Willert
Rachel loves the Cowboys, the color purple, and the movie "Pan's Labyrinth." When not dreaming of one day learning to speak French, Rachel can be found reading Sylvia Plath's "The Bell Jar" while eating Sour Patch Kids candy.
Rachel has been with us since 2008. |
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Cherrie Blaul
Cherrie is a big Chicago Bears fan who also loves working in the garden and traveling with her husband and daughter. Her favorite color is blue, she likes chocolate peanut butter cups, and loves the unconditional love provided by pets. |
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Karen Andrews
When not reading, watching movies or attending a hockey game, Karen can most often be found tending to her two fish tanks or her menagerie of cats. She loves chihuahuas, the smell of fresh cut grass and taking cruises. |
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Ry Crawford-Hurst
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Nursing Staff, RVT
Dorothy Schuld-Johnson
When not watching her favorite NFL team, the Cleveland Browns, you might find Dorothy enjoying a meal at her favorite restaurant, Cafe Istanbul. She loves Singapura cats, the smell of carnations, creme brulee, and the novels of Isaac Asimov but can't stand the smell of cigarettes and is saddened when she has to treat dogs with parvovirus. Her first pet was named Richelle.
Dorothy has been with us since 1999.
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Amanda Majors
When not cheering on her Alabama Crimson Tide, Amanda may be seen helping out with construction at her church, reading, or playing with her son. She loves the challenge of helping animals with complicated medical conditions.
Amanda has been with us since summer of 2010.
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Felicia Fawcett, RVT
Felicia is a happy soul who loves musicals and singing. When not exercising her vocal chords, she can be seen working puzzles and playing games or watching her Denver Broncos. |
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Brittany Smith
Brittany enjoys volunteering, spending time with friends and family, working, and anything that has to do with animals. She particularly likes dogs and has a soft spot for English Bulldogs, Plott Hounds, and Great Danes. Brittany can often be found vacationing at Chickasaw National Park or watching a John Wayne movie. |
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Grooming
Keri Gardner
Keri has been grooming animals for 25 years, mostly in the Collin County area, but we are happy to now have her here at AHR. Keri is married with 4 children, and has 2 dogs (a Shih Tzu and a Great Pyrenese).
"I look forward to meeting clients and giving their dogs and cats the best groom they've ever had."
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Pet Hotel and Spa Staff
Laura Box
Laura is a native Dallasite who loves basketball and the color purple. She includes God, her family, and Batman amongst her heroes, listens to 89.7 (Christian Rock station), and would love to hear "I have been waiting for you, my child" at the gates of Heaven.
Laura has been with us since 2008. |
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Allie Horton
Besides the color pink and the smell of vanilla, Allie loves polar bears, tennis, and the New York Giants. She is fluent in American Sign Language and can often be found watching movies or vacationing in New York. Her favorite breeds of dogs are Beagles and German Shepherds.
Allie has been with us since July, 2010. |
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Michael Willis
Michael has a turtle, two dogs, and two fish tanks. He likes studying biology and watching how animals interact with humans. When not tending to his menagerie at home or at the hospital, Michael can be spotted watching Forrest Gump or reading Hope They Serve Beer in Hell. |
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Simone Gunter
Simone is a big Oklahoma Sooners fan. When not singing "Boomer Sooner," she likes watching movies (especially The Notebook) and eating chocolate. Simone would love to learn how to speak French one day. |
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Tristan Wilkins
Tristan
has a dog and two cats. When not tending to the needs of the furry guests staying in the pet hotel, you might
find Tristan reading about the world's cultures or watching a Quentin Tarantino movie.
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The Animal Hospital of Rowlett is always looking for great people. If you think you have what it takes to help us provide the best veterinary care possible, then please contact us to let us know about yourself and your abilities. Following is a list of current employment opportunities at Animal Hospital of Rowlett.
