http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Hiring+and+firing/Article/list/42764 Finding great veterinary team members (and managing the issue if they're not great) 2013-05-21T23:31:49Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Finding-a-fill-in-veterinarian/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/809116?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Dr. Jim Kramer offers suggestions for picking the right relief veterinarian. 2013-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/142013/809116null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Hiring-the-best-candidate-for-the-job/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/799272?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 It can be too easy to hire who you like personally instead of the person who's most qualified for the job. 2012-12-11T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/502012/799272null HTML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/Specialty-veterinary-referral-group-recognized-by-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/798549?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 BluePearl Veterinary Partners among top 100 companies noted for job creation. 2012-12-03T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/492012/798549/110873632-healthcare-professionals-gettyimages_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Job-interviews-are-a-two-way-street/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/793568?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 While you're judging job applicants, they're judging you and your veterinary practice. 2012-11-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/422012/793568null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Confidence-and-incompetence-How-they-affect-a-vete/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/789886?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Why incompetent people are so often promoted over their veterinary peers. 2012-09-25T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/392012/789886null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Veterinary-culture-clash-Are-you-caring-for-mans-b/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/783983?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 For one in four veterinarians across the country, clients who don't speak English are increasingly common. Here's how two practices tried to bridge the language barrier. 2012-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312012/783983null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/The-truth-behind-veterinary-associates-restrictive/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/784155?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Does the word "contract" send shivers down your spine? Are your palms sweating just thinking about noncompete clauses and restrictive covenants? Let us ease your fears and set the record straight on what's legal. 2012-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322012/784155null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Hire-veterinary-candidates-with-a-knack-for-servic/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/779866?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 The right interview questions could help you achieve service excellence. 2012-07-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/262012/779866null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Maintaining-the-mix/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/779858?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Hiring trends prove it: Joining a mixed animal practice appeals less and less to new veterinary school graduates. 2012-07-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/262012/779858null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Whats-in-store-for-the-next-generation/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/779860?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 As our pet and human populations grow, so will the demand for veterinarians in the fields of companion animal health, food and animal safety, disease control, and public health. 2012-07-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/262012/779860null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Training-tool-New-veterinary-employee-orientation/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/771558?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 This form is an example of what you might give new hires on their first day at your veterinary practice. 2012-05-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/182012/771558null HTML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+business/3-perils-of-associate-veterinarian-contracts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/767119?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 These three stumbling blocks must be fully understood before veterinary practice owner and associate sign on 2012-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/132012/767119null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/5-ways-to-avoid-hiring-the-wrong-employee-for-your/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/762563?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Don't get a 'bad hire.' 2012-03-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/092012/762563/veterinary_badapple_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/Poised-for-growth/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/762127?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Federal economists predict there will be 10,400 more veterinarians by 2020. 2012-03-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/092012/762127/DVM_veterinarynews_new_grads_flash.s_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Why-you-should-consider-hiring-veterans/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/757466?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Find out how this new bill can help servicemen and women—and your veterinary practice. 2012-02-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/052012/757466null XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/Jobs-outlook-for-2012/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/754725?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 As competition heats up on the costs, Midwestern veterinary graduates may be the target of recruiting efforts. 2012-01-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/012012/754725/DVM_veterinarynews_competition_flash.s_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Women-gaining-more-jobs-than-men-study-finds/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/749872?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 It's been a slow recovery for most American employees, but new signs of hope have emerged. 2011-11-21T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/482011/749872null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/The-most-unusual-resume-mistakes-job-candidates-ma/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/747502?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 You've probably had some, ahem, unique resumes come across your desk. Here's a look at what hiring managers across the country deal with on a daily basis. 2011-11-04T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/452011/747502null HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Shield-your-veterinary-practice-from-unemployment-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/748128?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Protect your practice and your team members' rights. 2011-11-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/462011/748128/veterinary_umbrella_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Managing+team+members/20-easy-steps-to-better-veterinary-team-members/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/746125?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 The very best veterinary team members—and job applicants—do these things 2011-11-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/442011/746125null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/How-to-hire-veterinary-team-members-who-fit-your-p/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/742584?