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Career identity in the veterinary profession.

S Page-Jones¹, G Abbey¹

¹134 Beechcroft Road, Upper Stratton, Swindon, Wiltshire SN2 7QE, UK School of Management, University of Bath, Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7AY, UK.

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|January 8, 2015

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Veterinary professionals

Keywords:

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Organizational Psychology
Career Development

Background:

The veterinary industry is undergoing significant consolidation.
Career identity is crucial for veterinary professionals' well-being and retention.
Understanding career identity aids adaptation to industry changes.

Discussion:

Career is central to veterinary professionals' strong sense of self (learner, technical expert, educator, ethical, resilient).
Mismatches between professional identity and roles lead to seeking new employment.
Highlights the importance of aligning 'who I am' with 'what I do'.

Key Insights:

Veterinary professionals' identity is deeply tied to their career roles.
Lack of identity congruence drives job changes.
Organizational and individual identity alignment is crucial for job satisfaction and retention.

Outlook:

Suggests businesses gain competitive advantage through identity congruence.
Recommends integrating contemporary business education for sustainable veterinary graduate identities.
Offers insights for employers, professionals, and universities to foster better career alignment.