ControlHub — Global, Clinic, User & Template Settings for ClinicOS
ControlHub is the administrative command center of ClinicOS.
Written By Brendan Baker
Last updated About 10 hours ago
It defines how your clinic operates, how your team works, how your system integrates with equipment and partners, and how clients experience your services.
ControlHub ensures ClinicOS matches your hospital’s protocols, compliance standards, communication preferences, and operational workflows.
Nothing in ClinicOS happens by accident — ControlHub defines it.
ControlHub governs system-wide behavior across:
integrations
financial and tax logic
lab analyzers
user permissions
automation rules
templates
controlled substance gates
security preferences
API access
usage limits and monitoring
location-specific policies
Every ClinicOS deployment is shaped by ControlHub.
Nothing in ClinicOS is random — it’s all intentional, administrator-defined, and audit-tracked.
ControlHub Overview
ControlHub contains six major configuration zones:
Global Settings
Clinic Settings
User Settings
Template Settings
Integration Settings (Lab & Third-Party)
System Settings (Permissions, API, Usage & Compliance)
Each controls a different layer of your veterinary operating environment.
1. Global Settings
(Organization-wide defaults)
Admins define system-wide behavior here.
Branding
Clinic name, logo, colors
MyPet App branding
Online Booking appearance
Email/SMS sender identity
Payment Configuration
Payment processor connection
Terminals & pairing
Deposit rules
Enabled payment methods
MyPet payment options
Regulatory Controls
Controlled Substance Approval Gate
2FA requirements ( primary to SupplyRoom settings per item).
Access policies
Organization-wide security rules
Automation
Form automations (Primary to form automations).
Booking automations
Reminder logic
Workflow routing
Communication defaults
Inventory Foundations
Controlled med handling
Minimum stock thresholds
Auto-deduct rules
Label formatting standards
Global Defaults
Standard appointment types
Default doctors
CarePlan+ flow defaults
Scheduler system defaults
Global Settings define how the entire organization behaves.
2. Clinic Settings
(Location-specific operational behavior)
These settings tailor ClinicOS for each physical hospital.
Operational Hours
opening/closing times
provider availability
online booking blocks
holiday/blackout day rules
Pricing & Financial Structure
tax rates
pricing rules for inventory/services
regional financial constraints
rounding/decimal behavior
Local Policies
cancellation rules
new client policies
deposit requirements
communication preferences
Workflow & Routing
triage workflows
refill routing
lab review routing
MyTasks routing
HomeDelivery windows
User Management (Location-Level)
role assignments
modality restrictions (DVM-only tasks)
access to location-specific inventory
Clinic Settings ensure each hospital runs correctly without losing organization-wide consistency.
3. User Settings
(Individual customizations for each team member)
User Settings adjust the experience, not the system.
In this section: ADMINS - will be able to invite new team members to their ClinicOS system and provide them permissions.
Notifications
alert type (banner, sound, email)
category filters
mute/snooze preferences
Workspace Layout
default dashboard
calendar vs. workflow view
dark/light mode
Identity
digital signature
on-chart initials
printed name format
Shortcuts & Preferences
pinned tools
macro buttons
task visibility limits
Each team member can operate the way they work best.
4. Template Settings
(Reusable structures for operational consistency)
Templates standardize care and communication.
Form Templates
intake forms
consents
surgical authorizations
boarding/daycare
medical history
CarePlan & CarePlan+
surgical bundles
chronic care flows
pain management packages
standardized medication protocols
Discharge Templates
procedure-specific discharges
client instructions
follow-up expectations
Messaging Templates
appointment reminders
medication ready
discharge-ready
form reminders
Estimate Templates
common packages
visit-type bundles
surgeon- or provider-specific templates
Templates ensure every team member delivers consistent, high-quality care.
5. Integration Settings (Lab & Third-Party)
(Device & data source configuration)
This is where ClinicOS connects to external systems.
Lab Analyzer Settings
Configure on-site diagnostic machines securely and consistently.
