Veterinary Technician
Code: 29-2056.00
Also known as: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Emergency Veterinary Technician (Emergency Vet Tech), Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician (Internal Medicine Vet Tech), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Veterinarian Technician (Vet Tech), Veterinary Laboratory Technician (Vet Lab Tech), Veterinary Nurse (Vet Nurse), Veterinary Technician (Vet Tech), Veterinary Technologist
Description: Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.
Typical wages
| 10% | $25,520 |
| 25% | $30,030 |
| Median | $36,260 |
| 75% | $43,890 |
| 90% | $52,410 |
| 10% | $12.27 |
| 25% | $14.44 |
| Median | $17.43 |
| 75% | $21.1 |
| 90% | $25.2 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
112,900 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
131,200 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 10,900 |