Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 23,490 - 50,010; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking a Veterinary Technologist or Technician to perform medical tests in a laboratory setting for animal treatment and diagnosis. The role involves administering emergency first aid, monitoring medical supplies, and preparing medications as prescribed by veterinarians. Candidates should exhibit critical thinking, active listening, and communication skills to work effectively in a team environment. The job offers the opportunity to contribute to animal health and wellbeing through various responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life-saving procedures.
• Maintain controlled drug inventory and related log books.
• Take animals into treatment areas and assist with physical examinations by performing such duties as obtaining temperature, pulse, or respiration data.
• Collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Monitor medical supplies and place orders when inventory is low.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, or treatments, as prescribed by veterinarians.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Active Listening

Speaking

Reading Comprehension

Monitoring

Judgment and Decision Making

Job description

Veterinary Technologist or Technician

Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for the 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.

Daily Responsibilities

• Administer emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life‑saving procedures.
• Maintain controlled drug inventory and related log books.
• Take animals into treatment areas and assist with physical examinations by performing such duties as obtaining temperature, pulse, or respiration data.
• Collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
• Monitor medical supplies and place orders when inventory is low.
• Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, or treatments, as prescribed by veterinarians.

Key Skills

• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work‑related documents.
• Monitoring: Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Other Veterinary Tech Job Titles

• Veterinary X‑Ray Operator
• Medical Technologist
• Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
• Animal Technician

Job Outlook

In 2016, there were an estimated 102,000 jobs in the United States for Veterinary Technologists or Technicians. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 20%, which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 20,400 new jobs by 2026, and an estimated 10,700 positions per year.

Average Salary

The average yearly salary ranges between $23,490 and $50,010. Veterans who work in Nevada, New York, or Massachusetts earn the highest salaries.