Times and titles are changingNovember 15, 2017Over the past few years, the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) has stepped into a number of conversations that have spurred great debate in the community: transitioning from the term “veterinary technician” to “veterinary nurse.”
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Petplan offers rewards for National Veterinary Technician WeekOctober 12, 2017Petplan pet insurance will kick off National Veterinary Technician Week on Oct. 16-22 with a series of prizes to reward hardworking veterinary staff. "We've been committed to supporting veterinary professionals since our founding, and we believe each member of the veterinary practice deserves their day in the sun," said Natasha Ashton, Petplan co-founder and co-CEO. This year's awards from Petplan Annual membership to the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) for 25 entrants All-expenses-paid scholarship to Dr. Andy Roark's 2018 Uncharted Veterinary Conference for one entrant Full conference registration scholarship to the 2018 Veterinary Meeting & Expo, with an exclusive invitation to Petplan's 2018 Veterinary Excellence Awards gala Petplan is announcing the contest via email to practice staff in the U.S. and Canada. Prizes will be randomly awarded to entrants who visit Petplan's sign-up page and register for a chance to win. "From managing anesthesia to assisting with diagnoses, veterinary technicians are among the most important members of our pets' professional health care team," said Ashton. "Unfortunately, they're not always recognized as such. We're proud to show everyone how much we value their contributions during National Veterinary Technician Week—and every week. We can't wait …
AVMA, NAVTA partner to strengthen vital veterinary team tiesJuly 26, 2017The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) announced it has teamed with the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) to enhance and support the entire veterinary health care team, according to the AVMA.
NAVTA pursues registered veterinary nurse credentialMay 18, 2017The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) has formed the Veterinary Nurse Initiative Coalition to pursue legislative amendments in the 50 states to establish the credential of registered veterinary nurse, substituting registered veterinary technician (RVT), licensed veterinary technician (LVT), certified veterinary technician or licensed veterinary medical technician.
Why you should join a veterinary organizationJanuary 31, 2017Veterinary professionals, regardless of specialty or job path, can join an association—or multiple associations—that champions the industry and their line of work.
NAVTA approves lab animal specialty for vet techsJanuary 27, 2017The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America has designated the area of laboratory animals as a specialty through the establishment of the Academy of Laboratory Animal Veterinary Technicians and Nurses.
NAVTA launches career center websiteNovember 16, 2016Are you a veterinary professional looking for a job? Then you’re in luck! The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) has announced the launch of the NAVTA Career Center.
Q&A with the NAVTAJune 7, 2016CVT, LVT, RVT, LVMT. In all but three states—Hawaii, New Hampshire and Utah—credentialed veterinary technicians insert one of the four titles after their name.
