Veterinary Team Careers in Practice
December 7, 2016
Stepping blocks for your career.
You may be surprised to learn how many career options veterinary teams have within veterinary practice. The SKY IS THE LIMIT!
This month, CATALYST focuses on career growth within veterinary practice. You may be aware of the very basic options; veterinarian, credentialed veterinary technician, veterinary assistant, receptionist and managers. BUT are you aware of ALL the options within those categories, opportunities for team members to take on projects and duties they are passionate about?
Following are simple outlines with a few resources linked.
Veterinarian
- Currently, there are 22 AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organizations comprising 41 distinct specialties
- Oversight of advanced training within practice
- Coordinate case reviews with the team
- Manage Blog postings
- Represent the veterinary hospital in community events
- Design a hospice, end-of-life care program
- Career Choices for Veterinarians
Credentialed Veterinary Technician
- Currently, there are 14 NAVTA-recognized veterinary technician specialty (VTS) academies
- Coordinate productive team meetings
- Manage inventory
- Design educational materials for clients
- Outreach to local schools in basic pet care
- Organize phase training programs for team members-Team Trainer
- Career Choices for Veterinary Technicians
Veterinary Assistant
- Complete Approved Veterinary Assistant certification
- Coordinate socialization classes for puppies
- Offer clients personalized tours through the practice
- Oversight of puppy, kitten, adolescent and senior pet kits (all stages of life)
- Oversee sanitation training for team members
Receptionist
- Coordinate social events with new clients
- Organize client appreciation and recognition programs
- Oversee social sites
- Maintain reminder systems
- Create informative bulletin boards
Manager
- Complete Certification in Veterinary Practice Management
- Coordinate State Board observation day
- Organize annual career goal setting
- Participate in local career fair
- Attend business networking events or mastermind groups
- Careers within Practice Management
To learn more, contact a CATALYST Consultant to work with your team in career growth and advancement. Career coaching sessions for everyone on your team!
Rebecca Rose, CVT
CATALYST Founder & President
