Code of Ethics of EVTA

GENERAL DEPORTMENT:

• 1. Conduct characterizing a person of probity is expected of all members.
• 2. It is the duty of all members of the Association to conduct themselves in accordance with this Code of Ethics.
• 3. No member shall indulge in an illegal veterinary practice or encourage others to participate in such practice, and it is the duty of the member to report such violations.
• 4. When working under the supervision of a veterinarian in a commercial operation, the employer and not clientele must pay technicians.
• 5. Veterinary technicians shall up hold the bylaws/regulations of his/her province which apply to the technician’s responsibilities as a member of the veterinary medical health care team.
• 6. Ethical standards are never less than those required by law; frequently, they are morestringent.
• 7. The Code of Ethics shall be subject to review and timely revision by the Board of Directors.