How to move on to another job? [Archive]

Jessika

07-31-2012, 10:56 PM

I feel it is time for me to explore other job options in my area. I am currently working at a clinic 25 miles away (~30 minute commute one-way) for the past ~2 1/2 years with a doctor that doesn't fully utilize her technicians. I am one of two RVTs at my clinic, along with 6 other techs (2 are finishing with school) and the unregistered techs are given the same responsibilities as the RVTs are. I recently became state licensed and with it received a very menial raise (granted, a raise, but I was expecting a larger one given my accomplishment and what I know I can bring to the clinic), a raise that was combined with my yearly raise. I just feel like there is no room for me to grow here and I don't feel I am as respected as I should be. She keeps telling me how much I have improved over the past months/years, but won't allow me to perform simple tasks such as obtaining an ear cytology.

I do not want to leave on bad terms, but I am almost afraid to leave this clinic because I know she will make me feel bad or give me a guilt trip about it (as she has done to techs who have left in the past). But I am spending so much money on gas for a paycheck that barely even pays the bills and cover student loans, I don't get sick days, no benefits, and heaven forbid I attempt to call in sick. And I have brought up some of these issues with her before.

My question is - should I submit my resume to other clinics that I know are hiring? Will the potential future employer contact my current employer if I don't list them as a reference? I don't want to go behind her back, but I am afraid if I mention that I am seeking employment elsewhere, she will give me a guilt trip, not give me a good reference (because she wants to keep me), or worst-case, let me go. Just in general, how should I go about doing this? I know there are clinics hiring in my area that are MUCH closer to me but I am afraid to drop off a resume for fear they will call my current boss.

emmil

07-31-2012, 11:09 PM

wow, your bos sounds like Kevin Spacey's character in Horrible bosses movie. I say you talk to your boss about the gas, etc, ask for a raise to cover the expenses, if she doesn't care, quit the job, she/he doesn't own you. If you apply at one place and you get rejected becoz of your old boss said then apply on another place without reference! You might start with the same or a bit low salary, but if it's near where u live + better boss + better carrier prospect, it's worth the sacrifice! :D

Karen

08-01-2012, 12:58 AM

You can submit your resume to other places, and just tell them that your current boss is not aware you are looking. Do not mention any "issues" with her, just explain that the commute is too expensive, and you are looking for something closer to home with more opportunities for growth. Most future employers will understand, and be discreet if they call her at all.

pomtzu

08-01-2012, 06:17 AM

Absolutely - what Karen said. And don't worry - most perspective employers won't call for a reference if you ask them not to, since they know it could jeopardize your current job. You shouldn't feel that you are going behind your present employer's back, and ya gotta do what ya gotta do!. If this present vet doesn't see you as any more accomplished than an unregistered tech, then obviously you are in a position that is going nowhere.

Go for it - and good luck!

Freedom

08-01-2012, 07:07 AM

What Karen said!!!

Get your resume out there. You learn SO much just from interviews. Don't feel you HAVE to take the first job offer that comes your way. Explore what is out there!

Taz_Zoee

08-01-2012, 09:40 AM

Most employers ask if they can contact your current employer.
I have a longer commute than you do, plus traffic, and I've been here almost 9 years!! I always day dream about getting another job. But I am afraid to leave here then not like the other job. I don't love my job (anymore) but I don't hate it either. If I were to leave they would have to replace me immediately so I wouldn't be able to come back if I didn't like the new job.
I think my company is going down the drain slowly anyway, so I'll just tough it out until they either let me go or the company folds.

But I definitely think you should look for a job closer to home. One that will appreciate your education and experience. One that has benefits and sick days. I know it is scary............but you can do it!! I hate change myself, but sometimes you have to just deal with it.

