We at Sun Lakes Animal Clinic are thrilled to have our very own Harmony Stapley CVT win the Veterinary Team Player Award from the Veterinary Health Care Team of Arizona! The Veterinary Team Player Award (formerly known as the Arizona Veterinary Technician of the Year Award) is awarded once yearly to the Arizona Vet Tech who has best exemplified the 10 important characteristics of a veterinary team player. Nominees are reviewed from all over the state and only one lucky Veterinary Technician is chosen each year.

The qualities Harm possesses that impressed the review committee are her empathy and caring for not only the pets we see but also for their owners and for her follow staff members. Of special note was Harmony's knowledge of all aspects of the clinic operation; from kennels to surgical assistance; lab procedures to reception, exam rooms and just about anything else that needs to be done: Harmony is our all around go-to-gal!

The ten qualities of a highly effective staff member are (1) accountability, (2) knowledge, (3) empathy, (4) dedication, (5) professionalism, (6) loyalty, (7) respect, (8) responsibility, (9) positive attitude, and (10) tolerance. The committee felt Harm excelled at these and we agree!

Again please join us in extending our congratulations to our very own Harmony Stapley, this "year's" Veterinary Team Player of the Year!