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26 Oct

Posted at 21:41h in Community Articles
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An interview with Leslie Neidermyer, BS, LVT Q: Where do you currently work as a credentialed Veterinary Technician? Job title/position? I work full time as an account manager for Veterinary System Services. VSS is a relief company in Denver, Colorado. We hire CVT’s, DVM’s, assistants and CSR’s to help our 200+ veterinary facilities provide coverage for vacation time, maternity leave, and in the last 2 years, short staffing coverage. This position requires me to handle the accounts of over 100 hospitals along the Front Range of Colorado, including general practices, emergency, and specialty...

19 Oct

Posted at 12:53h in News
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Kansas City, MO (October 18, 2021) – Earlier this year, the American Association of Veterinary State Boards® (AAVSB®) launched Veterinary Care Elite, a gold standard program for veterinary technicians recognizing those who demonstrate their commitment to performing at the highest level. The program initially opened in April to VTNE applicants graduating from an AVMA-CVTEA or CVMA accredited program and intending to be credentialed in a United States or Canadian jurisdiction which regulates veterinary technicians. As of October 18, 2021, the program is now open to credentialed veterinary technicians in all the...

13 Oct

Posted at 21:24h in Leadership Blogs
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(Singing Voice) It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (for Vet Techs). 😊. I get so excited this time of year for National Veterinary Technician Week! I'm usually involved in some planning committee to help with NVTW festivities, and the week before is my busiest and most exciting, knowing how hard I worked to reach out to organizations and bring smiles to my peers' faces. This year was my biggest challenge. At the beginning of 2021, I moved to Indiana to start my dream job at Purdue University. Being...

06 Oct

Posted at 14:58h in Leadership Blogs
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I recently took my best friend Vinny to the vet for his check-up. At check-in, I thanked the Veterinary Technician and receptionist for all they had done over the past 18 months and for how hard they had worked and continue to work during the pandemic.  The look of surprise on their faces was noticeable, and they tilted their heads as if to ask, “How do YOU know how hard we’ve worked?” Then, when I explained that I work for NAVTA and that I had a sense of what they’ve...

08 Sep

Posted at 19:51h in Physical Wellbeing, Wellbeing
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By: Mary Berg, BS, RLATG, RVT, VTS (Dentistry) Pain is weakness leaving the body!  No Pain. No Gain!  Many of us that grew up in the ’70s and ’80s heard those phrases at every sports practice or physical training session we attended.  I grew up thinking pain was a normal part of life and lived by the motto “Suck it up, buttercup!”  Now, I’m not saying I was the stoic, non-complaining person because I complained about the pain – a lot!  (ask my husband!) But, even though I complained and hurt,...

02 Sep

Posted at 03:42h in News
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The week of October 17-23, 2021 has been set aside as National Veterinary Technician Week (NVTW) to celebrate, recognize, and promote the valuable contributions Credentialed Veterinary Technicians make to the veterinary profession and society. Veterinary Technicians are integral players on the veterinary healthcare team. They are on the frontlines, compassionately working with clients whose beloved animals need care. They work tirelessly in exam rooms, labs, and operating rooms, putting to work their vast technical and scientific knowledge treating and caring for every species of animal. Their broad skills – both professional...

25 Aug

Posted at 03:44h in News
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For Immediate Release August 24, 2021 – Bridgewater, NJ. The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) recently named Northwood Technical College (formerly Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College) and Meri DuRand, CVT, RLATG as its Student Chapter and Student Advisor of the Year, respectively, for the 2020-2021 academic year. NAVTA has more than 100 student chapters across the United States at AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician schools. Chapters enable students to gain valuable experience, learn from seasoned professionals, and experience being a part of a vibrant group that is highly engaged in community service....

19 Jul

Posted at 03:44h in News
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The American Heartworm Society (AHS) seeks a qualified veterinary nurse/technician to serve on its Board of Directors. This board serves as the governing agency for the organization and is comprised of veterinary professionals, academicians and researchers who volunteer their time and expertise in the service of the Society’s educational and research initiatives. Given the vital role played by veterinary nurses in educating the public about heartworm prevention, diagnosis and treatment, the AHS has elected to expand its leadership to include a veterinary nurse position. Click here for a position description...

08 Dec

Posted at 20:22h in Mental Wellbeing, Wellbeing
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By: Rachel Lees RVT, KPA CTP, VTS (Behavior) Devoted. Loyal. Selfless. These are three words that characterize a veterinary nurse. Most of us work over 40 hours per week on minimal rest, dedicate our days and nights to our careers, and pour our hearts and souls into caring for our patients daily. I feel I can speak for most of us when I say we care about our patient’s physical and mental wellbeing more than we do ourselves. Most of us feel guilty when we leave work early or even leave...

08 Dec

Posted at 20:18h in Mental Wellbeing, Wellbeing
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By: Rebecca Murray, CVT, MA, LCPC So, you’ve decided to talk with a Mental Health Professional. Maybe you are having relationship problems, or struggling to cope with work stress. Maybe you gave up therapy years ago because you didn’t have the time to go, and have realized you would benefit from going back. Congratulations on choosing a healthy self-care strategy! Choosing a therapist can be a bit daunting, but don’t let that derail your efforts. Here are some tips that might help. First, understand how you will pay for the therapy. If...

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