Registered Veterinary Technicians

Lead RVT

    Edna earned her Associates of Science of Veterinary Technology from Penn Foster in 2012. Her love for all things furry and otherwise has driven her desire to care for and learn about animals. She has attended many seminars and conferences, mostly focusing on nutrition and dentistry. 
    Edna is a long time, dedicated employee of Docton Animal Clinic; she joined the Docton team in 1994. Edna’s favorite part of veterinary medicine is helping pets live healthier lives through treatment and client education. She is our lead surgery technician, assisting in surgery procedures and dental cleanings. If your pet needs a procedure done, Edna will likely be caring for your pet! Edna is also responsible for creating and maintaining our employee schedule, coordinating shift coverage and adjusting staffing needs to support both the team and the clinic’s workflow.​
    Edna is a life-time resident of the Greene/Clinton County area. She and her husband, Trent, have 3 children. Besides caring for her family, farm life – including chickens, cattle, a horse, and goats – keeps her busy in her time away from work. Some of Edna’s current furry kids include 6 dogs: Athena, Bella and Tank (all Great Pyrenees), Mario (a Brittany mix), Annie (a Brittany) and Milly (a rat terrier, pictured). She also has 3 cats, Alex, Tigger, and Chestnut.

Inventory Manager

     Jessica is a Xenia native, graduating from Xenia High School in 2007. She earned her Associates of Science of Veterinary Technology from University of Cincinnati Blue Ash in 2013, passing her national boards to earn the title Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) that same year. She furthered her education, graduating in 2017, with a Bachelor's of Veterinary Technology from St. Petersburg College.
    Jessica is committed to helping our clients here at Docton provide their animals with exceptional care. Jessica loves the variety of veterinary medicine - she assists in surgery and enjoys interacting with patients and their owners during their appointments.
    Jessica took lead in redesigning our internal training program from the ground up, giving it a long-overdue update that strengthens staff development and ensures smooth, consistent training for new hires. In 2025, she also took over the clinic’s inventory management, a role that requires exceptional organization and attention to detail. She is responsible for ordering and maintaining all medications, vaccines, prescriptions, medical supplies, and equipment needed to keep the clinic running efficiently. 
    When she is not working hard at the clinic, Jessica enjoys gardening, going on walks, and spending time with her three children. She has a Golden Retriever, Raven, and six chickens.​

    Leanna is a Beavercreek native and joined our team in 2020. She graduated from Sinclair in 2017 with an Associates Degree of Applied Science in Veterinary Technology. Leanna’s upbeat energy, love for learning, and passion for both pets and their owners makes her a valued member of our team. 
​    When she’s not caring for animals, she brings history to life through her work as a performer at the Ohio Renaissance Festival and Yuletide Village. At her Xenia home, she enjoys spending time with her family and her beloved Corgi, Sammamish. Though his legs be short, his spirit be mighty - Sir Sammamish gallopeth not, but doth waddle with honor.

    Melissa graduated from The Vet Tech Institute at Bradford School and earned her Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) title in 2016 and has been making a difference in animal lives ever since. She joined our team in 2024 after moving to the Xenia area from Wooster, Ohio.
    Melissa brings a sharp mind and a compassionate heart to every patient she cares for. She has a special passion for veterinary dentistry and finds great satisfaction in transforming a pet's health through their oral care! Helping animals feel better, eat more comfortably, and improve their overall well-being through dental treatments is what fuels her work. Melissa also enjoys working on dermatology cases, finding it rewarding to help pets get relief from skin issues and to see their progress through treatment and rechecks. Her dedication ensures pets leave feeling better-and owners do, too. 
    When she is not caring for patients, you’ll find her hiking local trails, working out, or cooking up something delicious for her family and friends. Melissa and her husband welcomed their first daughter in early 2025. They also have six lovable dogs, one cat, and a whole lot of fur! The dogs include three Labrador Retrievers: Bond, Bevie, and Bodie; two Retriever mixes: Baron and Blaze; and a Labradoodle, Blanche. Not to be forgotten is their very patient and loving cat, Bolt.

    Mendi joined our team in early 2025 and immediately fit right in! She began her career in veterinary medicine in 2008 after graduating from high school. She went on to pursue her Associates of Science Degree in Veterinary Technology at the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash, graduating in the spring of 2016. That same summer she passed her national boards to earn the title Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). 
    Mendi has a deep compassion for animals and their families. Known for her calm demeanor, sharp mind, and gentle presence, she finds her true calling in end-of-life and hospice care. She takes pride in providing comfort and dignity to patients during their final moments, supporting both pets and their loves ones with empathy and grace.
    Outside of work Mendi enjoys spending time with her family and watching baseball. Mendi is a long-time Jamestown resident and currently lives in the Xenia area with her husband, son, and their English Pointer, Davis.

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    Makayla joined our team in 2025 as a Registered Veterinary Technician with many years of experience. As a Jamestown native, she grew up with a love for animals that shaped her career path. She graduated from the Greene County Career Center’s Veterinary Science program in 2016 and went on to earn her Associate of Science in Veterinary Technology from Sinclair Community College in 2019, passing her VTNE the same year to become an RVT.
    Makayla loves to help educate clients on how to best care for their pets and finds joy in seeing the happiness animals bring to families. Her favorite part of veterinary medicine is supporting pets in living long, healthy, and happy lives, while continuing to grow her own knowledge and skills in the field.
    Outside of the clinic, Makayla enjoys spending time with her husband, Will, as well as family and friends on the farm, at rodeos, and in the great outdoors. As a lifelong rodeo enthusiast since the age of two, she remains active as a board member, mentoring younger generations and supporting 4-H activities with her niece, nephew, and godsons. At home, Makayla’s life is filled with her beloved pets: three Blue Heelers—Ella, Wynonna, and Mercedes; her English Shepherd, Waylon; and two cats, Sam and Pistol.