Veterinary Voices

Are your recruitment efforts falling short? What if you could transform your clinic's recruitment strategy by focusing on the right values that resonate with job seekers? In this episode, we uncover the untapped potential of talking about employer values such as workforce development, well-being, empowerment, collaboration, and innovation in your job advertisements, and discuss the values job seekers crave like growth and development, work-life balance, autonomy and empowerment, collaboration and teamwork, and innovation and creativity.

But how can you ensure both employers and employees are living up to their stated values? We dive deep into the questions both parties should ask during job interviews to ensure alignment and a healthy workplace culture. 

Plus, learn how to bridge the gap between client-facing and employee-facing values to create a workplace where everyone loves coming to work. 

Could Your Kind of People recognise Their Kind of Clinic?

A job ad may catch a vet’s or nurse’s eye. But it’s their own due diligence that determines whether they apply—or keep in touch.

Culture Story Centres turn real experiences from inside your team into credible, discoverable recruitment evidence, giving vets and nurses meaningful reasons to choose your clinic.

Explore Culture Story Centres for veterinary clinics

Ready to revolutionise your vet clinic's recruitment process and say goodbye to low engagement, high turnover, and skyrocketing costs?

Discover the secret to transforming your employer brand and boosting your clinic's success as we dive into the importance of values alignment, transparency, and a values-driven culture in ep 139 - The Power of Values.

Join us on this enlightening journey as we follow the experiences of Dr. Chris, a talented veterinarian seeking a new opportunity, and learn how aligning employer and employee values can lead to higher job satisfaction and more successful clinics.

We'll discuss the critical role of transparency in the recruitment process and explore how being open about your clinic's values can help build a strong, cohesive team.

Get ready to power up your employer branding game, attract the perfect team members for your clinic, and explore vetclinicjobs.com as a valuable resource in finding the perfect career opportunities.  

Could Your Kind of People recognise Their Kind of Clinic?

A job ad may catch a vet’s or nurse’s eye. But it’s their own due diligence that determines whether they apply—or keep in touch.

Culture Story Centres turn real experiences from inside your team into credible, discoverable recruitment evidence, giving vets and nurses meaningful reasons to choose your clinic.

Explore Culture Story Centres for veterinary clinics

Do you agree that traditional veterinary recruitment is desperately calling for a better way?

Are you sick of being at the mercy of unverified employer review sites and Google to shape your clinic's employer reputation?

Are you frustrated by the lack of insight into what it's really like to work at a clinic you've got your eye on? 

Today, we unveil VetClinicJobs – the reimagined approach to veterinary recruitment that has the potential to totally revolutionise the industry.

I'm Julie South, your host for today's Vet Staff podcast (formerly "Paws Claws Wet Noses"), and together we'll explore how VetClinicJobs is redefining veterinary recruitment by providing job seekers with crucial insights into a clinic's culture, values, and work environment.

Join me as we dive into the world of employer reviews, and the potential impact of unverified and anonymous reviews on your business. 

We'll discuss the importance of employer brand marketing and share our journey of how three years of hard work and the pandemic led to the creation of VetClinicJobs. 

Learn how the VetClinicJobs platform is helping job applicants find the perfect fit by giving them a better understanding of a clinic's culture before they even apply. 

Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionise your recruitment efforts and create a workplace that everyone looks forward to on Monday mornings!

Could Your Kind of People recognise Their Kind of Clinic?

A job ad may catch a vet’s or nurse’s eye. But it’s their own due diligence that determines whether they apply—or keep in touch.

Culture Story Centres turn real experiences from inside your team into credible, discoverable recruitment evidence, giving vets and nurses meaningful reasons to choose your clinic.

Explore Culture Story Centres for veterinary clinics

Welcome to the exciting new chapter of the Vet Staff podcast, where we promise to help you navigate the ever-changing landscape of recruitment and employer brand marketing in the veterinary world! We're on a mission to revolutionize the recruitment market and create people-first workplaces, so say goodbye to the Paws Claws Wet Noses days and let's embark on this journey together.

