WSVMA Member Benefits

Members of the WSVMA have access to special disounts and programs.

Services

Continuing Education Programs

WSVMA members receive significantly lower rates than non-members to attend quality continuing education programs provided each year by the association.

Legislative Advocacy

The WSVMA employs a legislative advocate who monitors year round the legislative issues and potential rule changes that affect each and every veterinarian. This allows an unmatched presence and influence for veterinarians in Olympia, within the legislature, and also within committee meetings and regulatory agencies affecting our profession.

Public Relations

The WSVMA employs a public information director to work with media and increase public awareness of important topics as well as to promote veterinarians and the value of veterinary services. Additionally, the association’s public information director is a key reference for matters of business communications, employee relations, Washington public information laws and practices, and marketing and promotions ideas for individual practices.

PR NewsWire

The WSVMA subscribes to a press release distribution service available to all members when important matters or changes in your practice occur and you want it known by all media in Washington. Charges are nominal and the service features tracking ability.

Publications

Insight Magazine is the association’s bi-monthly magazine dedicated to keeping members informed on veterinary issues. Sparks, the new electronic newsletter is sent out in the interim via email to members to keep you abreast of urgent issues as they arise. The WSVMA also publishes brochures for you to share with your clients such as Spay & Neuter, If You Lose a Pet, Infectious Diseases, and more.

Networking

The WSVMA holds the shared knowledge of members from all facets of the profession, including many of our colleagues at Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Information gained from peers outside your practice often allow you to see things in a new way. Through peer exchange, you get a feel for where you stand in the industry and where you need to go.

Informational Resource

WSVMA members receive free and timely information on a variety of issues including veterinary law, disease updates, state regulations, and client resources. Through our blast fax and emails, WSVMA members can stay abreast of important issues necessary to practice successfully. Dedicated staff members are there as your resource to give you quick answers to questions you may have regarding the profession.

Website

The WSVMA website provides the latest news, client resources, events, and information at the touch of a button. Members can access the Members Only section of the website and update personal information, renew dues, and register online for continuing education. Visit www.wsvma.org.

Referral Services

When clients contact WSVMA or visit our website, we promote WSVMA member veterinarians and specialists in their geographical area.

Member Services Directory

Published annually, the directory is provided free to members. It contains contact information of all veterinarians in Washington along with frequently requested phone numbers of various agencies and entities.

Free Ad for Relief Vets

Relief veterinarians who are members receive a free ad in each issue of Insight Magazine making it easier for you to find timely help on short notice or long-term help for an illness or extended travel.

Veterinary Career Network (VCN)

Members looking for employment can conduct a free nationwide search by position, species, and location and receive valuable advice. Employers can post ads on this nationwide website for $99 for veterinary positions and $60 for staff positions for 30 days. Access the Veterinary Career Network (VCN) through the WSVMA website at www.wsvma.org and click on Careers & Classifieds.

Leadership Opportunities

Whether it’s volunteering for a task force or serving on the WSVMA Executive Board or being a Washington delegate to the AVMA, opportunities to develop your leadership skills are a member benefit that will help you advance personally and professionally.

Wellness

Members receive confidential help for personal issues through the WSVMA-endorsed Washington Physician’s Health Program. Such issues may include and are not limited to emotional problems or substance abuse.

Recognition

Each year, the WSVMA recognizes the outstanding achievements of its members through various awards.

Business Alliances

Low Rate Credit Card Processing

Since 1995, Bancard USA has provided WSVMA members continued low rates on credit card processing as well as excellent service. Contact Mike Eisenman at (425) 226-2242.

Discounted Legal Services

WSVMA Members receive a 10 percent discount on attorney fees. Contact Erik D. Price, Attorney at Law, Lane Powell at (360) 754-6001.

I.C. System Account Collections

Increase your cash flow, reduce collection expense, and increase your profitability. Call (800) 279-3511.

Fed Pay USA

Free, federally-approved electronic bad check recovery that virtually solves all bad check problems. Collect bad checks with no fees and receive 100 percent of funds collected on NSF checks without embarrassing the client. Call Billings Chapman at (573) 256-6541, email him or visit FedPayUSA.com.

