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Jade Velasquez

Jade Velasquez

LVT, Practice Manager

Jade Velasquez is an LVT and practice manager who works at a general practice in Gig Harbor, Washington. She uses her writing and speaking to reach veterinary professionals with her unique view on veterinary medicine. In 2014, Jade created the Facebook group Veterinary Support Staff Unleashed to boost positivity and create dialogue to inspire open communication in the field. She is also a regular contributor to The NAVTA Journal and guest author at DrAndyRoark.com.

Man holding small dog looking at watch waiting for an appointment.

Run Your Practice

How to Manage Late Appointments in Your Veterinary Practice

Pet owners showing up late for veterinary appointments is a tricky situation. You always want to provide excellent customer service …

| 5 minute read

| Jul 30, 2019

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Manage Your Team

Common Workflow Issues Your Staff May Not Be Telling You About

Workflow efficiency is something every practice manager strives for. Even small issues in your office's process affect how the day …

| 5 minute read

| Jul 19, 2019

Golden retriever swimming underwater during the summer months.

Run Your Practice

Dog Days of Summer: Tips for Practice Managers During the Busy Season

Spring and summer are the veterinary busy season, and very quickly the clinic can go from a steady pace to …

| Jun 14, 2019

Cat sitting on desk with new veterinary practice manager.

Manage Your Team

Tips for Finding a Mentor as a New Practice Manager

I started out a little over a year ago as a newbie practice manager. I was …

| 4 minute read

| Jun 06, 2019

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Communicate with Clients

Kitten Adoption Education is Crucial for Long-Term Pet Health

Spring has sprung! Along with the blooming flowers and pollen count increase, we are seeing some of the cutest patients …

| 4 minute read

| May 07, 2019

Three black dogs sitting in driver's seat of a car.

Manage Your Team

Veterinary Team Decision-Making: Decisions Aren't Just for Managers

Veterinary team decision-making is one of the most difficult parts of being a practice manager. Your team's happiness at work …

| 4 minute read

| Apr 02, 2019

Gray tabby cat sitting on a new practice manager's desk.

Manage Your Team

New to Veterinary Practice Management? Tips Now That You're in Charge

Are you new to veterinary practice management? Welcome! This profession is a unique challenge with tons to learn, limitless ways …

| 5 minute read

| Mar 28, 2019

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Manage Your Team

5 Veterinary Practice Team Building Ideas That Won't Break the Bank

Life in veterinary practices can be very hectic with new tasks and challenges constantly piling up. Your team may often …

| 5 minute read

| Mar 05, 2019

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