Veterinary Technician Resume Example

Observe the behavior and condition of animals and monitor their clinical symptoms.

Care for and monitor the condition of animals recovering from surgery.

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.

Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, or treatments, as prescribed by veterinarians.

Fill prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.

Collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.

Take and develop diagnostic radiographs, using x-ray equipment.

Prepare treatment rooms for surgery.

Clean kennels, animal holding areas, surgery suites, examination rooms, or animal loading or unloading facilities to control the spread of disease.

Take animals into treatment areas and assist with physical examinations by performing such duties as obtaining temperature, pulse, and respiration data.

Provide veterinarians with the correct equipment or instruments, as needed.

Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, or materials.

Maintain laboratory, research, or treatment records, as well as inventories of pharmaceuticals, equipment, or supplies.

Prepare animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas.

Provide assistance with animal euthanasia and the disposal of remains.

Perform a variety of office, clerical, or accounting duties, such as reception, billing, bookkeeping, or selling products.

Clip nails or claws, and brush or cut animals' hair.