Is being a veterinary assistant a good fit for you?
Feeds, cleans and checks animals at vets and animal hospitals. Cleans cages, sterilises equipment and helps look after animals after surgery.
What the work involves
- Holds animals still during treatment.
- Watches animals recovering from surgery and tells the vet about unusual changes.
- Fills out medicine prescriptions.
- Cleans kennels, animal areas and treatment rooms to stop disease spreading.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on, curious and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a veterinary assistant is one of yours.
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