Registered Veterinary Technician

Job Title:

 Registered Veterinary Technician

Location:

 Baltimore County, MD

Earnings/Salary:

 $31,570 annually

Job description:

 A Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) assists the veterinarians in caring for the

animals. The job of the technician is to offer skilled, medical assistance to the

veterinarian.

Job duties/tasks:

 The technician will also give animals a general exam for medical issues and work with

veterinary assistants to groom and comfort animals, clean cages, and do other

nonmedical work. In addition, technicians also help monitor anesthesia, take x-rays and

sonograms, clean teeth, provide rehabilitation, monitor surgical equipment, and conduct

laboratory tests.

Qualifications and/or required experience:

 Must obtain hands-on experience (internship).

Required Education:

 Must complete pre-requisites (gen. ed). Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science

degree in Veterinary Technology. Pass Veterinarian Technician National Exam. Pass the

North American Veterinary Licensing Examination.

Additional information:

 Must have rabies immunization, tetanus booster within past 5 years, proof of health

insurance, and purchase of own uniform.

Works Cited

Firstline. (2009, April). Technicians: Surviving and thriving? Retrieved from ProQuest:

www.ProQuest.com

Kasper, H., & Crosby, O. (2003, Fall). Veterinary Technicians: Nursing Animals to Health.

Retrieved from ProQuest: www.ProQuest.com

Veterinarianedu. (2018). Steps to Become a Veterinary Technician in Maryland. Retrieved from

veterinarianedu: www.veterinarianedu.org

Weekly, V. (2008, March 26). Travel Health Shortage Creates Job Prospects in Veterinary

Medicine. Retrieved from ProQuest: www.ProQuest.com

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 Nelda Nix-McCray
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 Interview Questions
Employer

 Why do you want to be a Vet Technician?

 What appeals to you most about being a Vet Tech?

 Do you have any experience with caring for animals?

 If so, what kind did you care for? And how did that work out for you?

Interviewee

 Can you tell me more about the day-to-day responsibilities of this job?

 What is the typical work week? Is overtime expected?