VETT 2220 Syllabus

Subject Code

VETT

Course Number

2220

Course Title

Veterinary Practice Management

Prerequisites

COMP 1000 with a grade of C or higher, VETT 1070 with a grade of C or higher, VETT 1110 with a grade of C or higher, VETT 2120 with a grade of C or higher

Corequisites

VETT 2210, VETT 2230

Terms Offered

Offered Fall

Credit Hours

(3-0-3)

Course Description

This course provides an introduction to veterinary facility management. Instructors place emphasis on office management and client relations.

Course Outcomes

Office Management


Order


Description

1

Discuss telephone etiquette.

2

Discuss appointment scheduling

3

Discuss computer utilization in practice including practice management software and on-line services.

4

Discuss admitting, discharging and triage of clients in person and over the phone.

5

Discuss recognizing and responding to medical emergencies.

6

Discuss creation and maintenance of facility records and logs.

7

Discuss inventory control.

8

Handle/ discuss the various financial transactions associated with practice management.

9

Discuss staff communication, interpersonal skills and teamwork.

Client Relations


Order


Description

1

Develop and communicate hospital nutrition protocols.

2

Discuss crisis intervention/grief management skills for clients.

3

Discuss appropriate oral and written communication styles for use with clients and the general public.