The job interview

I had my “working job interview” to be a vet tech this morning.  The job really is a tech job, and not specifically “an assistant”, but I’d have on-the-job training and wouldn’t go to school for my education.  I’d never be eligible to be licensed by the state unless I still went to school (which is sort of silly, as I’m not sure if school matters if you can pass the four-hour accreditation exam), but those aren’t things I need to worry about right now.  Right now, I still have to wait to find out if I’m offered a job.

I think the morning went pretty well.  There were three techs working today, and three vets, so the work came at a steady pace.  I held three large dogs still for bloodwork, and held two cats for ultrasound-assisted urinalysis.  I did a nail trim on a kitten, watched a dog be anaesthetized, and watched a toe amputation surgery on a samoyed.  I mostly just stood around and watched, trying to not get in the way, and the time passed quickly (I was there for three hours).  When I left I was told they were doing interviews with about four other people, so they’d “let me know”, and I realize that my odds of getting a job are minimal if they have other applicants with experience.  Still, I enjoyed myself, and felt surprisingly calm.  I was warned over and over again that the job was messy, and that I’d get injured and bitten, and that it “wasn’t like ‘Emergency Vets’”, but I’m a bit skeptical about that last part.  I don’t see why “Emergency Vets” wouldn’t be fairly authentic, considering it’s a non-fiction show, and given that the old sitcom “WKRP in Cincinnati” was a very accurate portrayal of life at a radio station.  If a sitcom can be true-to-life, then why not a reality show?!  I think the only thing not authentic about “Emergency Vets” is that they don’t show all the routine vaccinations, anal gland squeezings, etc., but that wouldn’t make for good television (or smell-o-vision).  Personally, I’m quite content with the idea of going to work every day and just holding snarling cats while they have blood drawn.

Our dogs, Eli and Dante, were very excited when I came home with so many interesting smells on me, and they kept busy for about 10 minutes “reading my pants”.  My clothes were filthy after just three hours, so I see the appeal of scrubs.

Unfortunately, one of the staff members at the clinic died unexpectedly yesterday, so things were in a bit of disarray and rather somber.  I didn’t know the person who died very well, as she’d only started working there a few months ago, but I’d certainly spoken to her on the phone a lot and thought she was really good at her job, and was pleasant to deal with.  I’m actually relieved it wasn’t someone I’d known better.

Time for bed now… tomorrow we’re off to SuperZoo.

Posted by Leigh-Ann on 09/21 at 08:39 PM

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  1. Well, if nothing else an interesting morning! Just because someone else has experience doesn’t mean they’re a better prospect BTW. Trainability and a good attitude trumps experience…I’ve hired many people.
    I used to live near Alameda East, the clinic where ER vets was filmed. I’ve been there three times - one with two dogs of mine who got into a huge bloody fight with a foster dog. Then with a neighbor’s dog who was hit by a car in front of my house, and also with a Rottie who laid his foot open on broken glass on a Sunday. (Why do these things often
    happen when your regular vet is closed?)

    Funny - my verification word is “body.”

    Posted by Carina  on  09/22  at  02:11 AM

  2. A working interview. What a great idea. Good luck!

    Posted by Susan  on  09/22  at  06:38 AM

  3. I hope the interview leads to good things! Personally, I think your attitude and natural rapport with animals far outweighs a certificate.  Or several.

    Posted by Helly  on  09/22  at  09:15 AM

  4. Congratulations on having the interview. I agree. Someone who’s interested, pleasant, capable and willing to learn would get the hire from me.

    Posted by Diana  on  09/22  at  11:39 AM

  5. Hoping for the best! Good gosh when it rains, it POURS at that clinic! I hope they hire you and soon enough, move you on up into a rank with which you’re happy. Happy Daze and great blogging material to come.

    :) Well, I’ll keep positive thoughts anyway.

    Lately, reaching your blog has become a non issue during the past week. I suspect it has to do with my ISP because the speed of my connection has reverted to about normal now and the theblogpound loads up lickety split. (fingers crossed!)

    Posted by Semavi Lady  on  09/23  at  01:10 AM

  6. It sounds like you would be good for the job and Eli and Dante would have a doggie “newspaper” to read every time you came home.

    Posted by jan  on  09/23  at  02:33 PM

  7. Good luck!  Hope you get the job.

    Posted by Ruth  on  09/23  at  03:07 PM

  8. that sounds WAAAAY more interesting than any job interview I’ve ever been to. :)  Cool experience, whether you get the job or not (but here’s hoping you do).

    Posted by jg  on  09/23  at  08:14 PM

  9. Would you believe.. that in 4 years when I retire from my current occupation (RN) I would love to work as a vet assistant, vet tech or even office assistant for a vet. When I was young I always wanted to be a vet.. but my Dad was old school and I became a registered nurse instead.  Haven’t quite given up on the dream completely. :-)

    Posted by Coll  on  09/25  at  07:13 AM

  10. If you squeezed even one anal gland and they don’t give you the job, you should sue them.  Seriously, I hope you get it!

    Posted by Nancy  on  09/25  at  05:53 PM

  11. Still no word on the job… I called and was told they’re still doing interviews.  I’ll keep my fingers crossed, but if it doesn’t work out, I’ll try to get one of the receptionist positions to at least get my foot in the door (and to get health insurance)!

    Posted by Leigh-Ann  on  09/30  at  12:47 AM
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