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Veterinary Technician
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Employer Name: Animal Hospital of Rowlett
Location: Rowlett, Texas
Wage: 10-14/hr
Number Of Openings: 2
Job Description:
We are looking for a highly qualified, experienced veterinary technician with experience in private practice. We will not train basic responsibilities listed below, but we will train to use our computer system, DVMAX.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Able to read ear cytology, u/a, fecals.
• Prepares, cleans and maintains the exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Performs physical examinations; records observations and history on patients in medical records.
• Assists the doctor in medical, surgical and dental procedures; prepares patients for surgery; assists the doctor in administering anesthetics; monitors patients during surgery and recovery; administers fluids.
• Performs dental scaling and cleaning procedures; charts teeth and assists with dental extractions or other procedures as directed by doctor.
• Gives injections and administers oral medications in accordance with government regulations and hospital policy.
• Performs emergency procedures such as control of bleeding, resuscitation with oxygen, opening airways, and external cardiac massage.
• Performs IV catheter insertion and replacement as directed by doctor.
• Assists in restraining pets.
• Records in medical records conversations with clients in legible manner.
• Performs clinical laboratory procedures such as fecal flotation exams, heartworm checks, skin scrapings, urinalysis, and fungal cultures; draws blood for laboratory analysis; maintains file of lab test results and ensures that test results are recorded inpatient records.
• Takes radiographs and administers EKGs and EEGs.
• Admits and discharges patients on the doctor's orders, ensuring that patients are well groomed and in a medically appropriate state. Counsels clients on various aspects of animal care; explains dosage/purpose of medications; reinforces the proper care and procedures that should be followed at home; makes follow-up calls to clients.
• Understands usage and dosage for all prescription drugs including heartworm preventative and prescription flea control products and can readily explain them to the clients.
• Properly cleans all surgical materials after they are used; keeps the operating room properly stocked and prepared for surgery.
• Properly operates and cleans equipment (centrifuge; Antech blood machine; surgical equipment needing milk bath; autoclave).
• Properly cleans the laboratory/pharmacy area, all surgery/dental areas, and all exam rooms as needed.
• Prepares prescriptions as directed by doctor and required by pet.
• Maintains an appropriate inventory of all medical supplies as determined by the inventory control system if directed by owner or hospital manager
• Assists other staff members as required.
• Trains newer staff members on tasks as directed by owner or hospital manager.
• Vacuums hospital as scheduled by hospital manager.
• Returns calls to clients questioning discharge instructions or prescription administration or reactions, referring to a doctor when needed.
• Assists receptionist and kennel with veterinary questions as skills allow to teach them and to allow them to care for pets or make appointments for clients.
• Call owners to remind them of young pet appointments or recalls after veterinary treatment as directed by owners
• Enter charges in computer and review entries to be sure they are correct before receptionist invoices out client, following hospital procedures.
• Performs other duties as determined by the doctors.
Job Requirements:
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed or ill or in pain.
• Can stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
• Is able to work effectively with doctors.
• Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all hospital staff members.
• Has excellent client communication skills with coworkers and clients.
• Is able to learn new tasks quickly, efficiently and correctly and use them as directed
• Is able to train newer staff members as directed by doctor or hospital manager.
Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals (will be assisted or will assist other staff members in lifting animals over 50 lbs). Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent position.
We are a very active, progressive, small animal practice that is looking for the right person to fit in with our staff. No Sunday work, alternating 1/2 Saturday schedule (8am-Noon). Full time work schedule Monday-Friday with daily lunch break; off Sunday and every other Saturday.
For eligible employees, we provide uniforms, 50% of insurance, IRA, paid holidays and vacation.
Job Criteria:
Start Date: Immediately
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required: 1
Education Required: Other
Overnight Travel: None
Vacation Time: 2 weeks / year
Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Life and/or Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Casual Dress, Other Benefits
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Christen Ehley
Company: Animal Hospital of Rowlett
Phone: 972-412-0101
Street: 9501 Lakeview Pkwy
Fax: 972-412-3061
City: Rowlett
State: Texas
Zip: 75088
Web Site: www.ahrdvm.com
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