VETERINARY TECHNICIANS AND TECHNOLOGISTS: 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.

• Administer animal immunology
• Administer medications/treatments
• Apply animal psychology
• Apply infectious materials procedures
• Collect specimens
• Draw blood
• Identify livestock characteristics
• Make appointments
• Operate specialized equipment in agriculture, forestry or fishing activities
• Recognize animal diseases
• Understand & use medical terminology