New Veterinarian Onboarding Checklist – Set Your Team Up for Success

Hiring a new veterinarian? Set the tone for success with Otto’s veterinary onboarding checklist—your go-to resource for welcoming new DVMs into your clinic. A structured onboarding process improves retention, boosts confidence, and helps your new vet align with your clinic’s culture and workflows from day one.

Preview of the front desk efficiency checklist

What’s Included:

  • A pre-start checklist for IT, scrubs, and systems access
  • Week-by-week training roadmap and workflow shadowing
  • Performance milestones for months 1–3
  • Mental wellness and mentorship recommendations

Why It Matters:
With veterinary burnout at an all-time high, clinics can’t afford to let onboarding be an afterthought. This veterinarian onboarding guide gives practice managers the tools to offer clarity, confidence, and community from day one.

Download the Checklist