Veterinary Technician Research Paper
Veterinary Technician
Formal Report, 2014
Prepared by Chasity Newmann
Written Communications Student
Report Distributed October 22, 2014
Prepared for
C.L.F. Jonett, C.E.O.
Leadership, Learning & Services Corporations
Abstract
This report examines the field of a veterinary technician and it identifies the specialization process in being a veterinary technician. The pages that follow outline the profession of a veterinary technician, including: the history of veterinary technicians, training and education required skills and interests recommended, work environment, duties, and annual earnings. This report concludes with recommendations regarding veterinary technicians and the steps concerning a career in being a veterinary technician. …show more content…
Bureau of Labor Statistics, 91% of vet techs work in the veterinary services industry at: Private clinics, laboratories, animal hospitals, boarding kennels, animal shelters, rescue leagues, and zoos. Vet techs are also found in non-traditional settings such as livestock facilities, wildlife control services, research laboratories, and in the military. The schedules of vet techs vary across settings. Those in 24-hour facilities often work evenings, weekends and holidays. In private clinics, techs are more likely to have regular business hours, though they will need to come in some evenings and weekends to feed and care for patients.
A career as a vet tech requires strength and stamina as these professionals spend long periods on their feet and are frequently called on to lift and restrain large animals. Because techs have contact with needles, body fluids, X-rays and other potentially hazardous substances, they must follow safety procedures carefully to avoid illness or injury (“ Career Information: Veterinary Technologists and Technicians,” n.d.).
Opportunities for …show more content…
Those in specialties like preventive dentistry, anesthesia, animal behavior and surgery also commanded above-average salaries. Earnings generally rise depending on education and experience (Crosby, J. T. n.d.). Veterinary Technicians - A wide range of job responsibilities and emotions. Retrieved October 22, 2014, from http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/veterinarycareers/a/vet-tech-opinions.htm) According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, employment of veterinary technicians is expected to increase by 30% between 2012 and 2022, which is a lot faster than the average for all occupations. This is because the availability of many new procedures and medical advances that enhance animal health across the lifespan. So owners are seeking more complex procedures and specialty care for their animals. (Veterinary Technician Education Requirements and Training Info,
Formal Report, 2014
Prepared by Chasity Newmann
Written Communications Student
Report Distributed October 22, 2014
Prepared for
C.L.F. Jonett, C.E.O.
Leadership, Learning & Services Corporations
Abstract
This report examines the field of a veterinary technician and it identifies the specialization process in being a veterinary technician. The pages that follow outline the profession of a veterinary technician, including: the history of veterinary technicians, training and education required skills and interests recommended, work environment, duties, and annual earnings. This report concludes with recommendations regarding veterinary technicians and the steps concerning a career in being a veterinary technician. …show more content…
Bureau of Labor Statistics, 91% of vet techs work in the veterinary services industry at: Private clinics, laboratories, animal hospitals, boarding kennels, animal shelters, rescue leagues, and zoos. Vet techs are also found in non-traditional settings such as livestock facilities, wildlife control services, research laboratories, and in the military. The schedules of vet techs vary across settings. Those in 24-hour facilities often work evenings, weekends and holidays. In private clinics, techs are more likely to have regular business hours, though they will need to come in some evenings and weekends to feed and care for patients.
A career as a vet tech requires strength and stamina as these professionals spend long periods on their feet and are frequently called on to lift and restrain large animals. Because techs have contact with needles, body fluids, X-rays and other potentially hazardous substances, they must follow safety procedures carefully to avoid illness or injury (“ Career Information: Veterinary Technologists and Technicians,” n.d.).
Opportunities for …show more content…
Those in specialties like preventive dentistry, anesthesia, animal behavior and surgery also commanded above-average salaries. Earnings generally rise depending on education and experience (Crosby, J. T. n.d.). Veterinary Technicians - A wide range of job responsibilities and emotions. Retrieved October 22, 2014, from http://vetmedicine.about.com/od/veterinarycareers/a/vet-tech-opinions.htm) According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, employment of veterinary technicians is expected to increase by 30% between 2012 and 2022, which is a lot faster than the average for all occupations. This is because the availability of many new procedures and medical advances that enhance animal health across the lifespan. So owners are seeking more complex procedures and specialty care for their animals. (Veterinary Technician Education Requirements and Training Info,