Occupation Profile for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
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 post-operative 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.
Overview
| $19,960.00 | Median Annual Wage | 2,000 | Average Job Openings Per Year |
| 4.0 | Average Unemployment Percentage | 30.6 | Percentage That Completed High School |
| 75,000 | Employment Numbers in 2006 | 58.9 | Percentage That Had Some College |
| 86,000 | Employment Numbers in 2016 (est.) | 10.4 | Percentage That Went Beyond College Degree |
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- Agricultural Technicians
- Respiratory Therapists
- Dental Hygienists
- Surgical Technologists
- Nonfarm Animal Caretakers
- Nursery Workers
Related Academic Programs
Sources: Career Guide to Industries (CGI), Occupational Information Network (O*Net), Occupation Outlook Handbook (OOH)