Vet Next Door (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our Careers Page and apply for employment with our practice. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information during the hiring process, in accordance with applicable federal and Florida laws.
Information We Collect
When you apply for a position through our Careers Page, we may collect personal information including your name, mailing address, email address, phone number, employment history, education, certifications, references, and any additional information you voluntarily provide (such as a resume or cover letter).
We may also collect limited technical information automatically through our website or applicant tracking system, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and general usage data. This information helps us maintain website performance and improve the applicant experience.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to evaluate your qualifications, communicate with you about your application, schedule interviews, conduct reference checks, and make hiring decisions. Information may also be used to improve our hiring processes, maintain internal applicant records, and comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Vet Next Door is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal or Florida law.
Any information voluntarily provided for equal opportunity reporting purposes is used solely in accordance with applicable laws and is not used in hiring decisions.
Background Checks and Employment Verification
For certain positions, we may conduct background checks or verify employment history, credentials, or references in accordance with applicable laws. If required, you will be notified and asked to provide appropriate authorization before any such checks are performed.
Information Sharing and Third-Party Services
We do not sell or rent your personal information. Your information may be shared internally with team members involved in the hiring process.
We may use third-party service providers, including CareerPlug, to collect, process, and store applicant information. These providers are contractually required to safeguard your data and use it only for recruitment-related purposes.
We may also disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While no system can guarantee absolute security, we take commercially appropriate measures to protect your data.
Data Retention
We retain applicant information for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including consideration for future employment opportunities, maintaining internal hiring records, and complying with applicable legal requirements.
If you would like your information removed from our system, you may contact us using the information below, and we will make reasonable efforts to honor your request, subject to any legal obligations.
Your Rights and Choices
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us. You may also choose not to provide certain information; however, this may limit our ability to evaluate your application.
Florida Privacy Considerations
If you are a resident of Florida, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable state laws, including the right to request access to or deletion of your data, subject to legal limitations. We will respond to such requests in accordance with applicable law.
Third-Party Links
Our Careers Page may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Vet Next Door
12250 US-301 N Parrish, FL 34219
941-999-1195
theoffice@myvetnextdoor.com
Additional Notice to Applicants
By submitting an application through our Careers Page, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your information as described above.
