What does a vet tech do?
we do everything the doctor doesn’t do. We restrain animals for examination, record histories from the owners, do labwork, administer treatments like subcutaneous fluids and oral medications, prep surgical patients and assist with surgeries, mix medications, sweep and mop, run the front desk, answer phones and keep the place running. In larger practices we branch out into other jobs including inpatient care, assistance with x-rays and the like. The core of the job, however, is restraining and managing patients and being an extra pair of hands and eyes for the doctor. Q: how much schooling do you need for that? A: officially, a VT is by definition certified through a state exam or the Veterinary Technician National Exam, which requires 2 to 4 years of study. The UK equivalent (Veterinary Nurse) also requires certification by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. In practice, there are a lot of techs working now that have no formal training, and you can still find a tech position wit
