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Vet Tech Journals : The continuing Saga
Wanted to give you all an update in my vet tech life.......
So I lost my job last friday and spend the next day updating and email out my resume. I had a line on a website, Vet Staffing services, which is like a temp agency for vet techs, and I posted my resume I got a call literally an HOUR later, The guy that runs it is a management consultant for veteirnary clinics, helping clinics reach their fullest potential. And he had been looking for someone. There is a clinic out in Westlake Village, (Thousand Oaks, which is Northwest of LA County). It's very small, only one doctor, and has been open about 2-3 years. The doctor has 2 techs that are reasonably proficient, but had a few entry level techs with no training. And their training protocol was outdated. they needed someone skilled to not only help them as a skilled tech but to help train their entry level techs AND receptionists in basic skills. And the management consultant had been looking feverishly for an ideal candidate..... and then my resume crossed his desk....... I went in for an interview with the consuntant on Monday and was sent out to Westlake the same day. I'm going to be there 3 days a week, not only being a vet tech, but training the employees and helping them rewrite their training protocol. I jumped right in and so far have impressed the employees and the doctor with my ability to not only know what I'm doing without excessive explanatoin, but ALSO have some skills to show them. They only recently have started using their digital dental x- ray....Well at the last place not only was I trained, but got to the point where Dr. S could say, "Okay shoot xrays of those suspcious teeth and come get me when you're done." It's the same program and though I'm not an expert, I know more than the average tech and can get what is needed. Oh and this doctor also sees exotics, which I have no training in, but because I'm already trained in general, to doctor had no problem yesterday teaching me how to tube feed a cockatiel or have me restrain a Macaw. (BTW, those huge birds can be INTIMIDATING!) It's only a few days a week, so about half the hours, but pays 1 extra dollar an hour than the last place (so small pay increase) And this only so far is for 6 weeks, to help get their entry techs up to speed while also working as a tech. But if I play my cards right adn things go well, there is the small possibilty this could turn into a full time position. and I found out that one of the proficient techs will be leaving in August for Vet School.....hmmmmmm The only drawback to this place is the location. It's a good 25 miles by freeway on the 101, which isn't a great freeway at times. But aside from that, the doctor has seemed to have put a lot of trust in me so it is very promising....... Thanks for all the purrs and I'll keep you updated..... Kristi |
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"Mischief" wrote in message ... And this only so far is for 6 weeks, to help get their entry techs up to speed while also working as a tech. But if I play my cards right adn things go well, there is the small possibilty this could turn into a full time position. and I found out that one of the proficient techs will be leaving in August for Vet School.....hmmmmmm The only drawback to this place is the location. It's a good 25 miles by freeway on the 101, which isn't a great freeway at times. But aside from that, the doctor has seemed to have put a lot of trust in me so it is very promising....... Purrs continuing that everything continues to work out and that this becomes the permanent dream job that you deserve. Pam S. happy dancing for you |
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"Mischief" Wanted to give you all an update in my vet tech life....... So I lost my job last friday and spend the next day updating and email out my resume. I had a line on a website, Vet Staffing services, which is like a temp agency for vet techs, and I posted my resume I got a call literally an HOUR later, The guy that runs it is a management consultant for veteirnary clinics, helping clinics reach their fullest potential. And he had been looking for someone. There is a clinic out in Westlake Village, (Thousand Oaks, which is Northwest of LA County). It's very small, only one doctor, and has been open about 2-3 years. The doctor has 2 techs that are reasonably proficient, but had a few entry level techs with no training. And their training protocol was outdated. they needed someone skilled to not only help them as a skilled tech but to help train their entry level techs AND receptionists in basic skills. And the management consultant had been looking feverishly for an ideal candidate..... and then my resume crossed his desk....... I went in for an interview with the consuntant on Monday and was sent out to Westlake the same day. I'm going to be there 3 days a week, not only being a vet tech, but training the employees and helping them rewrite their training protocol. I jumped right in and so far have impressed the employees and the doctor with my ability to not only know what I'm doing without excessive explanatoin, but ALSO have some skills to show them. They only recently have started using their digital dental x- ray....Well at the last place not only was I