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Running a successful veterinary practice requires more than medical expertise. Effective business strategy and strong employee engagement are essential for sustainable growth and delivering high-quality patient care.   While the focus on business operations is crucial, many practice owners overlook a critical aspect: engaging with their team. This gap can impact not only customer satisfaction…

You may already be aware of this, but recruitment of veterinary students can begin as early as years two or three in vet school. Usually, large corporate-owned practices have connections to get access to students on campus, but often there’s little or no representation of privately owned clinics. This is why I am excited to…

Independent veterinary practice ownership can be professionally, financially, and personally rewarding. However, competing in the evolving industry landscape comes with challenges. Here are three keys to building and maintaining a successful independent veterinary practice:   1.      Create a Positive Culture Communicate effectively – Use tools like Slack, email, or group messages for quick information, but address personal…

With the nationwide veterinary technician shortage, there are plenty of open positions and candidates eager to fill them. Wondering how your clinic can recruit and retain the best candidates? Read along for some information on the market and strategies to attract vet techs in today’s industry. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there…

Are you looking to add a new veterinarian to your team but are unsure whether a seasoned professional or a fresh graduate would be better? There are definite pros and cons to both options. Read along to determine which level of experience would best fit your clinic’s needs.   Hiring an experienced veterinarian means having…

The growing shortage of veterinarians is expected to continue to escalate over the next decade. A recent study commissioned by the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) has thrown a spotlight on the looming problem. Here are some highlights:   By 2032, the U.S. projected need of 70,092 additional veterinarians. The surge in demand…

As I told you about last week, veterinary faculty are increasingly leaving academic positions. Perhaps the most predominant reason is to enter, or reenter, private practice. Recent findings published in the Journal of Veterinary Education reveal several interrelated factors driving this trend, impacting both faculty morale and retention. These reasons go beyond mere compensation, highlighting…

For years we’ve been reporting about the ongoing shortage of veterinary doctors across the nation. You may not realize, though, that there is also a growing shortage of veterinary faculty.   According to an article published by the National Institute for Health, attrition of veterinary clinical faculty has been an issue for several years and…

The biggest news to hit the employment market last week affects the veterinary industry as well. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a rule to ban noncompete agreements, leaving the door open for workers in any field to change jobs without penalty or delays.   The FTC said by protecting the “fundamental freedom” of individuals…

As the veterinary industry continues to grow and shift each year, there are certain things to watch for in 2024, as covered in vetport.com:   Innovative Pet Care & Technology: As technology continues to improve, and pet owners become more aware of what’s out there to care for their pets, they are more interested in new pet…

[ARTICLE USED: https://pulivarthigroup.com/recruiting-veterinarians-the-millenials/]   As the veterinary industry grows, there has been a shift of millennials taking over leadership roles. Maneuvering this change means understanding what millennials in the veterinary workforce are looking for so that your practice can recruit the best fitting employees.   When trying to recruit more millennial veterinary professionals, it is…

When trying to recruit veterinarians, one important factor to keep in mind is the benefits that come along with employment. Compensation can come in a variety of forms, but it is necessary to outline these to entice potential new hires and maintain a competitive edge against other practices.   Let’s take a look at what…

Recruiting and hiring an associate veterinarian is work. It takes time and effort, and if you do it yourself, it takes money away from your practice. So why not consider hiring a recruiting service to do the work for you?   Many practice owners I speak with are reluctant to take the plunge and shell…

For the past few years, I have been sending you emails about the crisis due to the national shortage of veterinarians. Recent reports have indicated by 2030 there will be a need for 40,000 more veterinary doctors and 130,000 more technicians. Despite these startling statistics, there are some claims that a veterinarian shortage does not exist.  …

What kinds of traits should you be looking for when hiring a veterinarian? The first thing that may come to mind is the medical and clinical knowledge required, but there are certain soft skills that are just as valuable. Read along to see what we consider to be the most important qualities in a new…