Veterinarians:
* Licensed Veterinarians (DVM/VMD): The primary care providers, responsible for diagnosing and treating animal illnesses and injuries, performing surgeries, providing vaccinations, and offering preventative care.
Support Staff:
* Veterinary Technicians: Assist veterinarians in all aspects of patient care, including taking vital signs, administering medications, performing laboratory tests, and providing anesthesia. They also play a crucial role in client education and communication.
* Veterinary Assistants: Provide support to technicians and veterinarians. They may assist with tasks like cleaning cages, restraining animals, and preparing instruments.
* Receptionists: Handle client communication, scheduling appointments, answering phones, managing billing, and providing administrative support.
* Groomers: (May be a separate business or part of the veterinary practice) Provide grooming services for pets, including bathing, brushing, nail trimming, and ear cleaning.
Specialized Roles:
* Veterinary Specialists: (Often found in larger practices) Veterinarians with advanced training in specific areas such as surgery, internal medicine, ophthalmology, dentistry, oncology, or emergency medicine.
* Radiology Technicians: Operate and maintain x-ray equipment and assist with imaging procedures.
* Laboratory Technicians: Conduct laboratory tests, such as blood work and urinalysis.
Other Potential Staff:
* Animal Caretakers: Provide care and attention to animals while they are hospitalized.
* Office Manager: Oversees the day-to-day operations of the practice.
* Marketing and Sales: (In some larger practices) Promote services and build client relationships.
The specific roles and number of staff at a veterinary surgery vary based on its size, specialties, and the volume of patients.