Veterinary Nurse Sarah has been working at Lort Smith for almost five years, and previously worked in private practice for six. She has two cheeky French bulldogs of her own, as well as a very handsome domestic shorthair named Gaston.
Sarah loves the fast pace of Lort Smith, and the variety of interesting cases, which always create opportunities for more learning.
"I've never had experience using a CT scanner, multiple pathology machines, dental radiography or the chance to work in an Intensive Care Unit. Lort Smith has given me many opportunities to further my nursing knowledge," says Sarah.
I have never worked with such supportive, friendly and welcoming staff.
Nurse Sarah
Working a variety of shifts, Sarah enjoys theatre, as there are many different and difficult surgeries performed. She relishes the chance to learn new techniques and skills, and to use unique instruments and gadgets.
Happy to work the overnight shift, Sarah admits that working in a one-vet, one-nurse team can be really challenging, especially if the hospital is busy. But she finds it incredibly rewarding looking after critically ill patients and getting them back to better health.
Sarah loves that she can work in a role she's so passionate about: caring for animals. She also credits her love for her job to the amazing team at Lort Smith.
"I have never worked with such supportive, friendly and welcoming staff."
Lort Smith is incredibly fortunate to have such experienced, dedicated and motivated vet nurses as Sarah on our team. Thank you, Sarah, for always doing the very best you can.