How to move on to another job?

[Freedom]

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]

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!!

[Jessika]

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]

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]

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.

[Taz_Zoee]

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]

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

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

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.

[mrspunkysmom]

good vibes being sent now

[Karen]

Prayers being said!

[phesina]

Prayers and good wishes for you!