Shelly Ruuhela, Hospital Manager

I am married with four grown children and one grandson.  I have lived in this area all my life.  I enjoy spending my time with my family and being outdoors whenever possible.  During the summer on Sunday evenings, we get together with our neighbors and cook wonderful meals over an open fire.  Last summer it was 17 weekends straight!  During the winter, we get everyone out on the lake for fishing and more great cookouts.  I have worked all my life in the medical field.  I started out as a dental assistant.  I then went to ward secretary/nursing assistant  at the hospital and have completed a first responder's course.  I worked in many different departments in the hospital and found myself loving the medical field and working with the public.  That was not the case with the different shifts, not to mention weekends and holidays.  In the spring of 2000, I changed direction and started a career at NCVC and love it!   Here I get to work with all our wonderful clients, their pets and still get to learn about the dental and medical fields.

Kelly Grife, Certified Veterinary Technician

I graduated from the University of Minnesota, Waseca as a veterinary technician in 1987.  From February, 1988 until September, 1997, I worked at an animal hospital in Houston Texas.  I came to work here in October, 1997 as a laboratory technician.  I also deal with our inventory.

Amanda Boggs-Roach, Certified Veterinary Technician

I have been working at North Country Veterinary Clinic since 2005.  It has been my first job as a veterinary technician since graduating from Ridgewater College in 2004.  Over the years, I have adopted numerous animals--everything from guinea hens to one eyed cats and dogs.  In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and attending a good garage sale from time to time.

Michelle Gravelle, Certified Veterinary Technician

I graduated from Argosy in 1999.  I worked at a veterinary clinic in Robbinsdale and in Osseo, Minnesota prior to moving to the Iron Range in 2004.  I have been working at North Country Veterinary Clinic since 2004 as a CVT.

Deb Laney, Certified Veterinary Technician

I grew up in International Falls.  I graduated from Argosy University in 2005 and worked in Brooklyn Park after graduation.  In 2006, I moved to Grand Rapids to get closer to home.  I have three dogs and one cat.  Two are Shetland Sheepdogs, Chazz and Keta, and the other is a Rottweiler/Lab mix, Toby.  My cat is McKitty.  I enjoy activities outdoors, reading and baking.

Emma Schussman, Certified Veterinary Technician

I graduaged from North Dakota State University with a Bachelors degree in Veterinary Technology in 2008.  Working at North Country Veterinary Clinic has been my first job since graduating.  In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Ricky, being outdoors and riding and showing horses.

James McCluskey, Certified Veterinary Technician

I moved to the Grand Rapids area in 2009 and really enjoy the area and people.  I received an Associate degree in Veterinary Technologies at the end of 2009 and passed ny national certification soon after.  I started at North Country Veterinary Clinic at the beginning of 2010 and feel very fortunate to be employed at such a professional and dynamic clinic.  North Country allows me to use all my work skills achieved over the years and the team work I feel here is second to none.  When not working, I enjoy spending time with my wife, Janice, hiking, skiing and visiting with family and friends.

 

 

Holly Hron, Certified Veterinary Technician

I grew up in the Grand Rapids area and currently reside on a small farm with my husband, Teddy, our two sons, Colby and Jeremiah, and our dog, Benelli.  We also have six horses and a miniature mule.  I graduated from Duluth Business University in 2010 and passed the VTNE (Veterinary Technician National Examination) shortly after graduation.  I truly love working at North Country Veterinary Clinic.  My job is genuinely rewarding!   Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends and I love to do a lot of "horse related" activities, including showing and trail riding.

Lindsay Simonson, Receptionist/Assistant