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Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.

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31 tasks30 core, 1 supplemental
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Code
29-2056.00SOC 2018: 29-2056

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30 core tasks and 1 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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  1. Task 1. Administer anesthesia to animals, under the direction of a veterinarian, and monitor animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.Core taskTask 4176Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  2. Task 2. Care for and monitor the condition of animals recovering from surgery.Core taskTask 4177Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  3. Task 3. Maintain controlled drug inventory and related log books.Core taskTask 18548Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  4. Task 4. Perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, or feces, such as urinalyses or blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.Core taskTask 4179Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  5. Task 5. Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, or treatments, as prescribed by veterinarians.Core taskTask 4178Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  6. Task 6. Restrain animals during exams or procedures.Core taskTask 20422Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  7. Task 7. Administer emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life saving procedures.Core taskTask 4180Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  8. Task 8. Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, or materials.Core taskTask 4182Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  9. Task 9. Provide veterinarians with the correct equipment or instruments, as needed.Core taskTask 4183Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  10. Task 10. Perform dental work, such as cleaning, polishing, or extracting teeth.Core taskTask 4193Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  11. Task 11. Observe the behavior and condition of animals and monitor their clinical symptoms.Core taskTask 4187Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  12. Task 12. Give enemas and perform catheterizations, ear flushes, intravenous feedings, or gavages.Core taskTask 4190Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  13. Task 13. Fill prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.Core taskTask 4184Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  14. Task 14. Collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.Core taskTask 4181Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  15. Task 15. Prepare animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas.Core taskTask 4185Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  16. Task 16. Take and develop diagnostic radiographs, using x-ray equipment.Core taskTask 4188Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  17. Task 17. Discuss medical health of pets with clients, such as post-operative status.Core taskTask 20423Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  18. Task 18. Clean kennels, animal holding areas, surgery suites, examination rooms, or animal loading or unloading facilities to control the spread of disease.Core taskTask 4194Rated by 80 people who do the job, August 2020
  19. Task 19. Take animals into treatment areas and assist with physical examinations by performing such duties as obtaining temperature, pulse, or respiration data.Core taskTask 4186Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  20. Task 20. Prepare treatment rooms for surgery.Core taskTask 4191Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  21. Task 21. Maintain laboratory, research, or treatment records, as well as inventories of pharmaceuticals, equipment, or supplies.Core taskTask 4189Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  22. Task 22. Maintain instruments, equipment, or machinery to ensure proper working condition.Core taskTask 4192Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  23. Task 23. Dress and suture wounds and apply splints or other protective devices.Core taskTask 4197Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  24. Task 24. Provide assistance with animal euthanasia and the disposal of remains.Core taskTask 4196Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  25. Task 25. Schedule appointments and procedures for animals.Core taskTask 20424Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  26. Task 26. Provide information or counseling regarding issues such as animal health care, behavior problems, or nutrition.Core taskTask 4195Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  27. Task 27. Monitor medical supplies and place orders when inventory is low.Core taskTask 18550Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  28. Task 28. Supervise or train veterinary students or other staff members.Core taskTask 18549Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  29. Task 29. Perform a variety of office, clerical, or accounting duties, such as reception, billing, bookkeeping, or selling products.Core taskTask 4198Rated by 79 people who do the job, August 2020
  30. Task 30. Bathe animals, clip nails or claws, and brush or cut animals' hair.Core taskTask 4199Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020
  31. Task 31. Conduct specialized procedures, such as animal branding or tattooing or hoof trimming.Supplemental taskTask 4200Rated by 81 people who do the job, August 2020

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  2. Classification
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