Scheduling

A bit like herding cats

Abstract

As veterinarians, we enjoy the days when our schedule works as we have planned. Unfortunately, due to the innate nature of our profession, the best made plans often get disrupted. Scheduling can often be a bit like herding cats: a futile attempt to control the uncontrollable. However, there are several keys that can help bring order and organization to the day to ensure the animals are cared for, and the clients are staff all remain happy. Communication, Calendars and Technology are all ways in which our practice tries to ensure the above is true. The most important key is by far communication. Using calendars and technology are ways in which communication is augmented. To become indispensable to our clients and our staff, we all need to be on the same page.