Veterinary Technicians typically work for veterinary clinics or veterinary hospitals to provide a range of medical services to animals. They work closely with other Veterinary Technicians, Veterinarians and front desk staff to oversee pet checkups or more in-depth medical care. Their job is to take x-rays or perform ultrasounds, update patient records, administer vaccinations and speak with pet owners about how to best care for their animals. They may also be responsible for helping schedule pet check-ups and sending reminders to owners as needed.
Que fait un Veterinary Technician ?
A Veterinary Technician, or Clinical Veterinary Technician, is responsible for performing routine checkups and other medical procedures on animals to ensure their health and well-being. Their duties include communicating with pet owners to determine whether their pet experienced changes in activity or diet, checking an animal’s weight, heartbeat and other vitals to record in patient files and assisting other veterinary personnel in taking blood samples or administering medications.
Responsabilités
Un Veterinary Technician doit être capable de remplir diverses fonctions et responsabilités. Voici quelques fonctions et responsabilités qu'un Veterinary Technician doit être capable d'exécuter :
Providing general nursing care
Examining animals and checking vitals in preparation for the Veterinarian
Taking X-rays of animals
Administering first aid for emergencies
Administering medication and treatments
Drawing blood samples for testing
Compétences requises
Un Veterinary Technician compétitif aura certaines compétences et qualifications, notamment :
Working knowledge of the pharmaceuticals that are prescribed by the Veterinarian
Good listening skills
Compassion
Communication skills
Physical stamina
Knowledge of a variety of animal species
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