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  Introduction

  Unit 1 - The Basics of Veterinary Practice
  Unit 2 - Administrative Duties
  Unit 3 - Computers in the Veterinary Practice
  Unit 4 - The Vet Assistant as a Communicator
  Unit 5 - Ethics and Law in the Office
  Unit 6 - Billing / Collecting in the Office
  Unit 7 - Assisting the Vet and Grooming Basics
  Unit 8 - Preparing for Employment
  Final Exam

  Topics in this Unit

  Basics of Veterinary Practice

  Staffing the Practice
  Veterinary Settings
  Time Management
  Cross-Training
  Office Policies and Procedures
  Maintaining a Safe Facility
  Safety Hazards
  Preventing Accidental Injury
  Controlling Infection and Disease
  OSHA Guidelines
  Right-to-know Station
  Office Equipment and Maintenance
  Materials and Supplies
  Want Lists
  Inventory Management
  Activities and Unit Exam

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Veterinary Assistant DEMO - Unit 1 - Page 2

Staffing the Practice The leader of the veterinary practice is the veterinarian, who is assisted in many cases by an office or practice manager. Veterinarians specialize in treating animals of all types, although some veterinarians may only work with certain species or breeds. Vets must complete a rigorous training program to earn their Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) credential. They must attend an accredited veterinary college and must pass a state examination to obtain a license to practice. All vets must participate in continuing education to maintain their license. The American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA) is the support organization for veterinarians. Click to explore the AVMA website. Many veterinary practices employ a veterinary technician, who assists the veterinarian in caring for animals. Often these professionals administer medications, perform diagnostic techniques and physician examinations, and assist with surgery. They often assist with practice management procedures as well. Veterinary Technicians have their own organization, NAVTA (National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America). Click to explore the NAVTA website. Veterinary Technologists earn a four-year degree in an accredited veterinary technologist program, and then must be state licensed and complete continuing education requirements.