• Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
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  • Health Science
  • Annual Median Wage
    $ 29,790
    $21,740 range bar $38,700
    Annual NC Wage Range
    Growth Rate
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    Very Fast Growing
  • Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers handle routine animal care and help scientists, veterinarians, and veterinary technologists and technicians with their daily tasks.

What do they typically do

  • Feed, bathe, and exercise animals
  • Clean and disinfect cages, kennels, and examination and operating rooms
  • Restrain animals during examination and laboratory procedures
  • Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment
  • Monitor and care for animals after surgery
  • Help provide emergency first aid to sick and injured animals
  • Give medication or immunizations that veterinarians prescribe
  • Assist in collecting blood, urine, and tissue samples

Number of Jobs

Average Annual
Job Growth +2.7%
Job Openings 1,190

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