We couldn't be more thrilled to announce our partnership with VetClinicJobs.com, an innovative global job board dedicated to connecting veterinary professionals with clinics that shine online. What makes this platform stand out, and how can it elevate your career or clinic's employer branding game? Stay tuned as we explore topics like the power of Vet Clinic Employer Branding and the power of Personal Branding in upcoming episodes. Together, let's create a world where everyone loves going to work on Monday mornings!

Could Your Kind of People recognise Their Kind of Clinic?

A job ad may catch a vet’s or nurse’s eye. But it’s their own due diligence that determines whether they apply—or keep in touch.

Culture Story Centres turn real experiences from inside your team into credible, discoverable recruitment evidence, giving vets and nurses meaningful reasons to choose your clinic.

Explore Culture Story Centres for veterinary clinics

Julie South of VetStaff speaks with Dr. Stuart Burrough of Vet Marlborough in the final instalment of a three-part series.

Dr. Burrough discusses the strategies his clinic has implemented to mitigate the veterinary shortage and create a great place to work.

He emphasises the importance of paying staff well enough to remove money as a motivator, and shares his vision for a veterinary business that prioritises personal and professional growth.

The episode concludes with a discussion of the impact of training on employee satisfaction and clinic success.

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first episode with Dr Burrough
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Could Your Kind of People recognise Their Kind of Clinic?

A job ad may catch a vet’s or nurse’s eye. But it’s their own due diligence that determines whether they apply—or keep in touch.

Culture Story Centres turn real experiences from inside your team into credible, discoverable recruitment evidence, giving vets and nurses meaningful reasons to choose your clinic.

Explore Culture Story Centres for veterinary clinics

Ever wondered how the professional skills of vet nurses could revolutionise the future of veterinary care?

Join us for a captivating conversation with Dr. Stuart Burrough, a veterinarian and owner of Vet Marlborough, who shares his journey and innovative approach to task delegation.

Learn how this unique principle has transformed Vet Marlborough's practice efficiency, elevating the role of vet nurses and addressing veterinarian shortages.

But that's not all - we have some thrilling updates to share!

Tune in to hear about the rebranding of our podcast to the Vetstaff Podcast, and the launch of our exclusive leadership and personal development programme for vet nurses.

Plus, discover the Revive Your Drive 2-Minute Videos, bite-sized videos, designed to support mental health in the veterinary workplace. 

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Dr. Stuart's experience and find out how you can play a part in shaping the future of veterinary care.

Could Your Kind of People recognise Their Kind of Clinic?

A job ad may catch a vet’s or nurse’s eye. But it’s their own due diligence that determines whether they apply—or keep in touch.

Culture Story Centres turn real experiences from inside your team into credible, discoverable recruitment evidence, giving vets and nurses meaningful reasons to choose your clinic.

Explore Culture Story Centres for veterinary clinics

VetStaff's Julie South chats with Dr Stuart Burrough (BVSc., MANZCVS) a veterinarian with a passion for innovation and commitment to veterinary research.

Dr. Burrough is the founder and director of Vet Marlborough and discusses his three-month experiences as part of a Practitioner in Residence prog at the University of Florida.  

We also delve into Dr. Burrough's innovative approaches to veterinary medicine, including his pioneering work in stem cell therapy for arthritis treatment in dogs, and laparoscopic assisted gastropexies for giant breed dogs and working Huntaway dogs.

Tune in to learn about Dr. Burrough's commitment to providing the best standards of care for his patients and his passion for outdoor activities such as sailing, scuba diving, and skiing.

Find out more about the Small Animal Veterinarian vacancy at Vet Marlborough
If you'd like to know more about the small animal veterinarian vacancy at Vet Marlborough please contact either Julie South or Isobel Cooper:

 

Could Your Kind of People recognise Their Kind of Clinic?

A job ad may catch a vet’s or nurse’s eye. But it’s their own due diligence that determines whether they apply—or keep in touch.

