Influential Woman · Veterinary Emergency Medicine
Jennifer Kutch, RVT, LVT, CVPM
CVPM
Hospital Manager, Registered Vet Tech, Emergency Veterinary Care Centers
Mishawaka, IN
Her Story
About Jennifer
I began my veterinary career in 2010 as a veterinary assistant while attending veterinary technology school, earning my Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) credential in 2011. After seven years in general practice, I transitioned to emergency medicine, where I spent four years advancing my clinical skills and responsibilities as a technician. During that time, I also worked part-time in large animal medicine, broadening my experience across multiple areas of veterinary care.
In 2020, I transitioned into veterinary hospital leadership as a Hospital Manager. Over the past several years, I have focused on developing my leadership, operational, and team management skills while also earning a Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. I currently oversee a large 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital, a role that has been the most rewarding milestone of my career. I thrive in the fast-paced nature of emergency medicine, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to support both patients and teams.
Most recently, I earned my Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) certification, culminating two years of dedicated study and professional development. I remain passionate about fostering positive workplace culture, developing high-performing teams, and advancing excellence in veterinary medicine.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Jennifer
01What do you attribute your success to?
Just the drive to consistently grow. I don't do well when I'm stagnant. I want to keep growing, I want to keep learning. I'm always asking what's next.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
To not give up or leave when it gets hard. We all have hard days but have to stick through them knowing better days are coming.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Get as much experience as you can, whether by shadowing, volunteering, or taking on different jobs. Try large animal, small animal, emergency medicine, or specialty centers to find where your passion truly lies in veterinary medicine.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
There is a noticeable doctor shortage and registered tech shortage across the country. Staffing is the biggest challenge we face.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
As a leader, meeting the team where they are, having direct but respectful conversations, giving respect to receive respect, and fairness for everyone.
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