Search Begins for Top Practice Manager
Denise Coston, Practice Manager of the Year 2011
Members of veterinary teams across the country are being invited to nominate candidates for the most accomplished UK practice manager in preparation for the Petplan and The Veterinary Business Journal's Practice Manager of the Year award for 2012.
Three finalists will be chosen and the winner announced at the annual Petplan Veterinary Awards in April 2012.
The three finalists will be assessed on their competency in areas such as staff development, financial strategy and marketing initiative.
Robin Fearon, editor of the VBJ, described it as "a distinct pleasure" to launch the awards programme every year.
He said: "These awards are so important in promoting the role and highlighting the crucial part that managers play in practice strategy and success - we can't wait to see your nominations."
2011's award went to Denise Coston of Castle Veterinary Surgeons, County Durham.
She expressed her support for the award, citing the simple reason that "it makes you feel valued." She added: "I would say to anyone thinking of nominating their practice manager: 'just do it.'"
As well as a commemorative plaque, the winner will receive one year's free membership to the VPMA.
Nominations close on February 10th 2012. To download an application pack, click here.
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