29-2056.00 - Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Sample of reported job titles: Veterinary Technician (Vet Tech), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Veterinary Assistant, Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Certified Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Nurse, Veterinary Laboratory Technician (Veterinary Lab Tech)

Work Activities

• Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
  
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
  
• Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
  
• Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
  
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
  
• Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
  
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  
• Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
  
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
  
• Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.