How do they match: 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.

  • Administer anesthetics during surgery and monitor the effects on animals.
  • Administer medication, immunizations, or blood plasma to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Hold or restrain animals during veterinary procedures.
  • Prepare surgical equipment and pass instruments or materials to veterinarians during surgical procedures.

  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Assist practitioners to perform medical procedures.
  • Schedule patient procedures or appointments.
  • Teach medical procedures or medical equipment use to patients.