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Supervising Licensed Veterinary Technician

Payton

Payton is the Licensed Veterinary Technician Supervisor at Aliante Animal Hospital. She was born and raised in Las Vegas. Payton got her career started in animal medicine at Lone Mountain Animal Hospital where she began as an animal caretaker. 

Payton said she originally wanted to be an English teacher but changed her mind when she started working in animal medicine. She has a special interest in emergency medicine as well as dental hygiene, and her favorite part about working in animal medicine is seeing the patients’ road to recovery. 

In her free time, Payton and her partner, Ian, enjoy spending time with her two Labradors, Daisy and Griswold, and her cat Sherbert.

Supervising Exam Room Assistant

Stephanie

Stephanie is originally from San Jose, CA and moved to Las Vegas in 1998. She has always had a passion for animals and began working at Aliante Animal Hospital three years ago, where she was given the opportunity to study to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician.  

Stephanie’s favorite thing about working for Aliante Animal Hospital is that she can get to know the patients and boarders and build connections with them. “To be able to build that bond with them warms my heart and allows me to understand the difference that I can make in the veterinary world,” Stephanie said. 

When she isn’t caring for animals at Aliante, Stephanie enjoys spending time in nature, painting, and playing video games. She has two pitbulls, Slushee and Greisyn, and several exotics including lizards, snakes, and fish. 

Customer Service Supervisor

Rhea Logan

Growing up in a military family, Rhea Logan had the opportunity to travel extensively before her family eventually settled in Los Angeles, California. No matter where life took her, one thing remained constant: her love for animals and her passion for helping others.

From a young age, Rhea developed a deep appreciation for animal care while helping her father nurse kittens and dogs back to health and find loving homes for animals in need. With family pets always by her side, including a Labrador mix named LT and a Maine Coon mix named Groo, she quickly learned that a home never feels quite complete without a furry companion.

After spending much of her life in California and frequently visiting Las Vegas, Rhea recently made the city her permanent home. She brings 10 years of customer service experience and nine years of experience in the pet industry to her role as Client Service Supervisor at Aliante Animal Hospital. Her professional background includes childcare, volunteering at veterinary clinics, and working in pet retail, all of which have strengthened her commitment to providing compassionate, attentive service.

What initially drew Rhea to Aliante Animal Hospital was the team’s genuine dedication to its patients and their families. From her very first interview, she recognized a shared passion for making a positive difference in the lives of animals. She knew she had found a team that valued the same compassion, kindness, and commitment to exceptional care that she strives to demonstrate every day.

As Client Service Supervisor, Rhea is passionate about creating a welcoming, supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and comfortable asking questions. She believes that clear communication, empathy, and trust are essential to building lasting relationships with pet parents. Whether a family is visiting for a routine wellness exam or navigating a more concerning health issue, Rhea wants every client to know they have a team they can count on.

One of the most rewarding aspects of her role is the opportunity to connect personally with clients and help them feel informed and confident in their pets’ care. She also enjoys the continuous learning that comes with working in veterinary medicine, from discovering new ways to care for her own pets to meeting unique breeds and exotic animals.

As a leader, Rhea believes in teamwork, taking initiative, and supporting her colleagues whenever possible. She strives to foster a positive, collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to provide the best possible experience for patients and their families.

Outside of work, Rhea has a lively household filled with four-legged and scaly companions! Her furry family includes Athena and Zeus, two playful retrievers; Buddy, a spirited Border Collie; and a colony of cats, including Jetti and Kih, who have mastered the art of finding treats. Rounding out the family is Sol, her leopard gecko, who brings a little extra sunshine to their home.

In her free time, Rhea enjoys taking her pets on adventures, including walks and trips to the drive-in movies. She also loves exploring farmers markets, visiting pet-friendly cafés, and discovering scenic locations where she can pursue her passion for photography. When she’s not spending time with her animals, you can often find her enjoying a good audiobook or podcast.

Above all, Rhea is excited to be part of the Aliante Animal Hospital family and looks forward to building meaningful relationships with clients while helping ensure every pet receives the compassion, attention, and care they deserve.

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Brenda

Brenda is a local here in Las Vegas and is a licensed veterinary technician. She has worked with animals for many years, both in retail and in veterinary clinics. She is excited to join the Aliante team to grow as a veterinary technician and gain more experience so that she can do more for the pets in her care.

“Ever since I started working with animals, I’ve always wanted to do more. I wanted to be involved in work that would directly benefit the animals themselves,” Brenda explained.

All throughout her life, Brenda has been surrounded by animals. Her family always had dogs and now, as an adult, she has had dogs, cats, a bearded dragon, lizards, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, and more. Brenda loves being around animals and currently has a dog named Tonka and three cats named Gwen, Idris, and Cho.

In her spare time, Brenda loves to read fantasy, science fiction, comics, and manga. She is also an enjoys working out and is an avid weightlifter.

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Elerie

Originally from Washington, Elerie moved to Las Vegas in 2018.

