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December 2023
Employee of the Month, December 2023
This month’s prize winner is Sadie McDonald, CVT, of Hawthorne Animal Hospital in Glen Carbon, Illinois!
Sadie McDonald, CVT
Veterinary Technician
Hawthorne Animal Hospital—
Glen Carbon, Illinois
Started in veterinary medicine: 2013
Years with practice: 6
Nominated by: Kelsie Reider
Why Is Sadie So Awesome?
Sadie is an excellent employee who gives 110% every shift. She is dependable and smart, has amazing tech skills, knows every aspect of the hospital, is responsible and reliable, puts her patient care first, and is able to think outside of the box. Sadie is an open door to talk to about all of the different responsibilities she has at Hawthorne.
How Does Sadie Go Above and Beyond?
Sadie is always going the extra mile when taking care of the patients in the front and back of the hospital. She is always willing to step in and help when doctors need help. She is wonderful at communicating complicated diagnoses to clients in ways that help them better understand. She is always willing to stand up for coworkers when necessary. She knows all aspects of the hospital, which allows her to understand and empathize with coworkers in all departments.
In Her Own Words
Why do you love your job?
I love that when I go home at the end of the day, I always feel like I made a difference. I also love that every day is different, and you never know what you are going to see or do when you come in to your shift.
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Pets at home:
I have a six-year-old mixed-breed dog named Tipsy.
What brought you to the profession?
I started working as an animal care attendant when I was 19 and started to shadow surgeries over time. I fell in love with veterinary medicine after that.
Hobbies outside of work:
I have a three-year-old and a one-year-old, with another on the way, so most of my time is spent running them around! I also enjoy reading and listening to true crime podcasts.
Favorite book/TV show:
My favorite book is The Woman in the Window by A. J. Finn. My favorite show is You, and my favorite actor is Steve Howey.
Photo courtesy of Hawthorne Animal Hospital