How do they match: Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

  • Animal Health Technician
  • Animal Care Provider
  • Animal Care Service 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.

  • Educate or advise clients on animal health care, nutrition, or behavior problems.

  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Conduct diagnostic tests to determine patient health.
  • Monitor patients to detect health problems.
  • Record vital statistics or other health information.
  • Stock medical or patient care supplies.