Become a Veterinary Technician

A Veterinary Technician Career

A career as a veterinary technician means caring for all kinds of creatures, from poodles to platypuses. By combining your love of animals with what you do for a living, you not only have a positive impact on the lives of animals, you enrich the quality of your own life as well.

Veterinary Technician Job Description

Depending upon the work environment you choose, the daily routine of a veterinary technician can vary a great deal. Vet techs who work in research laboratories may be responsible for the care and feeding of animals, as well as documenting their behavior.

Others who work in clinics will assist the vet in diagnosing and treating animals. You may find that in the course of a day you will have to give shots, restrain animals for exams and expose x-rays. Continue reading the job description of a vet tech...

Interview with a Veterinary Tech

“We are like registered nurses, but for animals,” explains Mary Mould, a registered veterinary technician with over 17 years of experience. Mould, who has always loved animals and grew up with them around the house, chose to pursue a career as a vet tech after her children were grown. She began by working as a receptionist at a veterinary clinic and grew to love the environment. One thing led to another, and she found herself enrolled in a two year AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) accredited program. Read more about Mary Mould's experience as a vet technician...