Growing up with two dachshunds fostered her love for animals and influenced her path into veterinary medicine. Before entering the field, she worked in housekeeping until the COVID-19 pandemic led her to reevaluate her career path. Seeking a more stable profession, she began working as an assistant at Centennial Animal Hospital and later at Aliante Animal Hospital.

Her passion for the field grew, prompting her to pursue becoming a licensed technician in May 2023. During her training, she gained valuable experience with exotic animals while shadowing at Lone Mountain Animal Hospital.

When not at work, Elerie enjoys watching TV and spending time with her pets – two German shepherds and a chihuahua.

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Sarah

Sarah is originally from New Hampshire. She grew up with pets but was terrified of dogs. Her sister always had stray cats she would nurse back to health and worked at animal sanctuaries where she bottle-fed tigers. Sarah always admired her sister’s work with animals.

After moving to North Carolina, where she spent 5 years, Sarah worked as a Barista. She initially thought this would be her career path because she didn’t envision returning to school unless it was for something she was passionate about.

While in North Carolina, Sarah researched schools offering veterinary assistant programs but found none in the area, so she started dog sitting and discovered she loved it. Following her husband’s family move to California, they relocated to Las Vegas, where she continued dog sitting. She again researched veterinary programs and found PIMA. With her husband’s encouragement, she decided to pursue her dreams.

Once enrolled, Sarah realized she wanted to go further and become a veterinary technician. In March of 2025, she achieved her goal and became a licensed veterinary technician.

In her spare time, Sarah enjoys playing video games, writing music, and hanging out with her pets.

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Averie

Jacob was born and raised in Las Vegas.

He grew up with a variety of pets including dogs, a cat, guinea pigs, a hamster, a chinchilla, and lots of fish.

After high school, Jacob wasn’t quite sure about his career path, but he knew he wanted to work with animals. This led him to enroll in the CSN veterinary program. During this time, he worked at Kohl’s.

In 2024, he began attending PIMA Medical Institute. While completing his PIMA classes, he left Kohl’s to start his first position in veterinary medicine at Aliante Animal Hospital.

Currently, Jacob is a Veterinary Technician in Training (VTIT). He’s enthusiastic about growing in this field and aspires to eventually work with exotic animals.

In his spare time, Jacob enjoys reading, writing, playing games, and creating artwork.

Veterinary Technician in Training

Zaria

A Las Vegas native, Zaria grew up with a Russell terrier who sparked her interest in animal care. Her professional journey began at Cafe Zupa before she found her path in veterinary medicine, progressing from kennel attendant to veterinary assistant, and now serving as a veterinary technician in training.

She recently completed her Bachelor’s degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry in May 2025. Ambitious and dedicated, Zaria is working towards her ultimate goal of becoming a veterinarian. As a VTIT, she is eager to expand her clinical skills, particularly looking forward to performing dental procedures independently.

When not pursuing her veterinary career, Zaria maintains an active lifestyle through working out and enjoys expressing her creativity in the kitchen through cooking and baking, as well as unwinding with her favorite TV shows.

Veterinary Technician in Training

Ericka

Originally from a small rural area in Pennsylvania, Ericka moved to Las Vegas 3 years ago. She has always dreamed of being in veterinary medicine. While all of her friends watched Disney Channel, Ericka preferred National Geographic and Animal Planet.

When she moved to Las Vegas, she started working at Camp Bow Wow, a dog daycare facility. After less than a year there, she enrolled at PIMA in 2022 to earn her veterinary assistant certificate. In May 2022, she applied for a kennel position at Aliante Animal Hospital and steadily worked her way up, progressing from the kennel to becoming an assistant.

Ericka began studying at Penn Foster in August 2023 and achieved her VTIT status at the end of September 2024. As a Veterinary Technician in Training, she is excited about expanding her skillset and learning new techniques.

She particularly enjoys handling emergency situations, as that’s where she feels technicians truly shine. She also has a special interest in dental procedures.

In her spare time, Ericka enjoys reading romance novels, listening to murder mystery podcasts, and spending time with her four cats.

Veterinary Technician in Training

Paiton

Paiton was born in Chicago but moved to Las Vegas when she was 2 years old. In middle school, she was able to convince her parents to get a dog, which she fondly remembers as a great companion.

She has wanted to be a veterinarian since childhood, which led her to earn her bachelor’s degree in pre-veterinary medicine in Arizona. While pursuing her education, she worked as a bridal consultant for 7 years.

After graduating, Paiton took some time before enrolling at PIMA in 2023 to obtain her certification. Upon completion, she returned to Las Vegas in 2024.

She applied to Aliante Animal Hospital as a veterinary assistant and is currently applying to several veterinary schools. As a licensed technician, she looks forward to developing her skills and gaining the hands-on experience she’s been eager to acquire.

Her professional goal is to work with exotic animals or possibly serve as a veterinarian at an aquarium.

In her spare time, Paiton enjoys crocheting and watching reality television.