Good Luck!! :D

Jessika

08-01-2012, 12:46 PM

Thank you all for the replies and encouragement. I think I know what needs to be done, but you're right - I'm afraid to! I keep telling myself, give it a few more months, then I do... Then I say, give it a few more months... Next thing I know it's a year later an I'm still here. It isn't a horrible place to work at, I enjoy my co-workers (for the most part - I do feel I work harder than them for far less praise. For crying out loud someone got a huge thank-you letter displayed publically today for changing the calendars to August.........), and the other doctors are great to work with, it's just my boss...

And another reason why I'm skeptical to leave without saying something to her is because when I applied to my current job (with her) eventhough I did NOT list my current place of employment on my references, she called my boss anyway and didn't tell me she did it. I had to find out from the receptionist at my old job that she had calle to talk to my old boss. That worries me, and makes me worried other doctors will do the same thing.

pomtzu

08-01-2012, 01:11 PM

Don't you realize that the longer you stay where you are - the more difficult it becomes to move on?? Been there - done that - and if I was still working - would never make that mistake again! If there are vets closer to you that are hiring, I would sure as heck just drop off a resume. It would be different if you were just fishing around, hoping that they might need someone some day. Nothing ventured - nothing gained!!! Don't let this present vet hold you back or make you feel guilty about anything. You worked hard to get where you are. Don't stagnate!!!!!

Catty1

08-01-2012, 02:23 PM

I don't know what the laws are there - but here in Alberta (at least) all a former employer is allowed to say is to confirm that you worked at their place.

What good that does, I don't know.

Could you just give notice and take a leap of faith? Or if you apply for other jobs and she confronts you, then give your notice?

It will all work out the way it's supposed to.:love::love:

Taz_Zoee

08-01-2012, 03:04 PM

That's how my company is. HR can only say an employee worked there and the time frame.
But Jessika's point is her current employer doesn't know she's looking for another job. So even someone calling to verify employment could cause issues for her.

Jessika

08-01-2012, 06:06 PM

It will all work out the way it's supposed to.:love::love:
Story of my life so far, and no complaints about where I've ended up. These were pretty much the exact words I needed to hear :love:

That's how my company is. HR can only say an employee worked there and the time frame.
But Jessika's point is her current employer doesn't know she's looking for another job. So even someone calling to verify employment could cause issues for her.
Yes - exactly. And the "law" is they can only confirm employment. But in this industry, doctors are all friends, or they at least talk... they love to check resources on potential employees. So eventhough they are only allowed to verify employment, I know more is said. As I previously mentioned, my current boss called my previous employer without my knowledge or consent, and despite the fact she was not listed on my references. And I have a feeling other doctors are likely to do the same. Also, I work in a VERY small clinic. The HR is just our office manager, if not my boss herself. It isn't like I work in a corporate company where I am only a name.

Edwina's Secretary

08-01-2012, 11:59 PM

There is no law about what a employer can or cannot say. There are only things it is stupid for an employer to say (and stupid is not illegal yet...)

With that...most employer are respectful enough not to contact your current employer without your permission. You do not want to work for one that would.

With that...from my 20+ years in hr...do not...repeat DO NOT quit until you have another job. Employers are leery of people who quit without another job. Lack of income is not the leap of faith you want to make. If I see someone who quit without another job I suspect they were near to being pushed out the door or they were actually fired or they are flaky.

Do not...DO NOT EVER say anything bad about your current employer. If someone is willing to tell me bad things about their current - or any former employer it is a GIANT red flag.

There are ways to be positive about anybody and any job. Practice doing that.

So...don't quit until you have an offer...don't worry about whether or not your current employer will be contact...just very politely say...I am still employed so please do not contact my current employer until you have made me an offer and be postitive!

mrspunkysmom

08-06-2012, 07:05 PM

Jessika

08-06-2012, 09:39 PM

Oh I never planned on saying anything negative about my current employer, unless you would say saying something like "I would like a job with more opportunity for growth" is negative? I guess I can't say that "I don't feel fully utilized at my current job" to prospective future employer or would that be in a negative connotation as well?

