CVT here. I’ve been in the field for nearly 20 years and the sheer level of toxicity has me dreading my alarm clock ever. single. day. (Well, the days I work). I’ve worked shelter, GP, and specialty/emergency with an emphasis on anesthesia. I never pursued my VTS in AA, and don’t think I would at this point, but I need a change and am contemplating leaving the field altogether.
I have young kids, so I need to continue to make decent money, but also want more time at home- in this field, it’s a pipe dream to have both. Amirite??
Advice? I only know this field and have extensive knowledge and experience with surgery and anesthesia, but within the hospital setting, I am over all the toxic bull from fellow techs, management, and doctors. It’s a constant pissing contest while simultaneously nobody wants to work. I know you’ve all heard this before; I just need to vent and get advice from complete strangers who will have more insight than my family will lol