What we wish we new before graduating as a vet tech

What We Wish We Knew Before Graduating Tech School

If you’re a vet technician student getting ready to dive into the whirlwind of clinical practice, this video is one you don’t want to miss. In honor of National Veterinary Technician Week, and courtesy of BondVet, here is a practical guide full of insights every future vet technician should hear. Led by certified veterinary technician…

VHMA Sponsorship

Vetcetera, Proud Sponsor of Vetrinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA).

VHMA Welcomes Platinum Supporting Sponsor, Vetcetera ALACHUA, FL – The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) is pleased to announce that Vetcetera, which offers on-demand and live RACE-approved continuing education, has joined as a Platinum Supporting Sponsor. Companies that offer products and services addressing the professional business needs of modern veterinary practices are invited to participate…

MVP Presents, Know Your Value

Negotiation – Know Your Value: An MVP Webinar

Negotiation is essential in shaping your career, and knowing your value is key to achieving the best outcomes. MVP is proud to present a recent webinar, “Negotiation: Know Your Value” focused on empowering professionals, particularly within veterinary practices, with the skills needed to negotiate effectively. Kaylee Long, DVM shares her top tips that she recommends…

Medical Math Connect

Embracing the Everyday Math of Veterinary Medicine: Why It Matters for Both Veterinarians and Vet Techs

Whether you love it or hate it, math is an integral part of life in veterinary medicine, for both veterinarians and veterinary technicians. The calculations you master as a student aren’t just for passing the VTNE® or NAVLE®—they’re critical tools you’ll rely on throughout your career. Veterinary calculations cover a broad spectrum, from straightforward drug…

Learning to Speak “pet owner”

An AVMA study, Language That Works: Changing the Way We Talk About Veterinary Care, reveals the words veterinary teams should (and shouldn’t) use when talking with pet owners. By Synchrony, Health & Wellness Check out Care Credit’s website for more helpful resources.

Let’s talk effective client communication

Engage with pet owners about veterinary costs to show them that you care about their pet’s healthcare needs as well as their financial needs. Listening to their concerns is just as important as speaking to solutions. Foster better communication by being attentive to their unique situations to help instill trust in you, as their veterinarian,…

Sponsored By Vetoquinol

Why Vetoquinol is Supporting Veterinary Technicians

As you step into the dynamic and rewarding world of being a veterinary technician, you must recognize and embrace the profound impact you will have on animal health care. At Vetoquinol, we understand the critical role veterinary technicians play in ensuring the well-being of animals. Your contributions extend beyond routine tasks, shaping the foundation of…

Top 5 “Housekeeping” Tips for Vet Techs

Vet tech students concentrate on learning medical care, including animal physiology, anesthesia, and pharmacology. In practice, they also manage crucial “housekeeping” tasks—beyond actual cleaning—like paperwork, which keeps the veterinary clinic operational. While some practices have efficient systems for these tasks, others may require vet techs to develop their own methods for managing them. Following key…

Crucial Client Communication Strategies: A Guide for Vet Students

Effective client communication is crucial in veterinary practice. Veterinarians must not only possess medical knowledge but also be adept at conveying the importance of tests, procedures, and treatments to pet owners. Understanding and consent from clients are essential before any medical action can be taken. Thus, communication skills are as significant as medical expertise in…