This resource outlines the complete process for hiring, onboarding, and supporting Para team members. It includes step-by-step guides, recruiting tools, onboarding checklists, and retention strategies. Each section below matches the hiring lifecycle for quick reference.
1. Determining Hospital Needs
Guidelines for assessing staffing gaps, defining roles, and securing approvals before posting jobs.
2. Sourcing Qualified Candidates
Platforms and networks for finding licensed and support staff, plus outreach strategies to attract top talent.
- Indeed
- AVMA-Accredited Vet Tech Programs
- Veterinary Technician Job Network of the USA (Facebook Group)
- The Positive Vet Tech! (Facebook Group)
3. Candidate Assessment & Interviewing
Resources for structured interviews, scorecards, and legal hiring practices to ensure a fair process.
4. Onboarding with Intention
Steps to smoothly transition new hires into the team, including Paycom setup and onboarding checklists.
- Paycom Onboarding
- Licensing Info SOP Paycom.pdf
- Update Team Member Bios or Headshots: Submit a Marketing Support Ticket.
- Scrubs Benefit 2025.pdf
5. Support & Retention
First-day requirements, role-specific training materials, and ongoing mentorship support.
A Interview Question Guide - Ask THIS, not THAT
A Interview Question Guide - Ask THIS, Not THAT.pdf
CVT In-Person Interview/Observation Guide
CVT In-Person Interview-Observation Guide.pdf
Kennel Assistant In-Person Interview/Observation Guide
Kennel Assistant In-Person Interview-Observation Guide.pdf
Lead CVT In-Person Interview/Observation Guide
Lead CVT In-Person Interview-Observation Guide.pdf
Lead Veterinary Receptionist In-Person Interview/Observation Guide
Lead Veterinary Receptionist In-Person Interview-Observation Guide.pdf
Veterinary Assistant In-Person Interview/Observation Guide
Veterinary Assistant In-Person Interview-Observation Guide.pdf
Veterinary Receptionist In-Person Interview/Observation Guide
Veterinary Receptionist In-Person Interview-Observation Guide.pdf
Job Role Training: Receptionist
Receptionist Guide (New Team Members)
Jobs Role Training: Veterinary Assistant
Job Role Training: Veterinary Technician
Veterinary Technician Guide and Tools
Job Role Training: Practice Manager
Practice Manger Guide and Training Materials