Research indicates that over 25% of workers report experiencing high levels of burnout as a result of their jobs. And the field of veterinary medicine is not immune to this trend. Vet Nurses, in particular, are subject to burnout as a result of the daily stressors you face. Failure to address burnout head on can lead to serious problems such as depression, stroke, and other serious health complication, and is a primary cause of veterinary professionals leaving the profession that they love. Fortunately, there are some straightforward measures that you, your work mates and your hospital or clinic can take to recognize, prevent or manage the symptoms of burnout in the nursing team. Here are nine tips that we can all implement to prevent or overcome burnout…
The Best Online Resume Solutions for Veterinary Professionals
Successful veterinary professionals know that having a standout Resume (or Curriculum Vitae or CV) is a vital element in securing the very best veterinary jobs. Your resume is arguably the most crucial tool in your job search because in most cases it creates that all-too-important first impression. A document that is often the first opportunity you have to introduce yourself to a prospective employer. So, where do you turn to when it’s time to create or polish up your resume? Here are a few great places to start…
7 Essential Tips for New Nurses & Techs from Experienced Nurses & Techs
Even this early in your career, you already know that being a Veterinary Nurse or Vet Technician is a very rewarding career. We also know it is not an easy job. The hours are often irregular. Continuing Education continues relentlessly. There are days when you don’t have any appointments for a while and you can take a moment to think and plan; then you have several patients walking in at once plus an inbound emergency on the way. There are days when you bounce out on time and days where you stay hours after you close the hospital doors to “just make sure”…and as your experience grows, you also start to grow your own insights and tips that you share with the next generation of Nurses and Technicians. So, we asked a variety of Vet Nurses and Techs from around the world what they wish they had known on Day 1, Week 1…and from the practical to the tactical to the philosophical, here are their answers…
Vet Nurses & Technicians – Boost Your Career In 9 Simple Steps
We asked some of the leading Vet Nurses and Veterinary Technicians around the world who have achieved personal, professional and financial success, what are some of the key steps for you to consider – it may come as a surprise to you, but the very best specialist Vet Nurses or Technicians earn a six-figure income. Boost your career with these 9 steps…
How To Help Your Team Adjust To Change
Like most industries, today veterinary medicine is all about change… Changes in treatment protocol, technologies, staff, and day-to-day bumps that require pivoting, are all part of the job in day-to-day Veterinary practice. While veterinary practice managers and administrators are usually the initiators of these changes, it’s easy to forget that at our core humans are […]
Not Getting Enough Applicants For Your Job Ad?
Not Getting Enough Applicants For Your Job Ad? You know how important it is to have a great team for your veterinary practice. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to put together a compelling story and prompt an immediate response that will help bring in the staff you need for your practice. You’ve put out job […]
6 Tips for Securing Your Vet Nurse Trainee Practical Skills Hours
As an aspiring Vet Nurse or Vet Technician, you should already know that the biggest challenge facing you in gaining your certification is not about passing your exams, it is in securing the practical skills hours you need. And it isn’t…
The Interviewer’s Guide to Hiring Your Vet Clinic’s New Superhero
The Interviewer’s Guide to Hiring Your Vet Clinic’s New Superhero Congratulations! You’ve received a modest stack of resumes from well-qualified candidates for your open position. You’ve narrowed down your choices to three or four favourites. You’ve got interviews lined up, and you’re anxious to find “the one”. While we always imagine job applicants to be nervous […]
Reach, Attract & Retain Great New Team Members for Your Regional Vet Practice
You’ve likely read the stories, or experienced the reality – small towns, regional cities and rural area veterinary clinics in Australia and abroad are having one heck of a time keeping their clinics staffed, much less finding “heirs” to step in when they’re ready to retire. One of the key challenges for veterinary practices outside […]
