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8 Alternative Career Paths for Veterinary Technicians
I left veterinary medicine in 2014, almost exactly a decade after I started working in the field. I was burned out, bored, frustrated, and looking
The Non-Medical Benefits of CPR Training for Veterinary Professionals
By: Erin Scott, CVT VTS (ECC), RECOVER ALS/BLS Certified Instructor It takes a strong person to admit when they were wrong. At least I’d like
How to Survive Working Nights as a Veterinary Technician
Emergency and Critical Care medicine is a big employer of veterinary technicians. Whether you’re drawn to the fast pace and advanced medicine, you need the
Airing Your Dirty Laundry and The Surprises Inside It
Picture this scenario: you work in a relatively large facility and, once again, your hospital is slammed today. It’s back to back appointments, a patient
What to Expect When You’re Expecting a Relief Doctor
Your doctor is taking a much needed vacation in a few weeks, and you have a new doctor coming in to cover appointments the next
Your Health and Safety During COVID-19
By Erin Scott, CVT, VTS (ECC) There are no words that can succinctly describe how it feels to be an essential employee during a global
How You Can Best Take Care of Your Veterinary Staff During the COVID-19 Pandemic
I don’t know how your staff is doing, but my team is afraid. We’re navigating a big unknown right now, and everyone is working on
Setting Boundaries in Veterinary Medicine will Save our Souls
Some of my biggest regrets in veterinary medicine, and in life, have stemmed from my inability to set boundaries and stick to them. In order
How to Better Understand Your Compensation as a Veterinary Technician, Part 1
It’s a topic covered in veterinary publications, discussed in countless online networking groups, and talked about in social circles all the time: Veterinary technicians should