CAC Employee Handbook June 2024

documentary evidence (notes, pictures, e-mail, cartoons, etc.) to Dr. Beamer (or an Associate Veterinarian).

2. Do not assume that Dr. Beamer or your supervisor knows about the situation. Please inform her promptly of your problem, so she can address it. Failure to notify Dr. Beamer or your supervisor of the situation may impact your rights. Moreover, it can have an adverse effect on our ability to take prompt and effective remedial action to correct the situation. You should inform us of the situation before it becomes severe or pervasive. If you are not comfortable for any reason going to your supervisor, you may report concerns directly to Dr. Beamer. 4. Once on notice of a complaint, the practice will conduct an investigation in a prompt, thorough, and impartial manner. The practice will not retaliate against anyone who provides information in good-faith during the investigation. 5. The practice will take immediate and appropriate corrective action if it determines that harassment has occurred in violation of this policy. Such action may include disciplinary action up to and including the suspension or discharge of the offender. 3. You can make such reports or complaints without fear of retaliation.

If you have any questions regarding this policy or how to make a complaint, we urge you to contact Dr. Beamer.

F. Reporting an Incident of Harassment, Discrimination or Retaliation

Community Animal Clinic strongly urges the reporting of all incidents of discrimination, harassment, bullying or retaliation, regardless of the offender’s identity or position. Individuals who believe they have experienced conduct that they believe is contrary to Community Animal Clinic’s policy or who have concerns about such matters should file their complaints with Dr. Beamer before the situation becomes severe or pervasive.

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