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Are Your Veterinary Practice Employment Policies Protecting Your Business?

Veterinary practice owners and managers face unique challenges in managing staff while staying compliant with Pennsylvania employment laws. From onboarding to employee handbooks, there are many moving parts that can expose your practice to legal risks if not properly addressed.

In the Summer 2025 issue of Keystone Veterinarian, Tucker Arensberg attorney Jeremy Farrell outlines practical guidance to help veterinary practices navigate employment law, including:

Onboarding & Hiring Considerations: Avoid risks related to rushed hiring processes and restrictive covenants.
Employment Agreements: Ensure clear compensation structures, appropriate non-compete clauses, and liability protections.
Accommodations & Compliance: Follow federal and state laws, including ADA, Title VII, PWFA, and local regulations.
Wage & Hour Practices: Properly classify employees, track hours, and maintain compliance with FLSA and Pennsylvania labor standards.
Employee Handbooks: Establish workplace rules, policies for accommodations, timekeeping, substance abuse, and animal care protocols.

Whether you’re a solo practitioner or manage a multi-veterinarian clinic, understanding these employment requirements is critical to protecting your business, your employees, and your clients.

Access the full article in Keystone Veterinarian, Summer 2025, pages 16–17: https://issuu.com/nhgi/docs/keystone_veterinarian_summer_2025

September 03, 2025

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