I did a lot of research tonight on clinics nearby me. Hiring or not, I plan on writing out personalized cover letters for each clinic I'm interested in working in. There is actually one pretty close by that a friend and classmate from vet tech school is working at!! Don't think they're hiring, but at least I have an "insider" who can give a good word for me if they are hiring!

This is just so scary. Say I do get a job offer at another clinic -- how do I approach my current boss? She is the type that will spew "communication is key!!" to me; she will probably be "offended" that I did not approach her more about these issues (again, I have brought up some to her in the past, but not all of them. When I brought up my commute and the price of gas coupled with the fact that my car gets crappy gas mileage, she gave me a $0.05 raise....................). Also, from what I've been reading on my veterinary forums, the standard yearly raise is 10-15%, or $1; I received a combined ~7% raise for my yearly raise AND passing state boards; that's a 3% yearly raise and a little over 3% for passing state boards and she acted like it was a HUMONGOUS raise... seriously, she kept saying "this is a HUGE raise!!!!".

Bahhhh!! Thank you all for allowing me an unbiased area to vent!!!!! It isn't like I have never quit a job before!!! But every other job I've quit in the past I've had a stone cold reason (started school, moved hours away, divorced, etc). Never because I wasn't "happy".

Alysser

08-06-2012, 09:51 PM

kitten645

08-06-2012, 10:04 PM

I agree. A simple "I've been offered an opportunity and I feel it's in my best interest to take it" is fine. No details. If you are valued, she will offer to negotiate but I doubt it. $.05 raise is an insult. I know, it's happened to me. She's essentially telling you that your time is worth five cents an our more with all your schooling, training and loyalty? Would you leave a nickle tip @ a restaurant? Better to say it just isn't in the budget and show appreciation in other ways? Thank you note, gift card occasionally? Your first responsibility is to yourself. You owe her nothing. Everything ES said comes from alot of knowledge and experience. Good luck! It's nerve racking I know but this too shall pass!

Edwina's Secretary

08-06-2012, 10:18 PM

Oh I never planned on saying anything negative about my current employer, unless you would say saying something like "I would like a job with more opportunity for growth" is negative? I guess I can't say that "I don't feel fully utilized at my current job" to prospective future employer or would that be in a negative connotation as well? I have more to contribute than I can in my current position. It has been a wonderful training opportunity, but now I am ready to take it to the next level.

I did a lot of research tonight on clinics nearby me. Hiring or not, I plan on writing out personalized cover letters for each clinic I'm interested in working in. There is actually one pretty close by that a friend and classmate from vet tech school is working at!! Don't think they're hiring, but at least I have an "insider" who can give a good word for me if they are hiring! Most job opportunities come from someone who knows someone!

Say I do get a job offer at another clinic -- how do I approach my current boss? She is the type that will spew "communication is key!!" to me; she will probably be "offended" that I did not approach her more about these issues (again, I have brought up some to her in the past, but not all of them. When I brought up my commute and the price of gas coupled with the fact that my car gets crappy gas mileage, she gave me a $0.05 raise....................). Also, from what I've been reading on my veterinary forums, the standard yearly raise is 10-15%, or $1; I received a combined ~7% raise for my yearly raise AND passing state boards; that's a 3% yearly raise and a little over 3% for passing state boards and she acted like it was a HUMONGOUS raise... seriously, she kept saying "this is a HUGE raise!!!!". Let me say one thing...I haven't seen double digit raises in a long, long, long, long time.... 5% is outstanding these days...2.5 - 3% is normal. So is 0%. Careful with your expectations! She has not been able to charge more and her revenue is probably level at best.That said - she is your boss - not your mom. All you need to say is..."I have been presented with an opportunity about which I am very excited. I thank you for giving me the start in my career that will allow me to grow. You have been super. I know this is the best thing for me. What can I do to help with the transition?"

Jessika

08-08-2012, 05:07 PM

Could you possibly just leave it as, "a better opportunity has been presented to me" or something like that? I have never actually "quit" a job either, but then again, I've never had a real-world career YET. I don't think she really needs to know all the details personally.

