Licensed Veterinary Technicians ​& Veterinary Assistants
Kennel Technicians & Professional Pet Groomer

Haley Austin, LVT   -   Haley joined the team at Blue Ridge Animal Clinic in June 2018 shortly after graduating from Blue Ridge Community College where she earned her AAS in Veterinary Technology.  Haley can be found working with both large and small animals at the clinic, but she has developed a particular interest in surgery and anesthesia.   Haley is from Buchanan, Virginia. She lives on a farm with both sheep and beef cattle and also has several dogs and cats at home.

Nell Smith, LVT   -   Nell graduated from Blue Ridge Community College in 1981 with her AAS in Veterinary Technology.  She worked at various practices in the Shenandoah Valley prior to bringing her experience in the field to Blue Ridge Animal Clinic in 2006.  Nell enjoys the being a part of the interaction between owners and their beloved pets.  Nell lives in Lexington and has two children, Kaitlin and Zev.

Jordan Taylor, LVT  -  Jordan joined Blue Ridge Animal Clinic in 2014 beginning her career as a veterinary assistant.  She continued working at the clinic during her education to become a licensed veterinary technician.  She graduated from Blue Ridge Community College with her AAS in Veterinary Technology in 2016.  Jordan has a special interest in both surgery and anesthesia. ​Jordan is from Bath County, Virginia. She enjoys spending time with her husband and their son Briar, as well as riding her horses in her time away from the clinic.

Mikayla Woodzell, Veterinary Assistant  -  Mikayla joined Blue Ridge Animal Clinic as a Veterinary Assistant in 2015.  She enjoys equine medicine.  She also finds assisting animals in their recovery from injuries and illnesses to be particularly rewarding. ​Mikayla is from Bath County, Virginia and currently resides there with her 4 horses, 3 dogs, and 1 cat.

Jade Conner, Veterinary Assistant  -  Jade has been on the team at Blue Ridge Animal Clinic since 2016.  She is  is currently pursuing her AAS in Veterinary Technology.  Helping sick and injured animals is the most fulfilling part of Jade’s work in the veterinary field. ​ Jade is from Lexington, Virginia.  Her biggest pride in life is being a mother to her two sons. In her spare time, she loves being outdoors and spending time with her family and pets.

Kaitlyn Pixton, Veterinary Assistant  -  Kaitlyn became part of the BRAC family in June of 2022 and is originally from Wytheville, VA.  She graduated from William and Mary and has plans to attend vet school in the future.  Kaitlyn's favorite part of the job is helping animals feel their best and learning new things about them every day.  In her free time, Kaitlyn enjoys spending time with her husband, running, horseback riding, and doing other outdoor activities.

Randie Groah, LVT  -  Randie started her career in the veterinary field in high school working as an assistant and kennel attendant at practices in the Shenandoah Valley.  She graduated from Blue Ridge Community College in 2017 with her AAS in Veterinary Technology.  ​Randie joined Blue Ridge Animal Clinic in 2017.  She has special interests in dental cleanings, radiology, ultrasound, and performing lab work. ​Randie is from Raphine, Virginia.  She continues her love of animal care at home with many pets including dogs, cats, goats, rabbits, fish, a pony, and a turtle.

Bettsy Bottomley Professional Pet Groomer

Kaitie Trout - Kennel Technician

Ally McElroy - Kennel Technician