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Knowledge and skills aren't always enough. 2011-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/412011/742584null XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/Keep-your-eyes-on-the-veterinary-practice-intervie/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/742254?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 If you have trouble with constant veterinary team turnover and filling open positions, take stock of your communication 2011-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/402011/742254null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/5-steps-to-letting-go-of-a-veterinary-team-member/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/725741?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 You might not want to let go of that receptionist or veterinary technician, but sometimes you're left with no choice. 2011-06-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/232011/725741null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Saying-goodbye-Terminating-a-long-time-veterinary-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/725739?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 It's never easy to let go of someone who's been by your side from the beginning at your veterinary practice. But sometimes it's the only option left. Here's how to do it with grace. 2011-06-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/232011/725739/veterinary_bye_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Pre-employment-screening-protects-your-practice-an/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/710576?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Don't put your veterinary practice at risk. Find out about job applicants before they turn into team members. 2011-03-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/102011/710576null XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/When-non-compete-contracts-get-out-of-hand/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/705934?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 There is a time and place for non-compete contracting in the veterinary practice. 2011-02-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/062011/705934/DVM_veterinarynews_Shrinking_client_base_flash.s_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Creative-employees-are-often-left-behind/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/703771?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Hiring practices don't match what managers say is a desired trait. 2011-01-17T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/042011/703771/veterinary_leftbehind_f_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+managers/Managers-Give-overqualified-veterinary-applicants-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/702954?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Study shows superstar candidates are better—longer—fits for veterinary practices. 2011-01-11T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/032011/702954/veterinary_interview_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/5-steps-to-a-great-hire-at-your-practice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/695032?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Pay attention to first impressions. Provide working interviews. Thoroughly screen your new veterinary practice hires. These best practices can decrease employee turnover. 2010-11-10T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/462010/695032null HTML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+business/Cant-get-no-satisfaction-How-to-minimize-staff-tur/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/773266?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Whether an employee leaves by choice or at your request, turnover costs your practice. There's the obvious cost of advertising for a replacement and the time spent interviewing the various candidates. But there's also the cost of lost productivity during the interim when you're short-staffed. 2010-11-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/192012/773266null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+business/Veterinary-employment-contracts-should-be-a-win-wi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/773319?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Employment contracts exist even if they are not in writing. The problem with oral contracts is in trying to enforce them. Contracts require a meeting of the minds of two persons followed by some form of payment for enforceability. Employees, although commonly intimidated, must realize they are on equal footing with the employer. 2010-11-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/192012/773319null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Husbands-losing-jobs-wives-finding-them-in-recessi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/688384?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Female-dominated fields of medicine and education are still seeing growth. 2010-09-24T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/392010/688384null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Veterinary-receptionist-interview-questions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/685863?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Use these questions to interview candidates for your receptionist position. These questions will hit on qualities critical to a veterinary receptionist performing his or her job successfully. 2010-09-03T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/362010/685863null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Ready-aim-hire/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/685793?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Targeted hiring yields better candidates that fit your existing team. 2010-09-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/362010/685793/veterinary_Tumblin_f_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/Breaking-down-the-language-barrier/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/684693?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Hispanic, foreign-born population growth signals need for multilingual expertise in practice, DVMs say 2010-09-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/352010/684693null XML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+managers/Recruitment-tip-Why-background-checks-matter/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/685007?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 If the only thing standing between you and a fantastic new job was a little white lie, what would you do? Would you tell the fib and not look back? Or would you take the moral high road? 2010-08-29T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/362010/685007null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Walk-away-from-workplace-violence/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/684010?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 See the signs of a coworker—or a practice culture—on the edge. 2010-08-20T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/342010/684010null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Veterinary-managers-on-the-move/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/680681?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 More veterinary hospitals than ever are sporting new managers to take the load off overworked veterinary practice owners. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312010/680681null HTML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+business/Technical-team-member-recruitment-and-retention-Pr/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/752899?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Technical Team Members: How to find them, and how to keep them. Discussions will include position advertising, candidate interviewing, candidate selection, employee training, and position constructions. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/512011/752899null XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+business/Non-compete-agreements-When-veterinary-associates-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/682256?