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Health Science
- Annual Median Wage$ 111,587$72,418
$196,765Annual NC Wage Range
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Very Fast Growing
- Veterinarians care for the health of animals and work to protect public health. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals.
What do they typically do
- Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems
- Treat and dress wounds
- Perform surgery on animals
- Test for and vaccinate against diseases
- Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines
- Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments
- Prescribe medication
- Euthanize animals
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth +1.7%Job Opening 2Education & Training
- Education Most require a graduate degree like a master's, Ph.D., M.D., or law degree.Associated Programs or Majors
NC Workforce CredentialsPrivate Training Programs3238Change 6