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For veterinary professionals, even with the current talent shortage, a poorly crafted résumé or CV can sabotage your chances of landing that perfect role you have always dreamed of. While the industry keenly needs to find the best talent for their practices and hospitals, having an ineffective resume can still cost you interviews with the best employers that match your ideal career goals.

If you’re finding that despite the high demand, you’re not connecting with the right opportunities, the culprit may be a résumé that fails to showcase your true value. Hiring trends in veterinary clinics and hospitals have evolved, and what worked 10, 5, or even 2 years ago might be holding you back from finding your perfect fit today.

With hiring managers often scanning a resume in mere seconds, optimizing both what you include and leave out is crucial. This isn’t about simply getting any job – it’s about positioning yourself for the right job with the right practice in this high-demand market…

As a leading veterinary practice owner or manager, you already know that your team is your greatest asset and investment. When practice owners get team engagement right, everything else falls into place more smoothly. And yet the reality is that running a busy veterinary practice pulls you in countless directions – client needs, medical emergencies, and business operations all demand your attention – and team engagement often takes second place to things that are urgent or more imminent.

We’ve gathered insights from successful practice owners and managers across our VeterinaryModa Community to uncover straightforward, practical strategies you can implement next week—not next quarter—to strengthen your team’s satisfaction and build lasting retention. These tested approaches will help ensure your valuable staff members feel genuinely appreciated and choose to stay with your practice for the long haul.

Veterinary medicine is changing fast. New technologies and shifting attitudes towards animal care are opening doors to exciting career paths for vets and vet techs alike. From data science to innovative therapies, our profession’s future is full of opportunity.

Ready to explore what’s next? We’ve identified seven cutting-edge roles that are reshaping veterinary practice. Whether you’re fresh out of school or a seasoned pro looking for a new challenge, these emerging careers offer ways to make a real difference in animal health and welfare.

Ever thought about using big data to spot disease trends before they become outbreaks? Or helping injured pets recover with state-of-the-art rehab techniques? The future of vet med is full of surprising opportunities. Your perfect career fit might be one you haven’t even heard of yet.

The veterinary landscape is evolving rapidly. While corporate consolidation has dominated headlines for years, a different trend is gaining momentum: the rise of de novo veterinary practices.

The term “de novo” (Latin for “anew” or “from the beginning”) represents more than just starting a new clinic—it embodies a fresh approach to veterinary medicine. These practices aren’t simply new buildings; they’re reimagined models for delivering veterinary services that reflect contemporary best practices, innovative environments, and forward-thinking approaches tailored to meet the evolving expectations of both clients and patients.

As pet ownership continues to surge globally and client expectations shift, de novo practices are emerging as a direct market-driven response to group consolidation. After years of aggressive corporate acquisition, this consolidation is now slowing and plateauing—both as buying opportunities diminish and as the market increasingly demands more personalized and distinctive care options beyond standardized corporate offerings. De novo models are filling this gap with tailored approaches to veterinary care. Additionally, financial institutions have developed more sophisticated funding models specifically designed for these ground-up ventures, recognizing their potential for strong returns and market impact. Could this revolutionary approach be your next strategic advantage?

In our fast-paced world of veterinary medicine, standing out is no longer just an option – it’s a necessity. For veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and veterinary technicians alike, crafting a personal brand has become a powerful tool to navigate and thrive as you seek to advance your veterinary career. Personal branding is more than just a buzzword; it’s about creating a visible, unique identity that reflects your skills, values, and professional journey.

Explore the essential elements of building a personal brand, from creating an impressive online presence to effective networking and proudly displaying your professional accomplishments. Whether you’re a seasoned veterinarian, a skilled veterinary nurse, or a passionate veterinary technician, our guide provides you with the tools and inspiration to craft a personal brand that opens doors to new opportunities and professional growth. It’s time to take the initiative and start building your personal brand today…

Whether you are building a new practice from the ground up or approaching a new role where practice management is a key element, ensuring a positive culture is critical to your success.  Your practice culture will be reflected in your team’s attitudes and, in turn, how your clients and patients feel when they interact with your team. Taking the time to build positivity into your business practices will pay huge dividends. Here are 6 proven strategies and tactics to get you started… 

Finding and attracting exceptional veterinary talent feels harder than ever. Practice owners tell us they lie awake at night wondering how to build their dream team. Sound familiar? The good news is, we’ve uncovered what really matters to top veterinary professionals when they’re choosing their next role. After connecting with thousands of candidates and practices, three key factors consistently stand out as deal-makers (or breakers). Whether you’re looking to welcome a new vet, nurse, or tech to your practice family, understanding these essential elements will transform your ability to attract the right people. Let’s explore what makes outstanding veterinary professionals choose one practice over another…

Let’s be honest – finding exceptional veterinary talent feels a bit like trying to catch lightning in a bottle these days, doesn’t it? With practices everywhere competing for the same pool of qualified professionals, even small missteps in your hiring process could mean watching that perfect candidate slip away to another clinic. But before you start wondering if you’ll ever fill that crucial position on your team, take a deep breath – we’ve identified the most common hiring pitfalls that might be holding you back.

After working with thousands of veterinary practices and analyzing successful hiring strategies across the industry, we’ve pinpointed exactly where many recruitment efforts go wrong – and more importantly, how to fix them. Whether you’re struggling with a current vacancy or planning ahead for future growth, we’re about to show you how to transform your hiring process from frustrating to fantastic. Ready to stop accidentally sabotaging your recruitment efforts and start attracting the top-tier talent your practice deserves? Let’s dive in…

Talking about salary negotiations often feels intimidating, especially for those of us who ventured into veterinary medicine driven by compassion rather than numbers. Yet fair compensation plays a key part in creating a supportive atmosphere for everyone—clinicians, clients, and the practice as a whole. When both sides benefit, a healthier dynamic emerges, where professional growth and patient care go hand in hand.

In this article, we’ll guide you through a straightforward, well-prepared approach that makes discussing pay far less daunting than you might think. By following the steps outlined here, you’ll learn to present your value in a way that resonates with your employer, ensuring that both your career goals and the practice’s success remain at the forefront. It’s a conversation that can open doors for everyone involved, and especially when you have these steps to follow…