That's pretty much how I think I would present it. I would not do it until I had a job offer, and my honest-to-goodness main reason is the commute and gas. Pay, too, but I don't want to present it to her with reasons that she thinks she can work on fixing when I've already brought them up before.

Jessika

09-20-2012, 01:39 PM

Well, a quick update... I had an interview today. The clinic is 15 miles away versus 22, not considerably closer but still closer. They are a lot smaller than my current clinic (staff-wise, doctor-wise, and space-wise), but they see a broader range of pets (besides cats and dogs they see a lot of reptiles, birds, and pocket pets! The office manager also showed me a picture where they converted one of the exam rooms into a stall for an alpaca they'd treated!!). While I was there, she made it clear they were short-staffed that day and she was working receptionist. So I was there ~1 1/2 hours because there were so so so many interruptions. We touched basics but I didn't have an opportunity to ask any questions that I'd prepared.

A downside I see is I am currently working full time so my schedule is very limited as to when I can come in for a working interview, and say they decide to hire me, I have to give my two weeks (depending on whether I work those full two weeks is up to my boss). Whereas I know they work with vet tech schools in the area and I know she's had other interviews with techs that I'm sure are ready to start immediately.

I DO have a working interview for next Thursday but she kind of implied that time is of the essence for hiring... and the EARLIEST I would be available to work would be in 3 weeks...

So I left the interview not feeling very confident (even though she, the dr's, and the rest of the staff were all SO nice to me!) because she was working reception as she was interviewing me and we had a ton of interruptions, and I'm not available to start immediately...

Karen

09-20-2012, 02:41 PM

Maybe if you are offered the job, you could work something out with your current employer, particularly if you have any sick or vacation day accrued ... Sounds like it could be a good opportunity!

Jessika

09-21-2012, 06:05 PM

Maybe if you are offered the job, you could work something out with your current employer, particularly if you have any sick or vacation day accrued ... Sounds like it could be a good opportunity!
I'd thought about that (currently have 4 vacation days remaining) but I know for a fact that she won't do that... At all my previous jobs, any unused vacation days I had left upon giving my two weeks notice was tallied up and I was given a check for the vacation days remaining. She has already made it clear this does not happen at my current job. I also do not get any sick days (well unless I use a vacation day...). We also don't get overtime... if I work more than 80 hours on a paycheck, they cap the check for 80 hours and any time remaining gets "rolled over" onto my next paycheck...

Not to mention the health insurance option they offer us is terrible (HSA account) and there are really no other befits worthwhile besides my 401k they contribute to.

Cataholic

09-22-2012, 06:26 PM

While two week notice is appropriate most times and places, I dont think I would let that, alone, stop me from jumping ship, especially since you know your current boss wont be fair to you. Yeah, I get that YOU still need to do the right thing and all.

And, if a prospective employer lets someones start date influence who gets the job, when we are talking about two weeks, that might not be a good sign.

Jessika

09-28-2012, 09:04 AM

Working interview yesterday went ok, she was too busy again to talk to me afterwards, though. Hoping she'll find time to call me today. I understand they're busy, but if you're the office manager you really should MAKE time for these things. I feel kind of "pushed off" as far as feeling like a potential employee. I've been very understanding so far but I feel like she isn't really available. And I still have not talked to her about anything regarding benefits, policies, or any of the questions I've had.

I did however get to handle a rooster (it actually pooped in my scrub pocket all over my car keys... haha) and a bearded dragon yesterday... both firsts for me, and the types of pets they see on a regular basis! This seems like a job where my skills as a tech will fully be utilized (however, most said skills I have not actively used in the past 2 years since my current job doesn't "allow" me to use them even though I'm certified and went to school for it...), but the clinic is REALLY old and outdated, the doctor apparently has an "old school" way of doing things that I may not feel comfortable with (spays and neuters without IV catheters or pre-anesthetic labwork kind of makes me uneasy but that may be because I'm not used to it, because I know that happens at A LOTTTTTT of clinics), and the whole place looks kind of "grungy"... and it's small. And they also have one dedicated technician doing surgeries, so unless he is out sick or off that day I will not be doing surgeries, which I kind of wanted to do. BUT if they offer me a lot more than what I'm making now... I may be able to justify making the switch. Another downside though is the commute... I sat in stop-and-go traffic for 15 minutes of the commute... one of the reasons I'm looking for another job is to save on gas, and that certainly isn't saving me any gas...

