How do they match: Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

  • Animal Care Service Worker
  • Kennel Worker

  • 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.

  • Assist veterinarians in examining animals to determine the nature of illnesses or injuries.
  • Prepare examination or treatment rooms by stocking them with appropriate supplies.

  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Assess physical conditions of patients to aid in diagnosis or treatment.
  • Clean patient rooms or patient treatment rooms.
  • Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments.
  • Perform clerical work in medical settings.
  • Prepare patient treatment areas for use.