How do they match: Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

  • Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

  • Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine postoperative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists.

  • Clean, maintain, and sterilize instruments or equipment.
  • Prepare surgical equipment and pass instruments or materials to veterinarians during surgical procedures.

  • Clean medical equipment.
  • Inventory medical supplies or equipment.
  • Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
  • Order medical supplies or equipment.
  • Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use.
  • Teach medical procedures or medical equipment use to patients.