Supported categories include:
hematology
chemistry
electrolytes
coagulation
urinalysis
digital cytology
Features
device pairing
reagent lot/expiration tracking
auto-upload results to patient record
panic-value alerts
quality control logs
instrument status monitoring
Each machine can be configured with:
reference ranges
analyzer ID
automatic linking rules
review-required routing (e.g., DVM review before client visibility)
Third-Party Integrations
Depending on clinic needs, you configure:
external labs
imaging systems
external appointment systems (if used)
analytics or reporting hooks
Configurable Points
API keys
allowed data types
routing preferences
permissions
review-before-logging rules
security restrictions
Clinics maintain full control of what enters their records.
6. System Settings (Permissions, API, Usage & Compliance)
This section governs system safety, user capabilities, and how ClinicOS connects outward.
User Permissions
Role-based access control with granular toggles for:
prescribing
controlled substance approvals
inventory adjustments
form template editing
template management
payments & refunds
HomeDelivery
MsgBoard categories
RDVM Portal permissions
CaseFolder editing
schedule editing (OurWork)
lab result approval
patient record locking/unlocking
Every permission change is audit-logged.
API Settings
For clinics using external systems or building their own tools.
Includes:
API key creation
key rotation
usage logs
endpoint access rules
read/write restrictions
IP allowlisting
data export controls
ClinicOS exposes only the endpoints you authorize, with no open access.
Usage Settings
Controls around:
daily or monthly usage thresholds
safety limits (e.g., max SMS sends per hour)
anti-spam protections
AI usage quotas (for clinics with usage caps)
automation throttling
time-based access rules (after-hours restrictions)
Usage Settings protect system stability and prevent misuse.
How ControlHub Works (Operational Model)
Role-Based Access
Global → System Admin
Clinic → Admin/Manager
User → Individual
Templates → Admin/Manager/Lead
Integrations → Admin + designated technical roles
Permissions/API → Admin only
Real-Time Propagation
Changes propagate instantly:
booking pages update
MsgBoard templates refresh
lab analyzer data routing changes
inventory rules adjust
automation triggers update
MyPet behavior changes
No reboot or downtime required.
Example in Action
Your clinic wants to enable in-house lab auto-review.
Admin opens ControlHub → Integration Settings → Lab Machines
Enables “Auto-Attach Results After Technician Review”
Defines panic ranges for chemistry panels
Routes abnormal results to MyTasks for DVM review
Updates messaging template: “Your pet’s lab results are under review”
Turns on form automation to collect pre-op history when labs are ordered
Updates inventory auto-deduct rule for consumables tied to lab tests
Everything integrates across the system instantly.
Key Integrations
Forms & MsgBoard
Form automation, message templates, and pre-visit flows.Payments
Deposit rules, processor settings, terminals.CaseFolder
Visibility rules, shared records, default behavior.HomeDelivery
Delivery windows, approval logic, fulfillment settings.ReferralHub
RDVM Portal permissions, record-sharing settings.Online Booking
Provider schedules, deposit rules, allowable appointment types.Lab Machines
Auto-populate diagnostics and QC logs.API
External system integrations.Why ControlHub Matters
For Administrators
total control
centralized settings
clean audits
faster onboarding
predictable clinic-wide behavior
For Teams
fewer errors
consistent workflows
well-defined responsibilities
clear escalations
For Clients
consistent experience
accurate communication
reliable scheduling
smooth intake + follow-up
ControlHub creates the foundation of a stable, modern, AI-native veterinary operating system.
Important Notes
⚠️ Only authorized admins should modify system-level settings.
Changes can impact compliance, payments, scheduling, and medical workflows.
⚠️ Labs, E-DEA, and prescribing controls require strict oversight.
Incorrect settings can create regulatory issues.
⚠️ API access must be tightly controlled.
Keys should be rotated regularly.
⚠️ All templates and forms are the responsibility of the clinic.
ClinicOS does not provide legal or medical language validation.
⚠️ Configuration changes apply immediately.
Always verify settings before saving. All changes Auto-Save and request "Apply All Confirmation" prior to departing the page.