Table 2.
Breakdown (number and percent) of the hiring strategies that respondents may have used, or were currently using, to assist in hiring another veterinarian (n = 287)
| Hiring strategy | Number of practices | Percentage of practices |
|---|---|---|
| “Word of mouth” advertising | 174 | 60.6% |
| Provincial veterinary newsletter | 145 | 50.5% |
| CVMA advertisement | 128 | 44.6% |
| Posted an advertisement at a veterinary college | 101 | 35.2% |
| Not advertising, but will screen ‘unsolicited’ applicants | 70 | 24.4% |
| Looking to hire a former student | 68 | 23.7% |
| Contact college for background on graduates | 55 | 19.2% |
| Other | 31 | 10.8% |
| Visit colleges to meet with potential applicants | 20 | 6.9% |
| Advertised in a foreign country | 19 | 6.6% |
| Used a professional “head hunter” | 9 | 3.1% |
CVMA — Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.