Author: Olivia

I never liked putting money first-ever in life. I always put process/passion/people first. But i am at the juncture where i have to put money first. and that just make me feel obsessed about the fact and something stops me from doing anything. ​ i have multiple skills , but i detest selling them for money.

So I am a registered veterinary technician, I monitor anesthesthetized animals, perform dental cleanings and oral surgery, take xrays, draw blood, read diagnostics/cytologies, maintain medical records, etc etc. I am paid $21 per hour in California. I had my my first year review at this clinic, and keep in mind the boss just bought another hospital and has been struggling financially. She pointed out so many negatives that I quickly and politely corrected her on, and then she went on to say I was too slow (yet I make the least mistakes, get thorough patient histories, and complete my records before anyone else does…). She decided to halt my RVT responsibilities, and handed me a packet of veterinary assistant skills (step below RVT without the school or licensing) to “master” and have signed off. I started crying during the review and was so fucking embarrassed. I am good at what…