Resources
Articles of Interest
Please note that some of the following articles will require a login and password available to OVMA members (or members of their practice) by contacting us at (800) 235-3502 or by email.
CE Requirements for CVTs
Certified technicians must report 15 hours of continuing education to the Oregon Veterinary Medical Examining Board by the end of 2007.
Supervision of Administration of Controlled Substances
We have researched Oregon law regarding the ability of a technician to dispense or administer a controlled substance absent of immediate supervision.
FAQ: Supervision of Technicians
The OVMEB rule permitting a licensed veterinary technician to administer a rabies vaccine under direct veterinary supervision has taken effect. Please note that direct supervision means a veterinarian must be on the premises, and that the supervising veterinarian, not the certified technician, is required to sign (stamped signatures not valid) the rabies certificate. For more on supervision of technicians, please see our FAQ.
Oregon's Administrative Rules for Certified Veterinary Technicians
The official requirements for licensure as a CVT in Oregon.
Oregon Veterinary Emergency Response Team
Veterinarians and staff are encouraged to serve as members of OVERT. Volunteers undergo training in animal health emergency management.
AVMA Position: Occupational Risks for Pregnant Workers
The AVMA Executive Board's position on Veterinary Facility Occupational Risks for Pregnant Workers.
Reportable Diseases
Oregon Administrative Rules require veterinarians to report certain diseases to the Oregon Department of Agriculture immediately.
Practice Tips
If you have a practice tip that you would like to share with your colleagues, please email it to us.
Are You An Effective Listener? PDF
Courtesy of Wendy S. Myers
The Best Way to Train a New Receptionist PDF
Courtesy of Wendy S. Myers
How Can I Stop Catfights Among Staff Members? PDF
Courtesy of Wendy S. Myers
Teams That Please Clients PDF
Courtesy of Wendy S. Myers
What to Do When You Overhear a Team Member Give a Client Wrong Information? PDF
Courtesy of Wendy S. Myers