In this episode of Endless Journeys, Jen and Michelle dive into impostor syndrome, the power of honest conversations in the veterinary field, and why vulnerability matters. They also share listener feedback and discuss practical tips for mobile care equipment, including how their setups have evolved to reduce physical strain and work more efficiently.

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In this episode of Endless Journeys: The Vet Tech Odyssey, Michelle walks through the evolution of her onboarding form for her mobile tech business and how it has changed over the years to better reflect her expectations, safety standards, and client boundaries.

She shares the lessons that shaped those updates, why clear communication upfront prevents conflict later, and how a strong onboarding process protects both the technician and the client relationship.

If you run your own business — or hope to one day — this episode is a practical look at why your onboarding form should grow with you.

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In this episode of Endless Journeys: The Vet Tech Odyssey, Jen and Michelle discuss the stigma around job hopping and how the veterinary career landscape is changing. They explore relief work realities, setting boundaries, communicating limitations, and navigating challenges like radiology with integrity.

Plus, in this week’s Question of the Week, they answer: Where does everyone get their rad badges from?

If you’re navigating career transitions or learning to advocate for yourself, this episode is for you.

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Keywords

vet tech, job hopping, veterinary medicine, relief work, radiology, veterinary entrepreneurship, burnout, job satisfaction, veterinary career, veterinary technician

In this episode of Endless Journeys: The Vet Tech Odyssey, we sit down with Ellyse, founder of Felix and Fido, to explore her journey from registered veterinary technician to in-home care business owner. She shares the challenges and rewards of building a mobile veterinary service, the importance of licensed technicians in delivering quality patient care, and the need for greater recognition, fair compensation, and sustainable work environments in the profession. This conversation highlights collaboration, boundaries to prevent burnout, and what’s possible when RVTs step into leadership beyond the clinic walls.

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In this Question of the Week episode of Endless Journeys: The Vet Tech Odyssey, hosts Jen and Michelle tackle “New Clinic, Same Anxiety”—a common challenge for relief vet techs.

They discuss navigating unfamiliar clinics, balancing confidence with humility, and the importance of communication in fast-paced environments. The episode also celebrates Veronica Torres on becoming a licensed veterinary technician and business owner, highlighting the growth and resilience of vet tech entrepreneurs.

Have a question you want featured? Submit it for an upcoming Question of the Week episode!

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The Relief Tech Contract Playbook

Michelle and Jen discuss the essentials of contract work for relief veterinary technicians. From building a solid contract to setting clear boundaries, they share practical tips on communication, professionalism, and protecting both the technician and the clinic. This episode offers guidance and encouragement for techs considering relief work and navigating the emotional demands of the field with confidence.

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In this special collaborative episode, we join Athletic Conceptual Training for a candid, high-energy conversation with Ryan Johnson and Katelyn Warford. In this 30-minute video interview, Ryan and Katelyn turn the tables and interview us—diving into our podcast journey, our individual businesses, and the paths that led us to building careers outside of traditional veterinary medicine.

We talk openly about entrepreneurship, mindset, burnout, and the importance of caring for your body and your career. This episode highlights the power of collaboration across industries and how athletic performance principles, resilience, and intentional growth translate seamlessly into veterinary medicine and business ownership.

This conversation sparked even more ideas behind the scenes, and we’re excited to share that future collaborations are already in the works—including a Part 2 you won’t want to miss!

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• How our podcast and individual businesses came to life

• The realities of entrepreneurship in veterinary medicine

• Parallels between athletic training, performance, and career longevity

• Burnout, sustainability, and caring for your body as a professional

• The value of cross-industry collaboration

• What’s next for this partnership

Featured Guests: Ryan Johnson & Katelyn Warford Founders of Athletic Conceptual Training

What’s Next: This is just the beginning. More collaborative conversations are coming, and Part 2 is already in the works, where we’ll dive even deeper into performance, recovery, and long-term success in demanding careers.

In this episode, we sit down with Emily Piché, RVT, a specialist in hospice and palliative care for pets, to explore how comfort-focused medicine can benefit both patients and veterinary practices.

Emily shares how implementing palliative and hospice care programs can increase revenue, strengthen client relationships, and provide meaningful support for pets and families. We also discuss how these services help reduce compassion fatigue, improve team wellbeing, and allow veterinary professionals to practice more sustainable, values-aligned care.

This conversation reframes end-of-life care as an opportunity for growth, impact, and sustainability in veterinary medicine.

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Emily’s published research about the untapped potential of RVTs in hospice care –

https://www.cabidigitallibrary.org/doi/10.1079/hai.2025.0034

AHAH Study –

https://www.aaha.org/trends-magazine/publications/the-golden-years-encouraging-veterinary-visits-for-senior-pets/

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RVT50 code for training

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