What Do Veterinary Technicians Do?

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What Do Veterinary Technicians Do? Veterinary Science Program

What Is a Veterinary Technician? Every veterinarian needs a good veterinary technician, or veterinary nurse. A veterinary technician is a person skilled in veterinary technology, the art and science of providing medical support to veterinarians and patients. Unsung hero

What Is a Veterinary Technician? Two paths after finishing high school in order to become a veterinary nurse: A graduate of a 2- or 3-year certificate or associate degree program in veterinary technology accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association, or AVMA Graduate with a bachelor's degree and become a veterinary technologist Pass a credentialing exam, called the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE)

What Is a Veterinary Technician? Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

What Is a Veterinary Technician? Each veterinary technician / technologist is expected to complete ongoing continuing education to keep his or her skills up to date.

What Is a Veterinary Technician? Veterinary technician specialist (VTS) Advanced training in any number of disciplines recognized by NAVTA, the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America

Veterinary Assistant Individuals working in veterinary medicine who have no formal training or credentialing in veterinary technology

A Veterinary Technician's Role

A Veterinary Technician's Role A veterinary technician is not allowed to diagnose, prescribe medication, prognose (that is to say, give a prognosis), or perform surgery. All duties are to be performed under the direction and responsibility of a veterinarian. Only a veterinarian is allowed to diagnose, prescribe medication, prognose, or perform surgery. That's the law.