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How to Structure an Associate DVM’s Pay

Each veterinary practice must determine the best approach, whether it involves salary, production or a combination.

Job candidates turn down offers and associates are prone to quit when compensation is out of line and the workplace has culture issues.

Be judicious in deciding to whom you’ll grant credit (if anyone).

If your hospital is underperforming, define your value proposition, diagnose any other problems and make the necessary fixes.

Practice managers must learn to free themselves from their job when time off beckons.

Skipping critical steps in identifying the best person for your practice will lead to failure.

If you are seriously overworked, sit down with your boss and discuss the hours.

Practice managers and associate veterinarians must develop a working relationship built on trust, respect and boundaries.

Even the best rules have reason to be broken at times.

Make sure your replacement’s training sessions cover at least the basics of all aspects of your job.

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