Ask The VET Recruiter
Why should we use a recruiter instead of hiring internally?
Focusing only on internal options could result in the company overlooking a highly qualified candidate who would have been a better fit for the role. You could limit your options which could cause you to miss out on solid candidates. It could also lead to a lack of...
Do you offer help with salary negotiations?
Yes, we offer both our clients and candidates assistance with salary negotiations when we are working together. We help bring both parties together where it is a “win win” for both the employer and candidate.
Do you recruit and fill roles within the Pet Industry?
Yes, we recruit and fill roles within the Pet industry ranging from executive roles to sales positions, to marketing, regulatory affairs, and R&D positions. We work across the Animal Health industry, Veterinary profession, and the Pet industry.
Why choose a specialized animal health/veterinary recruiting firm rather than a broad-based search firm?
Working with a specialized recruiting firm is smart and can work to your advantage. The specialized firm is already familiar with your industry, and they understand the positions within your niche. This matters because the firm does not need to learn or familiarize...
Are your services nationwide or location-specific?
We work nationwide across the United States and throughout Canada, providing Animal Health and Veterinary recruiting services for organizations and veterinary practices of all sizes. In addition to our North American reach, we conduct executive-level searches on a...
Do I need to be actively job searching to work with you?
The best time to look for a new position is when you have a good job now because you have the leverage of having a good job to find something that could offer you more career growth than you have now. The worst time to look for a job is when you are unemployed and may...
Is there a fee for candidates to use your services?
No, there is no fee for candidates to use our services. Our services are paid for by clients who hire us to fill their most critical positions.
When is the best time to look for another job?
Let me start by saying that the worst time to look for a new job is when you don’t have a job because you might take the first job that comes along even if it is not the best role for you. The best time to look for another position is when you have a job, and you can...
What Kind of Positions Does The VET Recruiter Fill?
Thank you for asking the question. Here are some examples of positions we have filled: https://thevetrecruiter.com/examples-of-our-placements/ Board of Directors Members Advisory Board Members Chief Executive Officer President of Animal Health Company Investor General...
How Important is it that the Recruiter my Company Hires has Experience in the Animal Health or Veterinary Industry?
It is highly beneficial and, in many cases, essential for a recruiter to have experience in the specific industry where your company operates. Here are some reasons why: They understand the nuances of the industry: Industry experience gives recruiters a deep...
When Do You Need the Services of a Professional Recruiter?
From an Employer Standpoint: It might be more cost-effective: You have billable work to be done, and you have to stop work to search for candidates. It might be more cost-effective to hire a professional recruiter to do most of the search work for you so you can...
If I am a Veterinarian working in clinical practice, how can I get a job in the Animal Health Industry?
Transitioning from clinical Veterinary practice to the Animal Health industry offers an opportunity to apply your expertise on a larger scale. To start, clarify your career goals by identifying why you are looking to make a move from clinical practice. Understanding...
What are the advantages of choosing a boutique firm like The VET Recruiter over a large firm?
Choosing a boutique search firm like The VET Recruiter offers several advantages over larger firms. With less bureaucracy, boutique firms can provide quicker turnaround times and more agile decision-making, tailoring their approach to meet specific client needs rather...
What if I need to find an executive for my Animal Health Company, can you help me with that?
Answer: Yes! The founder of The VET Recruiter, Stacy Pursell, started her career placing executives for Fortune 500 companies in the Consumer- Packaged Goods space. When a client who was leading a Fortune 500 company asked her to find an executive to run their Pet...
Do you only place Veterinarians?
Answer: That is a great question! The VET Recruiter places veterinarians in clinical practice, the Animal Health industry, Academia, and non-profit organizations and associations. We place veterinarians in the Animal Health industry in roles ranging from professional...