Today we’d like to introduce you to Rayjean Morgan.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I became registered as a veterinary technician in 2016 and have since worked in veterinary emergency hospitals, referral, hospitals, and general practice. I always saw a need to help more pet owners.
Some cats and dogs tend to get very stressed coming to the vet and some of the services offered can be performed at home: subcutaneous fluid administration, nail trims, and medication administration. I decided to start a business to help pet owners at home and there’s definitely been a need for my services.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
One struggle was learning about how to run a business. I love what I do and that’s what I focus on. Learning about spreadsheets, website design, social media presence, and finances has been an ongoing and difficult process. It takes time away from doing what I love but I know it has to be done.
My mental and physical health were the biggest struggles I faced early on. I was newly diagnosed with eczema (contact dermatitis) and that affected my depression, finances, and will to press on. I luckily received an enormous amount of support and care that has helped me both mentally and physically and has motivated me to continue doing what I love. I now have a huge “toolbox” of things to manage depression and eczema.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Marleys Angels Mobile Vet. Techs.?
I am a registered veterinary technician. I went to the Community College of Baltimore County, Essex, for a 2-year program and once completed, was able to take the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) in order to obtain a license. I renew my license every 3 years by continuing to follow the laws associated with my license and attending continuing education courses.
My passion is animal nutrition but I love the thought of being a “jack of all trades” technician where I know a little bit about as much as possible. I can learn. I have experience working in internal medicine where I performed anesthesia, which I love, aiding in endoscopies on cats and dogs, and learned a lot about client communication regarding a lot of topics.
I’ve worked in dermatology where I learned about skin conditions of cats and dogs, and I’ve worked in emergency and general practice. Whenever I have the opportunity to learn a new skill or dive into a specific topic, I try to take it. I’m most proud of my perseverance in this field. This field can be hard physically, mentally, and emotionally and there have been times when I wondered if this was for me, or if I should be pursuing something else.
Support, opportunities, and exploring various avenues in the field have invigorated me to push on and be able to start a business. I’m not sure what sets me apart from others because I see the veterinary field as a community where everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses that help progress veterinary medicine as a whole. I don’t see anything that sets me apart from others. I see that any knowledge and skills that I carry set me closer to my veterinary community.
Contact Info:
- Website: marleysangelsrvt.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marleysangelsrvt/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Marleys-Angels-Mobile-Vet-Techs/61557713302168/
Image Credits
Kristin Sparkman, Gardenista Creations, and Pawject Runway