trained, but got to the point where Dr. S could say, "Okay shoot xrays of those suspcious teeth and come get me when you're done." It's the same program and though I'm not an expert, I know more than the average tech and can get what is needed. Oh and this doctor also sees exotics, which I have no training in, but because I'm already trained in general, to doctor had no problem yesterday teaching me how to tube feed a cockatiel or have me restrain a Macaw. (BTW, those huge birds can be INTIMIDATING!) It's only a few days a week, so about half the hours, but pays 1 extra dollar an hour than the last place (so small pay increase) And this only so far is for 6 weeks, to help get their entry techs up to speed while also working as a tech. But if I play my cards right adn things go well, there is the small possibilty this could turn into a full time position. and I found out that one of the proficient techs will be leaving in August for Vet School.....hmmmmmm The only drawback to this place is the location. It's a good 25 miles by freeway on the 101, which isn't a great freeway at times. But aside from that, the doctor has seemed to have put a lot of trust in me so it is very promising....... Thanks for all the purrs and I'll keep you updated..... Kristi Kristi, I am so glad to hear this I really and truly hope this will be THE job you've been looking for and hope it works out. Drive safely (duh) and I know you have the skills they need and who knows what will happen Hugs, purrs, prayers and Bright Blessings to a wonderful woman Kyal |
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On Apr 12, 4:39*pm, Mischief wrote:
Wanted to give you all an update in my vet tech life....... So I lost my job last friday and spend the next day updating and email out my resume. I had a line on a website, Vet Staffing services, which is like a temp agency for vet techs, and I posted my resume I got a call literally an HOUR later, The guy that runs it is a management consultant for veteirnary clinics, helping clinics reach their fullest potential. *And he had been looking for someone. There is a clinic out in Westlake Village, (Thousand Oaks, which is Northwest of LA County). *It's very small, only one doctor, and has been open about 2-3 years. The doctor has 2 techs that are reasonably proficient, but had a few entry level techs with no training. *And their training protocol was outdated. they needed someone skilled to not only help them as a skilled tech but to help train their entry level techs AND receptionists in basic skills. And the management consultant had been looking feverishly for an ideal candidate..... and then my resume crossed his desk....... I went in for an interview with the consuntant on Monday and was sent out to Westlake the same day. I'm going to be there 3 days a week, not only being a vet tech, but training the employees and helping them rewrite their training protocol. I jumped right in and so far have impressed the employees and the doctor with my ability to not only know what I'm doing without excessive explanatoin, but ALSO have some skills to show them. They only recently have started using their digital dental x- ray....Well at the last place not only was I trained, but got to the point where Dr. S could say, "Okay shoot xrays of those suspcious teeth and come get me when you're done." *It's the same program and though I'm not an expert, I know more than the average tech and can get what is needed. Oh and this doctor also sees exotics, which I have no training in, but because I'm already trained in general, to doctor had no problem yesterday teaching me how to tube feed a cockatiel or have me restrain a Macaw. *(BTW, those huge birds can be INTIMIDATING!) It's only a few days a week, so about half the hours, but pays 1 extra dollar an hour than the last place (so small pay increase) And this only so far is for 6 weeks, to help get their entry techs up to speed while also working as a tech. *But if I play my cards right adn things go well, there is the small possibilty this could turn into a full time position. and I found out that one of the proficient techs will be leaving in August for Vet School.....hmmmmmm The only drawback to this place is the location. *It's a good 25 miles by freeway on the 101, which isn't a great freeway at times. But aside from that, the doctor has seemed to have put a lot of trust in me so it is very promising....... Thanks for all the purrs and I'll keep you updated..... Kristi Even if you don't get the same pay, it already sounds like a better working atmosphere than your last job. =o) And sounds as if the staff is nicer and more appreciative of you. So hopefully.... they'll just naturally think of you when their Tech leaves for veternary school. in August. I've got the girls purring for a good outcome. Melissa |
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Thanks for all the purrs and I'll keep you updated..... Kristi I am so glad to hear this and good luck. --Fil |
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But aside from that, the doctor has seemed to have put a lot of trust
in me so it is very promising....... Thanks for all the purrs and I'll keep you updated..... Kristi Excellent news, Kristi! We'll keep the purrs coming. Dan |
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Sounds like something you'd like to really get into, Kristi.
