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Found 431 articles
Post-pandemic – now is the time to add a new skill for your whole team
- 19 Jan 2022
BECKY KEEBLE BVM&S, MRCVS, uses laparoscopy as an example of how introducing a new service with live in-house training can motivate and inspire team members, and prepare practices for a brighter future…
Firing and rehiring staff: is it right?
- 11 Jan 2022
ADAM BERNSTEIN explores the use of a process that is coming under increasing scrutiny, as well as Government guidance on its use and advice for employers considering this approach…
The right to disconnect – is this the future for employee mental health?
- 23 Dec 2021
Kendel Shepherd, an associate in the employment team at law firm Walker Morris LLP, looks at this elusive concept and what its legal obligation consequences would be for companies…
Flexible working: is it set to become new job, day-one right?
- 23 Nov 2021
ADAM BERNSTEIN discusses a private members’ bill’s potential to change working life.
A tale of workloads, contracts and discrimination
- 13 Oct 2021
Adam Bernstein speaks to Gareth Edwards, a partner in the employment team at VWV, on what employers should do to protect employees and stay out of tribunals, using a case as an example.
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You’re hired! Value of apprenticeships
- 12 Oct 2021
ADAM BERNSTEIN discusses how apprentice schemes serve as a great method for introducing the next generation into the worlds of learning and work, including opportunities in the veterinary world.
Socially acceptable behaviour: company policies
- 29 Sep 2021
How employees use social media in the course of their employment is particularly important for businesses. Jasnoop Cheema discusses company policies, referencing examples, and what to include.
SPONSORED: Partnership from start to finish
- 22 Sep 2021
Medivet’s novel route into practice ownership is accessible to vets at every stage of their career.
From passion to innovation – finding new ways through COVID-19
- 3 Sep 2021
In such uncertain times it is important we make the most of what we have. RVN Ruth Waters from Dorset has been doing just that with her new e-commerce store.
Broken reputations
- 26 Aug 2021
They can be hard to gain and quick to lose, so it's important you know how to react if employees don't behave as they should, as Adam Bernstein explains…
Life as a dermatology vet nurse
- 20 Jul 2021
Emma Marshall – head RVN for Joii – shares her passion for this speciality, how her role aids both clients and clinician, and how, when it comes to skin disease, no one size fits all.
No COVID-19 jab, no job?
- 19 Jul 2021
As the vaccination programme continues, ADAM BERNSTEIN looks at the legal difficulties faced by employers in balancing health and safety obligations against the opinions and wishes of staff who refuse the vaccine.
Recruiting employees – beware legal pitfalls
- 6 Jul 2021
Most employers understandably think they should be able to recruit anyone they want by whatever process they choose. To a certain extent, they can. However, as ADAM BERNSTEIN explains, that does not mean there won’t be any consequences should the method of recruitment fail to meet the legal requirements…
The extra something farm vet interviewers look for
- 30 Jun 2021
Tim Potter BVetMed, PhD, MRCVS, clinical director at Westpoint Farm Vets, runs through some of the expectations for a farm vet candidate – and why his practice has adopted competency-based interviews.
Making it in an equine practice job interview
- 30 Jun 2021
Equine specialist Phil Cramp BVM&S, DipECVS, MRCVS – a founding partner of Hambleton Equine Clinic and BEVA careers committee member – discusses how equine vet candidates should approach interviews.
What are practices looking for in prospective vets?
- 29 Jun 2021
Vet Ian Wright, co-owner of Mount Veterinary Practice in Lancashire, offers some pointers on what practices are looking for from candidates at interview.
Interview success: how to bring out your best
- 29 Jun 2021
Fiona Stephens, recruitment manager for Goddard Veterinary Group, offers some sage advice on conducting yourself in interviews.
Tips for approaching your first interview
- 29 Jun 2021
RVC emergency and critical care resident Dave Beeston, who has been charting his early career in the profession in Vet Times, offers his insight on first interviews.
The rise of locuming: it’s a contractual issue
- 8 Jun 2021
Freelance writer Simon Toye, who is married to a vet practising in the east midlands, shares his belief that veterinary professionals are turning to locum work due to issues with the terms of many roles, with those in the industry seeing it as a method of being able to work when they can, not when an employer dictates…
Extending skills beyond the clinic
- 2 Jun 2021
Hannah Durling, a member of the StreetVet Norwich committee, shares her experience of the launch of, and volunteering with, this branch.