Culture Story Centres turn real experiences from inside your team into credible, discoverable recruitment evidence, giving vets and nurses meaningful reasons to choose your clinic.

Explore Culture Story Centres for veterinary clinics

This is the second in the 2-part series where Julie South interviews veterinary nurse practice manager and author of Tales of a Vet Nurse, Jade Pengelly.  

We dive into the controversial topic of how vet nurses are trained and perceived in the UK versus New Zealand. 

Jade Pengelly, shares her insights on the similarities and differences between the two nations and her views on what needs to change in New Zealand clinics to help vet nurses reach their full potential. 

We discuss the importance of building trust and rapport with vets to gain more responsibilities and recognition, as well as the need for culture shifts in some veterinary practices. 

We also touch on the mental health of veterinary employees and employers, management's responsibility to ensure the mental health of their staff, and ways to improve mental health in the veterinary profession. 

Tune in for more on this thought-provoking episode.

Could Your Kind of People recognise Their Kind of Clinic?

A job ad may catch a vet’s or nurse’s eye. But it’s their own due diligence that determines whether they apply—or keep in touch.

Culture Story Centres turn real experiences from inside your team into credible, discoverable recruitment evidence, giving vets and nurses meaningful reasons to choose your clinic.

Explore Culture Story Centres for veterinary clinics

Are you a veterinary nurse looking to take your career to the next level? If so, you won't want to miss today’s episode!

In this first of two episodes, we sit down with Jade Pengelly, a veterinary nurse and published author whose book, "Tales of a Vet Nurse," is a must-read for anyone in the field.

Jade is on a mission to help veterinary nurses gain the recognition they deserve both with the public and in clinic.

Join us as we dive into Jade's journey, the inspiration behind her book, and her mission to help vet nurses find greater job satisfaction and why she describes herself as one of those people that vet nurses love to hate.


Revive Your Drive - Mental Health Awareness bite sized videos for Mental Health Awareness Month of May - for veterinary employees and employers.

Purchase "Tales of a Vet Nurse" on Amazon:  softback or Kindle versions:

• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BH6RYTX4
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperCollins (March 1, 2023)
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 1, 2023
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Print length ‏ : ‎ 270 pages
• Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1775542173

Could Your Kind of People recognise Their Kind of Clinic?

A job ad may catch a vet’s or nurse’s eye. But it’s their own due diligence that determines whether they apply—or keep in touch.

Culture Story Centres turn real experiences from inside your team into credible, discoverable recruitment evidence, giving vets and nurses meaningful reasons to choose your clinic.

Explore Culture Story Centres for veterinary clinics

Are you an employer looking for ways to enhance the quality of life for yourself and your team in the workplace?

Do you often find your team feeling overwhelmed and out of control?

As a team leader, do you struggle to provide the right support during difficult times?

While the saying "focus on what you can control" can seem trite and unhelpful, it's critical for the well-being of your team.

Today is all about practical strategies to help you and your team regain balance and empowerment in your work life.

Keep listening to discover how to improve the quality of life at work for you and your employees.

Other Episodes Mentioned:
https://www.vetstaff.co.nz/quality-of-life-factors-workplace/
https://www.vetstaff.co.nz/sceptics-guide-to-gratitude-discovering-benefits-of-cultivating-thankfulness/
https://www.vetstaff.co.nz/dr-megan-alderson-the-vetthrive-collective-ep-102/
https://www.vetstaff.co.nz/veterinary-part-timers-how-to-attract-embrace-veterinary-part-timers-to-run-profitable-vet-clinic-pt2/

Could Your Kind of People recognise Their Kind of Clinic?

A job ad may catch a vet’s or nurse’s eye. But it’s their own due diligence that determines whether they apply—or keep in touch.

Culture Story Centres turn real experiences from inside your team into credible, discoverable recruitment evidence, giving vets and nurses meaningful reasons to choose your clinic.

Explore Culture Story Centres for veterinary clinics