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 National Report — When Dr. Christie Cichra graduated from veterinary school in 2006, she had a job lined up. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/322010/682256null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+business/Staffing-and-scheduling-secrets-Proceedings/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/752940?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 The phrase most often heard during a recent on-site consultations was "We're so short staffed." That had become the justification for the pace of work. After reviewing the schedule and the percentage of income spent on staff salaries and benefits, it was obvious that the hospital was not really short-staffed, but it is mis-staffed. 2010-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/512011/752940null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Entitled-employees-experience-more-job-frustration/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/678969?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Veterinary team members who feel superior to others at work are more likely to lash out at their coworkers and engage in other abusive behaviors. 2010-07-14T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/292010/678969null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/How-to-avoid-the-top-6-hiring-mistakes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/677948?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Keep your veterinary practice running smoothly by avoiding these costly hiring blunders. 2010-07-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/282010/677948/veterinary_hiringshame_f_flash.jpg XML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/5-facts-about-employee-rights/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/673687?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Many team members blindly stumble through issues of breaks, overtime pay, and family leave. Find out whether your practice gives you enough—or whether you expect too much. 2010-06-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/242010/673687/veterinary_blindfold_380240_flash.jpg XML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Your-employee-rights-were-violated-Now-what/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/673685?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Protect yourself and preserve a strong working relationship with these three tips. 2010-06-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/242010/673685null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Video-Managing-too-many-part-time-employees/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/671631?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 You need them for flexibility and you don't need to pay them benefits. But you can have too much of a good thing. 2010-05-26T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/222010/671631null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Use-this-advice-from-CVC-in-Baltimore-to-avoid-the/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/664612?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 In this video segment, dvm360 Content Director Marnette Falley shares hiring strategies from consultant Denise Tumblin, CPA, from her Progress in Practice sessions in Baltimore. 2010-04-08T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/152010/664612null HTML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/Federal-agencies-investigate-veterinarian-fraud-ca/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/662431?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Athens, Ga. — Finding the perfect first job upon becoming a DVM can be a challenging feat, but for Tim Holt, getting several prominent positions as a veterinarian was not a problem — and he never graduated from veterinary school. 2010-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/132010/662431null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/HR-Web-resources/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/662843?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 It's tough to keep up with human resources laws and regulations. Take a peek at these Web sites for laws specific to your area. 2010-03-25T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/132010/662843null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Making-the-most-of-a-practice-manager/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/661221?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 The issue of maximizing managers' contributions is the second in a dvm360 series on critical changes facing practices. What does a great manager do? What should the practice provide to get those results? This package gives the answers. 2010-03-12T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/112010/661221/veterinary_manager_100_thumbnail.jpg http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/112010/661221/veterinary_manager_250_flash.jpg REMOTE http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/QampA-When-to-add-an-associate-to-your-team/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/660456?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Are there quantifiable measures I can use to determine whether I'm able to add an associate to my practice? 2010-03-08T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/112010/660456null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Video-How-to-hire-the-right-candidate/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/653592?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Stressed about who to hire? Here's a guide to ensuring your new team member will be a great fit in your practice, courtesy of Debbie Allaben Gair, CVPM, president of Bridging the Gap in Sparta, Mich. 2010-01-25T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/052010/653592null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/9-tips-for-using-your-team-more-effectively/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/653351?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 How to get your team management skills up to speed. 2010-01-22T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/042010/653351/veterinary_9_tips_flash.jpg HTML http://www.dvm360.com/veterinary/Veterinary+news/The-dvm360-Five---Episode-7/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/652169?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Watch news on cat healthcare, hiring new team members, and an online animated series about a veterinarian. 2010-01-15T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032010/652169/5Kerry_thumbnail_thumbnail.jpg http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/veterinary/032010/652169/veterinary_365_kerry_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/All-you-need-to-know-about-long-term-medical-leave/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/653382?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Complaints, lawsuits can cripple veterinary practice owners who don't have a written medical-leave policy 2010-01-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/042010/653382null XML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+technicians/7-things-to-look-for-in-a-great-veterinary-technic/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647250?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 It's not all about salary, if you want a job that makes you happy and balances work life and family life. 2009-12-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/502009/647250null HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+managers/Veterinary-team-handout-Principles-of-mutual-respe/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/647993?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 This veterinary practice manager asks doctors and team members to sign off this document that shows they know team respect is crucial. 2009-12-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/502009/647993null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Feline+Center/QampA-Giving-bad-employee-references/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638176?