Oh, also, one of the techs looks like Chuck Norris. No kidding ;)

I did send my resume to another clinic three minutes from where I live but have not heard anything from them, yet. I just have to wait to hear from this clinic today... and I will not accept any job offer immediately (unless they're wanting to offer me $17/hour or something :D:D:D)

Karen

09-28-2012, 06:11 PM

Still, sounds like something good will happen soon! Persist at the clinic near you, call just to make sure they got your resumée, or even stop by and introduce yourself to do so ... It cannot hurt!

Jessika

09-29-2012, 04:11 PM

Well, never heard from the clinic I interviewed at. Nor have I heard from the one right up the road. I was going to call them on my lunch Monday to make sure they received my resume (this would be the THIRD time I've sent it...)

Karen

09-29-2012, 05:31 PM

I'm not surprised you didn;t hear from the clinic yet, as you said they were very busy, and rushed. Send her a thank-you note, and ask for a follow-up, perhaps. And I do think it's a good idea to call the nearby place Monday on your lunch. A resume is a piece of paper and can get lost in the shuffle, either literally or figuratively, but a phone call and a pleasant person on the other end is easier to remember. Be positive, and upbeat when you call in, you needn't mention this is the third time you've sent a resumé in, just "Hi, This is Jessika Xyz, I wanted to be sure you got the resumé I recently sent in, as I would love to work there! Who would I speak to about this?"

Jessika

11-17-2012, 11:40 PM

So just an update....

The first clinic I interviewed at never got back to me, and just put another ad on craig's list looking for an RVT... so guess I just didn't fit the bill. That's ok though, I wasn't in love with the clinic or how they ran things.

I interviewed with Royal Canin as they were looking for an RVT to man phones in their technical services department. Normally this isn't something I'd consider, but I WOULD be working under a DVM (therefore keeping my license), the pay was fantastic, they offered amazing health insurance with the option for vision and dental, as well as a 401k plan that Royal Canin matched 5%, and Mars ALSO matched 5% (so you got 15% for 5%). I was asked back for a final interview, but declined. I wasn't happy with sitting at a desk answering phones all day...

The day after I declined that offer, I got a phone call from a local VCA clinic. I did do a huge interview no-no over the phone when she'd asked what salary I was looking for... and I told her the high end of my expectations... and she didn't even scoff. Had an interview the next day. Am waiting to hear back for a working interview, but with the holiday coming up this week she said it may take a few days to get back to me. I got a really good vibe, they also offer health, vision, and dental, along with a 401k and a handful of other benefits. I really, really hope she calls me back.

So if anyone can cross your fingers, pray, send good vibes........ I would really appreciate it!!!!!

mrspunkysmom

11-18-2012, 07:26 AM

good vibes being sent now :love:

Karen

11-18-2012, 07:40 AM

Prayers being said!

phesina

11-18-2012, 09:20 AM

Prayers and good wishes for you!

krazyaboutkatz

11-18-2012, 02:52 PM

Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent your way. Good luck.:)

Catty1

11-18-2012, 06:33 PM

Everything including eyes crossed here that you get the job!

Alysser

11-18-2012, 08:49 PM

I really hope this is what you've been looking for :)

Jessika

11-19-2012, 05:55 PM

You guys ROCK, thank you so far!! No news yet though! But, it is the holiday week here...

Jessika

12-01-2012, 08:40 PM

Had a working interview Thursday. It went really well I think (I actually hit the vein this time when they asked me to do a blood draw). Everyone seems so nice. It sounded promising when I left; she said she would take care of some things this weekend, give my references a call, and I should be hearing from her some time this next week.

