A second portion of Dr. Ivan Zak’s dissertation reveals veterinary technicians have a dangerously low level of job satisfaction, which is substantially worse than doctors’ satisfaction rates.
Source: Veterinary Integration Solutions, November 9, 2020. Link.
Often, techs are the undervalued force in the clinic setting and are stretched thin with the heavy caseload, excessive time spent on paperwork and reporting, long hours, and additional shifts. Their work is just very hard; physically and emotionally.” – Ivan Zak, DVM
Also see: Younger veterinary professionals are more vulnerable to burnout, Animal Health Digest, October 27, 2020. Link.
Also see: WHO classifies burnout as a medical condition, Animal Health Digest, May 28, 2019. Link.
INSIGHTS: Dr. Zak is sharing the analysis workbook and invites everyone to examine the segments they care about the most: Burnout 2020 Survey Report < link >