Alternately, if the candidate is licensed to
practice as a vet tech in another state, he or she may be certified by reciprocity.
Many states also require candidates to obtain a state license or certification in order to be allowed to
practice as a vet tech.
Experience preferred but we are open to new grads and interns with a background in general
practice as a vet tech or assistant.
Not exact matches
The tasks you will be responsible for
as a
vet tech working in a small animal
practice may vary depending on your qualifications, experience and employer.
The salaries for small animal
practice vet techs are determined by such factors
as location, employer, qualifications and experience.
According to the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America, you must work
as a
vet tech for at least five years before you can earn a small animal
practice specialty credential.
During emergency situations, such
as when an injured pet is brought into the
practice, the veterinary assistant must be prepared to quickly and accurately follow the instructions of the
vet or
vet tech.
All the new things we have developed at our clinic and which we,
as vet techs, are doing every day, results in happy clients and healthy animals,
as well
as more income for the
practice.
It's okay to ask the staff at your veterinary
practice what they are:
vet techs, veterinary assistants or veterinary technologists, and whether they have been credentialed
as a specialist in any particular field.
If you love animals and are not intimidated by the size of such animals
as horses and cattle, a career
as a large animal
practice vet tech may be the perfect fit for you.
When a new plan such
as providing
vet tech appointments is working well, you can hire an extra
vet tech, because the appointments will bring more clients into the
practice, providing more work and more money.
The salary you will earn if you become a large animal
practice veterinary technician depends on your location, employer and experience
as a
vet tech.