Celebrating Veterinary Technicians

Veterinary nurses improve team efficiency and patient care when they are empowered to use their full scope of skills in practice. Reap the rewards of these essential team members.

Clinician's Brief surveyed veterinary technicians about industry dynamics, job satisfaction, and pain points in daily practice. View the results here.

In this episode, we talk about how we can make our veterinary technicians—aka multi-talented nurses/anesthetists/gentle restrainers/picky client handlers/finders of lost pens and stethoscopes, we could go on and on—feel extra special for Veterinary Technician Week.

Is “technician” still the correct term for this important and growing role? Two experts debate the differences between “veterinary nurses” and “veterinary technicians.”

Veterinary technicians are tasked with a procedure—anesthesia—that is otherwise limited to human doctors, who become anesthesiologists often after obtaining their medical license and training.

Veterinary technicians are an integral part of the team who are equally susceptible to work-related stress and fatigue. This recent survey explored the factors most associated with a greater need for recovery.

Increase your value to a veterinary practice by developing a physical rehabilitation program.

Sometimes even our everyday tasks need a refresher. Watch this video illustrating sterile and proper technique when placing an IV catheter.

Mentorship does not need to be a hierarchical relationship. Follow this approach to ensure the relationship benefits both the mentor and the mentee.

Credentials aren’t just for veterinarians. Team members in all areas who pursue advanced certifications can develop their own careers while benefiting the practice with their honed skills and expertise.

Orthopedic examinations can be challenging. Use these tips to assess orthopedic patients and interpret the findings.