Marion, OH Veterinary Staff
Melissa, Veterinary Technician
Melissa has been a registered veterinary technician at The Yancey Clinic of Veterinary Medicine since 2005.
"I love working at this clinic because my skills are used to the fullest," she said. "Knowing at the end of the day that I made a difference — either with a client or their pet — is a great feeling."
Melissa earned her associate's degree of applied science in Veterinary Technology from Columbus State Community College. She is a member of the National Association of Veterinary Technicians. Prior to joining the clinic, she volunteered at the Ohio Wildlife Center, where she helped care for sick and injured animals.
When not at the clinic, Melissa can be found spending time with her family & friends. She and her husband have 4 daughters. They are active in soccer, gymnastics and 4-H.
She shares her home with a Great Pyrenees named Oliver, a cat named Ruby, a goldfish, a hamster, and a breeding pair of Netherland dwarf rabbits.
Ashlee, Veterinary Technician
Ashlee joined The Yancey Clinic of Veterinary Medicine in May 2013 as a Registered Veterinary Technician. She earned her Associates Degree in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology from Penn Foster.
When not at the clinic, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. Her hobbies include watching football, exercising and shopping.
She and her husband have two daughters and a son. She also shares her home with two dogs, Briste and Mayla, and three cats; Luda, Dundee and Barnee.
Darian, Veterinary Assistant
Darian has been a veterinary assistant at The Yancey Clinic of Veterinary Medicine since 2017. She has always had a love for animals and enjoys working hands on with them.
She is enrolled in the veterinary technician program Penn Foster and will graduate in 2023. She is looking forward to performing technician duties within the clinic.
Darian has a 5 year old son that keeps her busy while not at work. He is active in basketball, baseball and soccer. She enjoys attending sporting events, horseback riding and outdoor activities.
She shares her home with a husky/shepherd mix name Kobe, and will always have a special place in her heart for horses.
Jen, Receptionist
Jen has been at The Yancey Clinic of Veterinary Medicine since 2019. She attended Stautzenberger University and is a licensed veterinary technician, that now enjoys being the receptionist. She values the client connections she has built, and prides herself on trying to make each client’s experience a pleasant one.
She and her husband have three daughters. She enjoys reading and spending time with her family and friends outside the office. She also shares her home with two poodles and a cat.