Tasks for the Veterinary Assistant - Softcover

Pattengale, Paula

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0813813026 ISBN 13: 9780813813028

Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell, 2009

Synopsis

Tasks for the Veterinary Assistant is a step–by–step guide providing veterinary assistants with essential information on performing basic procedures accurately and efficiently. Detailing the preparation, procedure, and follow–up for basic veterinary skills, this book is a concise, reliable reference allowing quick access to "how–to" instruction. With chapters ranging from professional conduct and office procedures to medical nursing and surgical tasks, Tasks for the Veterinary Assistant provides a comprehensive, user–friendly resource for veterinary support personnel.

About this title

About the Author

Paula Pattengale, DVM, MA , a small animal clinical practitioner for over 25 years, developed veterinary assistant programs in California, one of which was recognized by the California Department of Education as one of the first model vocational education programs in the state. She is now retired from teaching.

From the Back Cover

Tasks for the Veterinary Assistant, Second Edition is a step–by–step guide providing veterinary assistants with essential information on performing basic procedures accurately and efficiently. Detailing the preparation, procedure, and follow–up for basic veterinary skills, this book is a concise, reliable reference allowing quick access to "how–to" instruction. With chapters ranging from professional conduct and office procedures to medical nursing and surgical tasks, Tasks for the Veterinary Assistant provides a comprehensive, user–friendly resource for veterinary support personnel. Spiral bound for ease of use in the workplace, this book is an essential tool for improving veterinary assisting skills. Tasks for the Veterinary Assistant serves as a valuable aid for veterinary assistant and technician students in the classroom and for staff within the veterinary practice. The book is an essential buy for veterinary assistants and technicians as well as vets and practice managers who are interested in equipping their staff members with the skills to succeed. Key Features: Offers a step–by–step guide to basic veterinary procedures Lists preparation, procedure, and follow–up for correct completion of each task Provides a competency record for recording student or employee mastery of each task Based on the Association of Veterinary Technician Educator′s list of recommended skills Suitable for use in training new employees in the practice setting or as a text in veterinary assistant or technician programs Includes extensive appendices, a glossary, and recommended resources for further reading

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0813813026
• ISBN 13: 9780813813028
• Binding: Spiral-bound
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 704