Question, esp if you’re in New York working at a private hospital/clinic. Paid sick days- is that a thing? Or is it just taken from your PTO?
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Question, esp if you’re in New York working at a private hospital/clinic. Paid sick days- is that a thing? Or is it just taken from your PTO?
I've been a veterinary assistant for almost 5 years now. It's been my passion and loved it. But now I'm going through health issues and the place is becoming toxic I can feel it. I've been wanting to ...
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read moreTechnicians beware of DVM Abigail Maynard currently with LiveWell Minneapolis. While I’ve never had the personal displeasure, I have known and worked with now a small handful technicians who’ve been b...
read moreI’m a recently graduated vet assistant student one year ago. I can’t find a job in Ohio and I’m trying to get an experience but no one is contacting me. I need help and i want to work. I did shadow at...
read moreI'm struggling to find work, 3 months unemployed. I've applied to almost every kennel attendant/veterinary assitant role in my area that is appropriate based on my previous experience but haven't reci...
read moreI have been in this industry for almost 9 years now after graduating from tech school. I did not receive my registration due to personal issues. I've recently lost my love for the job and I am done de...
read moreI’m honestly at my limit with our new coworker. She’s never owned pets before, and it shows. Today while I was holding a super reactive dog, she kept walking toward me with another until I had to yell...
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read moreStarting to feel burnt out. I’ve been a vet tech for 12 years and it is not the same as it used to be. The vet field has changed and it’s starting to stress me out. Many reason - but my #1 struggle...
read moreSeptember 1st I will stop looking for Veterinary Assistant jobs. I have applied to 30ish jobs. I have lost track. I have my diploma and my state certification. I made ALL A's and B's. I have 2 yrs exp...
read moreWhat's going on nowadays in vet med? I cannot get a job in field no matter how many applications I put in I get over looked. I have worked in Hawaii without a degree in it and now that I am back on ma...
read moreWent on a working interview. One of the girls told me its very competitive right now with corporate take over of clinics. Explains why all interviews are over the phone and they call from other states...
read moreIm almost ready to give up on my job search! Which is why I am asking this next question... How many times is acceptable to apply for a job? Ive heard of people applying multiple times for one job and...
read moreSo, an interview did not go well this afternoon. I did not get the job. I think I might not be getting the jobs due to me not being available Sundays. That is the only full day my husband and I have t...
read moreI am struggling right now to find an opportunity to work within or assist in the veterinary medicine field. My ultimate goal is to go to veterinary school but I just feel lost as to where to find a jo...
read moreIt sux interviewing for a job, They say we will let you know by the end of the week, 2 weeks later get an email saying that they chose another candidate, THEN see that same job back up on the job boar...
read moreKenmore Animal Hospital has exhibited serious issues within its management, including harassment, bullying, and unethical conduct. Reports of intimidation, favoritism, and misuse of authority have con...
read moreHas anyone dealt with harassment and bullying by your management leaders in the workplace? I would like to know what’s kind of loophole I can take to have a legal case without claims of discrimination...
read moreHello Need to vent or get ideas or both . I moved to a third world country to be with my partner . Been here since December . Found a job at a vet clinic . Still as a PM , but frankly I feel like I’...
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