Veterinary Technologist
OSCA 269532
650
33.7%
75.8%
31 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
Veterinary Technologist is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.
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About this career
Performs diagnostic procedures used in the medical care of animals, and monitors their health and wellbeing to support the work of veterinary, medical and other scientists.
What they typically do
- Triages sick or injured animals in a variety of environments such as veterinary clinics, farms or zoos
- Administers anaesthesia to animals in preparation for surgery, and monitors them throughout the procedure
- Obtains and tests animal blood, urine and faecal samples
- Performs animal tests including X-rays, laparoscopes, endoscopes, CT scans and dental procedures
- Provides post-operative care instructions to animal carers
- Monitors animals and records their behaviour and vital signs to ensure complete records of their care
Where they work
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Veterinary Technologist.
No qualification pathways published on training.gov.au yet.