The only part I'm worried about is a) they do film radiographs and I haven't developed film except one time in school; and b) How do I tell my current boss???? She won't take the news well and will claim I'm not doing well with communicating with her etc etc etc, why haven't I brought up any of these concerns before (which, truly, the main concern is pay). I won't accept the job offer right away, will ask for a day or two to think about it, tell my current boss and give her an opportunity to match their pay. If not, I will give her my two weeks and accept the job with the other clinic. Does this seem appropriate?

Karen

12-01-2012, 09:01 PM

That seems perfectly acceptable, and hopefully you will be able to get the better job, and better pay.

You can easily explain it has been a while since you have done a radiograph, would they go over how they do it at their practice, and I am sure they'd be happy to teach you. Every place tends to have its own procedures anyway ...

Cataholic

12-03-2012, 11:38 AM

and b) How do I tell my current boss???? She won't take the news well and will claim I'm not doing well with communicating with her etc etc etc, why haven't I brought up any of these concerns before (which, truly, the main concern is pay). I won't accept the job offer right away, will ask for a day or two to think about it, tell my current boss and give her an opportunity to match their pay. If not, I will give her my two weeks and accept the job with the other clinic. Does this seem appropriate?

No. It doesn't seem appropriate. I thought your 'issue' was about more than $$? I thought it was about $$, the distance, the fact you aren't appreciated/respected, and there is no growth for you there??? Why make it just about $$? If she wanted to increase your pay, she would have already done so, not under threat of you walking out the door, right?

I would - if the terms are right- accept the new job, and give two weeks notice. "How to move on to another job" was the title of this thread. She isn't your mother, your friend- she is your employer. You owe her what she owes you- courtesy and respect. Move on, already.

Taz_Zoee

12-03-2012, 11:57 AM

I've got to agree with Cataholic on this.

I'm not actively looking for another job, but if something came up that paid more and was closer to home AND I liked the people (my job wouldn't have a working interview) I would take it! And I've been at my current job over 9 years. I am appreciated and respected at my job. It would be VERY difficult to leave, but I most certainly would do it!
Honestly, you don't owe that place anything, except a two week notice. Do what is right for YOU, not for them.

pomtzu

12-03-2012, 05:02 PM

No. It doesn't seem appropriate. I thought your 'issue' was about more than $$? I thought it was about $$, the distance, the fact you aren't appreciated/respected, and there is no growth for you there??? Why make it just about $$? If she wanted to increase your pay, she would have already done so, not under threat of you walking out the door, right?

I would - if the terms are right- accept the new job, and give two weeks notice. "How to move on to another job" was the title of this thread. She isn't your mother, your friend- she is your employer. You owe her what she owes you- courtesy and respect. Move on, already.

I have to agree with what was said here too. You owe your current employer NOTHING more than what she is paying you for, and you need to quit making excuses in favor of NOT leaving. If you are not being allowed to work at your full potential where you are, why would you even consider staying if you were offered more money, but nothing more?? Money is a short-term motivator, and even with a raise, you would still be in the same rut 6 months from now, as you are now. It seems you are stagnating and procrastinating as well, and need a change.

Jessika

12-03-2012, 05:14 PM

Well you're all right, of course. I guess my issue with leaving is leaving all my co-workers. MOST of them (definitely not all of them) are great, hard-working people, and my leaving would leave a decent-sized hole that they'd need to fill. My boss won't necessarily even be directly affected by it. We're already having issues now because (without getting into too much detail) another tech is having to miss A LOT of work (I'm talking calling in on Monday for the entire week) for medical reasons, and while her reliability is next to zero lately and we can cover her absence with current staff, that leaves NO wiggle room for any of us to be absent. So........... I'm not trying to make excuses... it's just hard leaving people I consider friends in the situation I know that it will leave them in. Hell, we lost 1 receptionist and 2 phone operators OVER A YEAR AGO and she only hired ONE replacement for 3 people... she is JUST NOW interviewing for a phone op position! It took her this long to realize how bad we were hurting I guess because us techs would have to fill in to help answer phones, as if we don't have enough to do already!

