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.

  • Clean and maintain kennels, animal holding areas, examination or operating rooms, or animal loading or unloading facilities to control the spread of disease.
  • Dust, spray, or bathe animals to control insect pests.

  • Control prescription refills or authorizations.
  • Perform clerical work in medical settings.