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Veterinary Technologist and Technician

Operational-level

Also known as: Animal Care Technician (Animal Care Tech), Animal Health Technician (Animal Health Tech), Animal Technician (Animal Tech), Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)

Medical & WelfareBachelor's Degree

Job 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.
Veterinary TechnologyAnimal HealthVeterinary DiagnosticsClinical PathologyHealthcareLife SciencesBiotechnologyMedical CareersPatient CareEnvironment

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

Hot technologies
Microsoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Work Environment

How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.

Email & digital communication
Moderate
Working in a team
High
Contact with others
High
Freedom to make decisions
Moderate
Time pressure
High
Time spent sitting
Low
Working outdoors
Low
Indoor, climate-controlled
High
Dealing with customers
High
Level of competition
Moderate

Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)

Future Perspective

Growing Job Market

This field is experiencing expansion with increasing job opportunities and career advancement potential. Market demand is rising, with new positions being created.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will increasingly impact this career by automating routine laboratory analyses and enhancing diagnostic accuracy through image recognition for samples. While AI can streamline workflows and optimize treatment protocols, the hands-on patient care and complex problem-solving will remain critical human functions, requiring technologists to adapt to new AI-powered tools for improved efficiency and data interpretation.

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Bachelor's Degree

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