Veterinary Technologists and Technicians, supervised by licensed veterinarians, do medical tests that help diagnose animals' injuries and illnesses.
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- Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
Health Science
What do they typically do
- Observe the behavior and condition of animals
- Provide nursing care or emergency first aid to recovering or injured animals
- Bathe animals, clip nails or claws, and brush or cut animals' hair
- Restrain animals during exams or procedures
- Administer anesthesia to animals and monitor their responses
- Take x rays and collect and perform laboratory tests, such as urinalyses and blood counts
- Prepare animals and instruments for surgery
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments prescribed by a veterinarian
- Collect and record animals' case histories
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +2.6%
Job Openings 634
Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
Private Training Programs
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