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Tips to keep you and your practice out of trouble when giving job references. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442009/638176null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/BizQuiz-Do-you-know-the-right-way-to-fire/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636270?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 You're the boss. Are you prepared to handle this situation? To find out, answer the following questions about the employee termination policy recommended by Mark Opperman, CVPM. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/432009/636270null HTML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/New-grads-make-more-study-longer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/623739?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Student debt and starting salaries are up, but new DVMs are still opting to stay in the classroom longer. 2009-09-02T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/362009/623739/DVM_veterinarynews_graduation_salary_flash.s_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Sample-Computer-usage-policy/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622147?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Use this sample policy to define acceptable computer behavior and outline the consequences of putting the practice at risk. 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/352009/622147null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Sharpen-up-your-team-with-employee-upscaling/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622442?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 How to replace underachieving team members with overachievers. 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/362009/622442/veterinary_pencils_360_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/6-ways-to-find-perfect-10-employees/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622444?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Trust me—you have "10" employees in your town, no matter how small it is. 2009-09-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/362009/622444/veterinary_six_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Hiring-tip-from-CVC-in-Kansas-City-Use-scenarios-t/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622412?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Asking about strengths and weaknesses will only reveal so much information. Dig deeper to find job candidates' true capabilities. 2009-08-29T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/352009/622412null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Staff+pay/Veterinary-practices-offer-these-benefits-to-team-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/615564?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 A list of veterinary team member benefits by percentage of practices 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312009/615564null XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+business/Breaching-a-non-compete-clause-has-consequences/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/616836?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Much more is at stake than enforceability; your career is at risk. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/322009/616836/DVM_veterinarynews_vet_images_flash.s_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Staff+pay/How-to-offer-veterinary-team-members-the-benefits-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/615550?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Ask team members what they want, compare local wages, and consider offering more time off 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312009/615550null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/A-hiring-hiatus-What-you-should-expect/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/615557?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Veterinary practices are hiring less this year, and owners may just have to wait out the recession. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312009/615557null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Proceedings+-+Practice+Management/Helping-team-members-be-their-best-Assembling-your/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638226?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Hiring people and having them all work within the same 4 walls doesn't make them a team. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/442009/638226null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Where-the-jobs-are-Whos-hiring-whos-firing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/615551?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Hiring numbers are down from last year. What does this mean for your practice? Here's a look at how many practices are hiring and what positions they're looking for. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312009/615551null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Employees-reluctant-to-leave-hostile-environments/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/601470?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 An inhospitable workplace doesn't necessarily mean a new job search for many workers. 2009-06-03T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/232009/601470/veterinary_hostile_dvm360_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Team+Building/Avoiding-layoffs-Sponsored-by-IntervetSchering-Plo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/600908?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 While cutting expenses is a critical part of a recession plan, it's not a good idea to lay off employees without fully evaluating the effect the decision will have on the business. 2009-06-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/232009/600908null XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+business/New-graduates-face-a-brave-new-world/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/600286?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Brace yourselves. Sometime this summer, coming to an area near you, will be the new graduate. 2009-06-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/222009/600286/DVM_veterinarynews_new_grads_flash.s_flash.jpg XML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Sample-case-study-Constant-turnover/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/598445?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Stop the revolving door. 2009-05-15T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/202009/598445null HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+managers/Video-Mark-Opperman-CVPM-explains-a-drama-free-way/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/598124?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Here's how to take the emotion out of termination. 2009-05-13T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/202009/598124/veterinary_oppermanfire_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Are-you-toast-Why-owners-fire-practice-managers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/596585?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Don't get burned by a bad manager. You're the practice owner, and that means you need to keep a finger on the pulse of everything that's happening at your practice. 2009-05-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/192009/596585/Veterinary_manager_toast_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/The-next-wave-of-veterinarians/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/590715?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Learn what the new generation thinks of the challenges that await them. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/142009/590715/veterinary409_opperman_wave_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Patient-care-coordinator/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/590613?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Scan this job description. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/142009/590613null HTML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+business/Whats-new-in-HR-Proceedings/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/610666?