We will purr and pray that everything goes your way with no hitches. God bless. Lily & her mama -- Irulan from the stars we come to the stars we return from now until the end of time. "Mischief" wrote in message ... Wanted to give you all an update in my vet tech life....... So I lost my job last friday and spend the next day updating and email out my resume. I had a line on a website, Vet Staffing services, which is like a temp agency for vet techs, and I posted my resume I got a call literally an HOUR later, The guy that runs it is a management consultant for veteirnary clinics, helping clinics reach their fullest potential. And he had been looking for someone. There is a clinic out in Westlake Village, (Thousand Oaks, which is Northwest of LA County). It's very small, only one doctor, and has been open about 2-3 years. The doctor has 2 techs that are reasonably proficient, but had a few entry level techs with no training. And their training protocol was outdated. they needed someone skilled to not only help them as a skilled tech but to help train their entry level techs AND receptionists in basic skills. And the management consultant had been looking feverishly for an ideal candidate..... and then my resume crossed his desk....... I went in for an interview with the consuntant on Monday and was sent out to Westlake the same day. I'm going to be there 3 days a week, not only being a vet tech, but training the employees and helping them rewrite their training protocol. I jumped right in and so far have impressed the employees and the doctor with my ability to not only know what I'm doing without excessive explanatoin, but ALSO have some skills to show them. They only recently have started using their digital dental x- ray....Well at the last place not only was I trained, but got to the point where Dr. S could say, "Okay shoot xrays of those suspcious teeth and come get me when you're done." It's the same program and though I'm not an expert, I know more than the average tech and can get what is needed. Oh and this doctor also sees exotics, which I have no training in, but because I'm already trained in general, to doctor had no problem yesterday teaching me how to tube feed a cockatiel or have me restrain a Macaw. (BTW, those huge birds can be INTIMIDATING!) It's only a few days a week, so about half the hours, but pays 1 extra dollar an hour than the last place (so small pay increase) And this only so far is for 6 weeks, to help get their entry techs up to speed while also working as a tech. But if I play my cards right adn things go well, there is the small possibilty this could turn into a full time position. and I found out that one of the proficient techs will be leaving in August for Vet School.....hmmmmmm The only drawback to this place is the location. It's a good 25 miles by freeway on the 101, which isn't a great freeway at times. But aside from that, the doctor has seemed to have put a lot of trust in me so it is very promising....... Thanks for all the purrs and I'll keep you updated..... Kristi |
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"Mischief" wrote in message ... Wanted to give you all an update in my vet tech life....... So I lost my job last friday and spend the next day updating and email out my resume. I had a line on a website, Vet Staffing services, which is like a temp agency for vet techs, and I posted my resume I got a call literally an HOUR later, The guy that runs it is a management consultant for veteirnary clinics, helping clinics reach their fullest potential. And he had been looking for someone. There is a clinic out in Westlake Village, (Thousand Oaks, which is Northwest of LA County). It's very small, only one doctor, and has been open about 2-3 years. The doctor has 2 techs that are reasonably proficient, but had a few entry level techs with no training. And their training protocol was outdated. they needed someone skilled to not only help them as a skilled tech but to help train their entry level techs AND receptionists in basic skills. And the management consultant had been looking feverishly for an ideal candidate..... and then my resume crossed his desk....... I went in for an interview with the consuntant on Monday and was sent out to Westlake the same day. I'm going to be there 3 days a week, not only being a vet tech, but training the employees and helping them rewrite their training protocol. I jumped right in and so far have impressed the employees and the doctor with my ability to not only know what I'm doing without excessive explanatoin, but ALSO have some skills to show them. They only recently have started using their digital dental x- ray....Well at the last place not only was I trained, but got to the point where Dr. S could say, "Okay shoot xrays of those suspcious teeth and come get me when you're done." It's the same program and though I'm not an expert, I know more than the average tech and can get what is needed. Oh and this doctor also sees exotics, which I have no training in, but because I'm already trained in general, to doctor had no problem yesterday teaching me how to tube feed a cockatiel or have me restrain a Macaw. (BTW, those huge birds can be INTIMIDATING!) It's only a few days a week, so about half the hours, but pays 1 extra dollar an hour than the last place (so small pay increase) And this only so far is for 6 weeks, to help get their entry techs up to speed while also working as a tech. But if I play my cards right adn things go well, there is the small possibilty this could turn into a full time position. and I found out that one of the proficient techs will be leaving in August for Vet School.....hmmmmmm The only drawback to this place is the location. It's a good 25 miles by freeway on the 101, which isn't a great freeway at times. But aside from that, the doctor has seemed to have put a lot of trust in me so it is very promising....... Thanks for all the purrs and I'll keep you updated..... Kristi Doesn't it feel great to work for someone who assumes you know what you are doing? Its a more rare feeling than it ought to be. Sounds like something good, and could turn into something great. Jo |
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Mischief wrote:
There is a clinic out in Westlake Village, (Thousand Oaks, which is Northwest of LA County). It's very small, only one doctor, and has been open about 2-3 years. The doctor has 2 techs that are reasonably proficient, but had a few entry level techs with no training. And their training protocol was outdated. they needed someone skilled to not only help them as a skilled tech but to help train their entry level techs AND receptionists in basic skills. And the management consultant had been looking feverishly for an ideal candidate..... and then my resume crossed his desk....... I went in for an interview with the consuntant on Monday and was sent out to Westlake the same day. I'm going to be there 3 days a week, not only being a vet tech, but training the employees and helping them rewrite their training protocol. Congratulations!! I hope it turns into a full-time job for you. Joyce - who commutes 35 miles each way every day, so I feel your pain! |
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