I guess I just feel guilty leaving my friends behind in a similar situation (considering the other tech that is not reliable lately).

I did get word that they called my references today... I think you're right; I'll accept the job. I already know what I want/need to do. And I already know what she will do (not pay me the difference for sure). So who am I fooling?

Here's another question, though: So I give my 2 weeks. Say my boss asks me which clinic I'm going to? My gut tells me not to tell her only because I KNOW she will call them and talk to the hiring person. I'm pretty sure this is illegal, but there's a ton of stuff that goes on that she does that is illegal (like not pay us for our overtime!!) so I wouldn't put it past her to do so.

Karen

12-03-2012, 05:22 PM

If she asks, just tell her, "I'd rather not say," and leave it at that. It's none of her business.

As for your friends there - you can still keep in touch with them, and I am betting they will be happy for you.

Taz_Zoee

12-03-2012, 06:21 PM

Yeah, what Karen said. You are not obligated to tell her where you are going. Just make sure your friends there won't let it slip. I know what you are talking about with that though. My sister was trying to get a job and word spread about her so places wouldn't hire her because of what they heard.

And if they are really your friends they would understand and be happy for you. Maybe it will even make some of them rethink things if that place is as bad as it sounds.

Jessika

12-04-2012, 07:27 PM

Well guess who just got a call with a job offer?!?! :D :D :D

And they're offering me on the high end of what I asked for in salary!!!!!!!!

I anticipate starting around/right after Christmas.

Now, to give my boss the news... :(

But............. regardless, MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ME!!! :D So proud here!!!!

Karen

12-04-2012, 07:45 PM

Catty1

12-04-2012, 10:08 PM

WOOHOO!

As for giving notice, you are being pro-Jessika, not anti-anyone-else!

This is great for you!:D

lizbud

12-05-2012, 10:47 AM

Great news. Congratulations & good wishes in your new job.:)

Taz_Zoee

12-05-2012, 11:18 AM

WOOHOO!

As for giving notice, you are being pro-Jessika, not anti-anyone-else!

This is great for you!:D

I love this!

Congrats Jessika!!! :D :D

Alysser

12-05-2012, 11:40 AM

Yes!! Congratulations, Jess! I am so happy for you. :D:D

krazyaboutkatz

12-06-2012, 02:16 AM

Congrats!!!:D I hope that your transition goes well.:)

*LabLoverKEB*

12-06-2012, 09:27 AM

AWESOME!!!!! Congratulations!!!! I'm so happy for you! :D

phesina

12-06-2012, 12:21 PM

CONGRATULATIONS! And best wishes to you.

ramanth

12-07-2012, 01:46 PM

Congrats!!

Jessika

12-09-2012, 10:33 PM

Thank you all!!!!! I told my boss. She handled it WAY differently than I imagined she would (considering earlier that morning she flipped out at me over something another co-worker did that I had no part of... and again over something else unrelated to me... and by freaking out I mean pulling at her hair shouting at me behind closed doors mad). She made it very clear that I am welcome back at any time if this doesn't work out. She announced it to the staff Friday (it was my day off) and everyone was pretty bummed to hear about it, but everyone is very happy for me.

I start January 2 at the new job :)

Jessika

01-07-2013, 06:19 PM

I have to bump this and say, after 4 days at the new job......... I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!! SO much less stress, better hours, friendlier and more relaxed environment... and let's not forget about the pay raise!!! It's a 2 doctor practice (versus coming from a 5 doc practice) with less surgeries, longer allotted times for appointments....... my actual fear now is that it will be so slow that I'll become bored.... but for now I'll take the slow times to learn as they have a complicated computer system... :confused::confused::confused: (if anyone goes to a VCA, you know what I mean... it looks like DOS!!)