How do they match: Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers

  • Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine postoperative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists.

  • Prepare examination or treatment rooms by stocking them with appropriate supplies.
  • Prepare feed for animals according to specific instructions, such as diet lists or schedules.
  • Prepare surgical equipment and pass instruments or materials to veterinarians during surgical procedures.
  • Administer medication, immunizations, or blood plasma to animals as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Clean, maintain, and sterilize instruments or equipment.
  • Fill medication prescriptions.

  • Prepare medical instruments or equipment for use.
  • Prepare medical reports or documents.
  • Prepare patient treatment areas for use.
  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Assist practitioners to perform medical procedures.
  • Clean medical equipment.
  • Give medications or immunizations.
  • Inventory medical supplies or equipment.
  • Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
  • Order medical supplies or equipment.
  • Perform clerical work in medical settings.
  • Process medical billing information.
  • Stock medical or patient care supplies.
  • Teach medical procedures or medical equipment use to patients.