You already know that working as a Veterinary Professional is one of the most rewarding jobs there is. Of course, we also know that at times it can be the most frustrating job, and mostly we just grin and bear the down times, recognizing that the highs are always more than the low moments. But when the days start to become a grind and outnumber the good times, it can be challenging to keep your spirits up. Sometimes, despite your best efforts, it is time to move on…
How To Write A Veterinary Resume – 5 Essential Tips
Whether you’re a fresh-out-of-university graduate Vet, an experienced Emergency Veterinary Surgeon with decades of experience or a Vet Nurse with oodles of practical experience, when it comes time to make your next career step, your Resume* must include these 5 critical elements.
Becoming A Relief Locum Vet – 8 Essential Tips
So, you want a life in which you can pick and choose when and where you work – you want to be a Locum or Relief Vet. You may want to travel, spend more time with your kids and family or start a research project. Whatever the reason, all that is possible if you’re a Locum or Relief Veterinary professional. Here are some handy tips to get you started…
How To Drive Your Veterinary Career Through Social Media
Sometimes changing jobs is inevitable. There are a myriad of reasons – your partner may have secured an opportunity of a lifetime, you may need to be a little closer to family as they need care or you decide that its time to step up, move ahead in your career and changing jobs is the most viable option. So, having made the big decision, it’s now time to start working on your Social Media strategy. Discover how you can leverage Social Media in your search for that ideal Veterinarian, Veterinary Nurse or Veterinary Technician job…
As A Vet Nurse or Vet Technician, What Advice Would You Give Yourself Ten Years Ago?
You already know that being a Veterinary Nurse or Vet Technician is a very rewarding career. We also know it is not always an easy job. The hours are often long. There are days when you don’t have any appointments for a while; then you have several patients walking in at once. There are days when you get out on time and days where you stay hours after you close the hospital. And in those quieter moments, you may find yourself wondering…
9 Tips For Overcoming Vet Nurse Burnout
Research indicates that over 25% of workers report being 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 this burnout can lead to serious problems such as depression, stroke, and other serious health complications. Fortunately, there are some simple measures that you, your work mates and your hospital or clinic can take to recognize, prevent or manage the symptoms of burnout. Here are nine tips for us all to consider to prevent or overcome burnout…
Work Life Balance In The Veterinary World
You were drawn in to being a Veterinary and Pet Care professional because you have an innate need to help others. And you aspire to make life better by providing a great quality of life for our pets. While your motivation is noble, and to be admired, your passion also sets you up for Work Life Balance issues. Here are some practical tips to help you get started on establishing your own Work Life Balance.
Breathe New Life Into Your Veterinary Career
So, it’s been about a decade since you graduated near the top of your Class in veterinary school, and five years since you really started hitting your professional stride. That’s great, but there’s something about going to work every day which is beginning to wear on you – there are just no surprises any more. Here are 8 ways to breathe new life into your Veterinary career.
How Smart Veterinary Pros Negotiate A Salary Review
The fact that you love your job and the animals that you care for doesn’t have to mean that you let the opportunity for a salary increase pass you by. Your services are in demand now, and that demand is only going to increase; so, if it’s been a while, now might be a good time to have THAT chat…