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Electronic Verification (E-Verify) voluntary program run by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to help certify that employees hired by companies are legally authorized to work in the United States. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/292009/610666null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+team/What-it-takes-to-have-an-awesome-technical-team-Pr/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/600765?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 How to develop a team of "10" technical members 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/222009/600765null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Stimulus-plan-brings-COBRA-changes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/590123?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Government is subsidizing premiums, but employers pay up front 2009-03-30T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/142009/590123null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Stress-kicks-into-high-gear-after-job-cuts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/584793?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Post-downsizing stress syndrome is different than day-to-day stress. 2009-03-04T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/102009/584793/veterinary_stress_dvm360_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Most-practices-avoiding-doctor-layoffs/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/584362?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Despite the current recession, few practices have laid off doctors. 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/102009/584362null XML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Employees-can-stillmdashand-willmdashleave-employe/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/583020?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Study shows workers continue to seek greener pastures. 2009-02-26T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/092009/583020/VeterinaryGreenerGrass_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Keeping-employee-records-safe/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/577895?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Organize and file employees' sensitive personnel documents with these tips. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/052009/577895/Veterinary_Safe_Files_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/QampA-Make-your-practice-desirable-to-applicants/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/577888?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 How can we attract high-quality applicants to apply for vacant positions at our practice? 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/052009/577888null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/QampA-Find-your-dream-associate/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/577886?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Our practice is in the process of hiring our first associate. What should we look for in a candidate? 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/052009/577886null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/How-to-stay-optimistic-in-2009/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578100?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Here are seven strategies for staying positive in the gloomy economy. 2009-01-28T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/052009/578100/veterinary_optimistic_bf_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Nine-smart-ways-to-downsize/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/573387?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 If your practice's finances are down, you may need to downsize. Follow these tips to do it the right way. 2008-12-30T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/012008/573387/veterinary_downsize_bf_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Associates-How-to-find-your-perfect-practice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/569725?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Lots of practices are searching for associates. Use these tips to help them find you. 2008-12-04T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/492008/569725null HTML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Equine+personnel+management/A-testimony-to-the-value-of-hiring-technicians-Spo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/571842?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Before making a change that will affect how you do business, it is necessary to know how the technician concept will play out in reality. 2008-12-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/512008/571842null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/How-to-find-an-associate/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/568968?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Where's Dr. Wanda? These tips can help you attract candidates and hire a great associate. 2008-12-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/492008/568968/veterinary_wanda_bf_flash.jpg XML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+managers/No-1-team-trend/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/567378?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Turnover is a perennial problem. Learn what you'll face in the new year—and how to ease the strain. 2008-11-20T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/472008/567378/VeterinarySheila_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+managers/Signs-your-employees-are-thinking-of-jumping-ship/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565658?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Here are three behaviors to look out for. 2008-11-12T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/462008/565658/veterinary_jump_ship_wd_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Click+%26+Copy/Applicant-evaluation-form/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/556715?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Use this form to help you document hiring decisions. 2008-10-06T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/412008/556715null PDF http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Managers-Monday-Interview-dos-and-donts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/556726?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Be careful what you ask job candidates. 2008-10-06T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/412008/556726null HTML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+business/Common-conflicts-between-associates-and-owners-Wha/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/587139?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 There is anticipation in the air as a new associate (frequently a recent graduate too) joins a practice. 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/112009/587139null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Managers-Monday-Using-360-degree-employee-evaluati/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/552246?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Going full circle gives team members input and provides a more comprehensive report. 2008-09-22T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/392008/552246null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Managers-Monday-Dont-downplay-job-descriptions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/550134?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Use them to hire, to evaluate employees, and to keep your practice procedures up to date. 2008-09-15T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/382008/550134null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Managers-Monday-Put-job-candidates-to-work/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/548363?contextCategoryId=42764&ref=25 Working interviews can make tough hiring decisions easier. 2008-09-08T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/372008/548363/veterinary_managers1_flash.jpg HTML