Veterinary Assistant Chapter 2
Practice Documents that Provide a firm foundation Job descriptions Staff training manual Malpractice insurance Workers compensation insurance Accounting and tax advice Inventory control system Marketing and advertising OSHA protocols Biohazard protocols MSDS sheets HOSPITAL POLICY AND PROCEDURES STAFF PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS HIRING AND FIRING PROCEDURE SALARIES/BENEFITS/BONUSES/PRO FIT SHARING CLIENT CARE
What is a mission statement? A brief description of the organization’s purpose and what it intends to accomplish.
Types of Veterinary Facilities Veterinary Hospitals Veterinary Clinics Emergency Hospital Referral center Mobile Unit Exclusive small animal practice Exclusive large animal practice Mixed animal practice Exotic animal practice Exclusive feline practice Job descriptions Staff training manual Malpractice insurance Workers compensation insurance Accounting and tax advice Inventory control system Marketing and advertising OSHA protocols Exclusive equine practice Zoos and aquariums
Members of the veterinary team Veterinarian-graduate of vet med, can diagnose, treat, prescribe meds, and perform surgery. Veterinary Technologist-Has a bachelors degree Veterinary Technician-Associate degree Veterinary Technician specialist-has obtained more extensive skills and experience in a certain area. Veterinary Assistant-can receive training from veterinary education programs, but does not earn a degree. Kennel Attendant-responsible for the care and maintenance of the animals that are boarding. Receptionist-organizes tasks for client services. Practice Manager-professional specializing in the unique needs of the veterinary practice. Groomer-performs bathing,trimmiming, and styling of a dog or cat’s fur.
Veterinary technician Organizational chart Practice owner Practice manager Veterinary technician Veterinary assistant Kennel Staff Groomer