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Veterinary Technologists and Technicians
6
Alternate Occupation Titles
Animal
Care
Tech
Animal
Care
Technician
Animal
Health
Tech
Animal
Health
Technician
Animal
Tech
Animal
Technician
1
O*NET-SOC Description
Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in
animals.
Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.
14
Tasks
Care
for and monitor the condition of
animals
recovering from surgery.
Administer anesthesia to
animals
, under the direction of a veterinarian, and monitor
animals
' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
Bathe
animals
, clip nails or claws, and brush or cut
animals
' hair.
Clean kennels,
animal
holding areas, surgery suites, examination rooms, or
animal
loading or unloading facilities to control the spread of disease.
Conduct specialized procedures, such as
animal
branding or tattooing or hoof trimming.
Discuss medical
health
of pets with clients, such as post-operative status.
Observe the behavior and condition of
animals
and monitor their clinical symptoms.
Perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, or feces, such as urinalyses or blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of
animal
health
problems.
Prepare
animals
for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas.
Provide assistance with
animal
euthanasia and the disposal of remains.
Provide information or counseling regarding issues such as
animal
health
care
, behavior problems, or nutrition.
Restrain
animals
during exams or procedures.
Schedule appointments and procedures for
animals.
Take
animals
into treatment areas and assist with physical examinations by performing such duties as obtaining temperature, pulse, or respiration data.
6
Detailed Work Activities
Care
for
animals.
Administer basic
health
care
or medical treatments.
Assist
healthcare
practitioners during examinations or treatments.
Merchandise
healthcare
products or services.
Provide
health
and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.
Supervise patient
care
personnel.
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