Preferred Insurance Coverage

Kane Insurance Services, Inc., has been WSVMA’s endorsed insurance agency for life, health and disability insurance since 1995. Call for insurance quotes, with WSVMA’s member discounts, on disability insurance and long term care insurance. Kane Insurance also offers medical, dental, and life insurance. With a combined 50 years of insurance experience, they work with a large variety of companies to find our members’ insurance coverage that fits their individual needs. Contact: Howard Kane or Maxine Kane, CPA, CFP, CLU, MST, LTCP at (425) 227-4440 or (800) 377-0419 or email them.

Alaska USA Credit Union

WSVMA members receive access to savings accounts, free checking accounts and low-cost consumer loans. Contact Ray Parkhurst at (800) 525-9094 or (206) 727-4280.

Financial Advisor

Contact James O’Neil of RBC Dain Rauscher, to plan for your retirement and maximize your investments. Call (800) 766-3246.

Card Same as Cash Programs

Bancard USA offers a 90 days same-as-cash program with no credit underwriting. Clients simply write checks for 30, 60, and 90 days from the date of transaction and Bancard USA will guarantee all checks. Contact Mike Eisenman at (425) 226-2242.

Alaska USA Federal Credit Union

offers a low-cost same-as-cash program called Extra Credit, giving your customers the option of delaying their payments for 90 days, 6, 12, 16, or 18 months with no interest charged if balance is paid within the promotional period. Revolving accounts are also available with interest rates lower than that of most credit cards. There are no annual fees or minimum charge requirements with Alaska USA’s Extra Credit, for your clinic or for your customers. Contact Ray Parkhurst at (800) 525-9094 or (206) 727-4280.

Discounts

On-Hold Specialists

On Hold Specialists works with veterinary clinics and groups all over the nation and specializes in writing customized on-hold programs for veterinary practices. They keep-up with the latest trends in veterinary medicine and help practice managers with ideas to keep their on-hold programs fresh, topical and relevant. WSVMA members are also eligible to receive discounts of $100 on new, state-of-the-art, digital players that will allow you to receive your on-hold messages via email. Best of all there are no contracts and no monthly fees as work is done on an "as needed" basis. To learn more, please email Jim Reed at: jimreedprod@hotmail.com, call 888-546-3949 or visit their website at www.onholdspecialists.com, and make sure you mention that you are a WSVMA member to receive these generous discounts! Click here for the latest worksheet.

Staples Discounts

Contact Annie Spring at (800) 470-0609 extension 230 to find out how to set up an account for your clinic through the WSVMA. With this account, you'll be able to order office supplies, equiment and everything that Staples has to offier at their business rate. FREE next day delivery on orders over $50. Order online now to save time.

Office Depot Discounts

Contact Aimee Geary at Aimee.Geary@officedepot.com or (253) 872-1709 to take advantage of savings of up to 85 percent off current prices on office supplies, equipment, and furniture. Enjoy FREE next day delivery on orders over $50. Order by phone, fax, or internet.

Gateway Computer Discounts

Call Dave Brekke at (800) 846-2042, ext. 25835 to receive up to a 7 percent discount on Gateway computers, software, and accessories. Please identify yourself as a WSVMA member when calling.

On Hold Messaging

WSVMA has negotiated discounts with On Hold Advertising, Inc, specializing in customized on-hold messages for your clinic. Visit www.VetsOnHold.com or call Bill Schroeder at (800) 493-9003 to receive special pricing and discounted upgrades.

Hertz Car Rental Discounts

WSVMA has negotiated a new program that will offer you discounts on upgrades and rental car agreements. Please contact the WSVMA office for your own Hertz discount card or contact Hertz directly at (800) 654-3131 and use code CDP# 1702875 to make your reservation.

Custom Imprinting for Cards, Stationary and Magnets

Paws to Remember, a division of Stroke of the Heart, Inc. offers a 10 percent discount to members on pet sympathy cards and office notes. Visit www.ptrcards.com or call (888) 331-8688 and please identify yourself as a WSVMA member.

Truth-In-Lending Brochures

Anyone charging interest or finance charges on pastdue accounts or who extends consumer credit in four or more installments must comply with the Federal Truth-In- Lending Act. Notices, which you must send to all clients at least once a year, are available from the WSVMA office in pads of 100 at a cost of $2.50 per pad.

Washington State Veterinary Medical Association
8024 Bracken Pl SE, Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Phone: (425) 396-3191, FAX: (425) 396-3192, E-Mail: info@wsvma.org