O*NET SOC Tasks |
Administer anesthetics during surgery and monitor the effects on animals. |
Administer medication, immunizations, or blood plasma to animals as prescribed by veterinarians. |
Assist veterinarians in examining animals to determine the nature of illnesses or injuries. |
Clean and maintain kennels, animal holding areas, examination or operating rooms, or animal loading or unloading facilities to control the spread of disease. |
Dust, spray, or bathe animals to control insect pests. |
Educate or advise clients on animal health care, nutrition, or behavior problems. |
Examine animals to detect behavioral changes or clinical symptoms that could indicate illness or injury. |
Exercise animals or provide them with companionship. |
Groom, trim, or clip animals' coats. |
Hold or restrain animals during veterinary procedures. |
Monitor animals recovering from surgery and notify veterinarians of any unusual changes or symptoms. |
Perform hygiene-related duties, such as clipping animals' claws or cleaning and polishing teeth. |
Prepare feed for animals according to specific instructions, such as diet lists or schedules. |
Provide assistance with euthanasia of animals or disposal of corpses. |
Provide emergency first aid to sick or injured animals. |
Record information relating to animal genealogy, feeding schedules, appearance, behavior, or breeding. |