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You Belong in CVMA!
CVMA is a proactive group of more than 2,200 professionals representing each setting of veterinary medicine – clinical practice, public health, academe, industry, and military. The not-for-profit organization is governed by a Board of Directors composed of elected volunteer representatives from every region of the state.
CVMA works to enhance animal health and welfare and the status of the veterinary profession through advocacy, education and increased public awareness of the value of veterinary medicine. The organization also provides information resources to consumers on a range of animal health topics and links animal owners to veterinarians through a free referral service. Association members conduct programs in schools to affirm the human/animal bond and respond to questions about animal health and welfare. CVMA provides its members with continuing education programs and information resources to foster high standards of veterinary medical care and serves as the collective voice of Colorado veterinarians in communications with legislators, media and the public.
CVMA Membership Benefits & Services
Benefits
CVMA members are like you. Working hard. Acquiring knowledge and new techniques. Interested in getting acquainted with colleagues. Committed to excellence. Determined to work together to advance the science and art of veterinary medicine.
Let CVMA work for you! Your modest dues investment pays big dividends, allowing you to benefit from:
Interaction – Expand your network. Discuss your concerns with peers, share your successes, and expand your circle of colleagues. Member meetings are held in 18 districts throughout the state, and the annual convention in September provides a lively forum for building and renewing your professional relationships.
Professional Development – CVMA offers outstanding opportunities for continuing education to keep you abreast of scientific developments and to help you manage your practice efficiently and effectively. Look to CVMA for top-notch speakers who share their expertise during courses at the annual convention and at special seminars and webinars. As a member, you qualify for reduced registration rates.
Resources – CVMA members receive the award-winning Voice newsletter four times a year to keep you up-to-date on news about the association and veterinary medicine in Colorado, regular eNews Digests to provide instant access to important news affecting you and your patients, and a password for access to everything contained on the CVMA website. The print version of the membership directory is distributed free to members, and is available as a searchable database on the website. Plus, members get referrals when prospective clients call the CVMA office needing specialists, and listings of job opportunities and relief veterinarians on the web. Members also have access to an array of money-saving programs like insurance plans and financial planning, and to practice management tools like the model employee manual, which is available electronically to allow customization for your unique circumstances.
Participation – By serving on a committee, commission, or the governing board, you help guide CVMA in fulfilling its mission and contribute to the vitality of the profession. You and your practice will benefit too as you interact with other professionals and develop dynamic leadership skills.
Representation – CVMA is the collective voice for members in the professional, public, and state government arenas. The association maintains strong relationships with the State Board of Veterinary Medicine, AVMA, state and provincial VMAs, and organizations with allied interests. CVMA strives to expand the public’s understanding of and appreciation for veterinary medicine through initiatives such as the Veterinary Strategic Alliance and the Colorado’s Animal Heroes awards program. Members are kept informed of the latest legislative and regulatory news, and CVMA’s lobbying program is instrumental in representing and protecting the interests of veterinarians on matters such as the three-year Rabies vaccine law, the confidentiality of veterinary medical records, and modifications to the Veterinary Practice Act.
Recognition – Each year, CVMA proudly recognizes the achievement of its members by presenting prestigious awards: Veterinarian of the Year, Distinguished Service, Rising Star, and Outstanding Faculty Member. You’ll be enriched and inspired by their contributions to the profession.
Services
CVMA partners with the following to provide its members time- and cost-saving services through these exclusive members-only programs offered through our Affinity Partners:
Employment
Veterinary Career Network (VCN)
CVMA partners with VCN to expand its veterinary career opportunity listings and related services. The VCN membership consists of national and state associations, as well as veterinary schools and colleges. In addition to our regular member services, CVMA can now offer hundreds of nationwide veterinarian and veterinary career job listings, career development services, and more than a thousand active resumes.
Employers – Save time and expand your recruitment reach by posting your veterinary career opportunities on our career center and on the Veterinary Career Network with a click of a button.
Job seekers – Browse through hundreds of new job listings from the Veterinary Career Network and post your resume free to maximize your exposure.
Training and Client Satisfaction
Animal Care Technologies
ACT – Online Staff Training offers the flexible training solution that improves staff confidence and client satisfaction. Retain your best employees and improve client satisfaction through quality training. ACT offers over 500 video programs (30 hours of CE available) that track individual progress and can be customized to your training needs. Discounted rates for CVMA Members with Promo Code: CVMA08
VSurv – Do you know if your clients are truly satisfied with your services? VSurv is an online solution that makes surveying your clients easy! VSurv works seamlessly your Practice Management software and allows you to access reports online, send e-mail alerts based on alarming client responses, and create monthly performance report with benchmarking. Discounted rates for CVMA Members with Promo Code: CVMA08
Financial
Retail Council Services Corp.
Retail Council Services Corp. offers competitive rates for credit card processing and an array of check services that can be tailored to your needs, including check guarantee, check recovery, and check verification. Call Michele Coons at 800-442-3589.
Insurance
Benefits and Incentives Group
Benefits and Incentives Group has a solution for all your benefits insurance needs: long term disability, health, dental, vision, long term care, and section 125 cafeteria plans. A full line of products are available to meet the needs of individual members and their employees. By purchasing your insurance through this special program, you will receive added value and/or discounted rates. Call Julie Schiessler at 303-750-6200 x 705.
Retirement and Other Financial Services
Benefits and Incentives Group
Benefits and Incentives Group can support your personal insurance needs and retirement programs with individual and/or group plans through Lyle Proctor, CFP. Lyle is also a registered representative with SunAmerica Securities, Inc., member NASD/SIPC. He can be reached at 303-750-6200 x 704.
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