Generally have a set schedule each week.
May work part time or full time, but most work 40 hours a week.
May work days, evenings, weekends, or holidays. Some research labs and animal hospitals are open 24 hours.
VETERINARY TECHNOLOGISTS AND TECHNICIANS will:
dWork under the supervision of veterinarians
Deal with animals and their owners
May work part or full time
Some work for research labs
VETERINARY TECHNOLOGISTS AND TECHNICIANS frequently:
Stand while assisting in surgery or with exams.
Use hands to handle, control, or feel animals, objects, or tools.
Walk or run while exercising animals.
It is important that VETERINARY TECHNOLOGISTS AND TECHNICIANS be able to:
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.
Understand the speech of another person.
Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
