Veterinary Technician Working Conditions
Info Job Description
People who love animals get satisfaction from working with and helping
them. However, some of the work may be unpleasant, physically and emotionally
demanding, and sometimes dangerous. Veterinary technician sometimes
must clean cages and lift, hold, or restrain animals, risking exposure
to bites or scratches. These workers must take precautions when treating
animals with germicides or insecticides. The work setting can be noisy.
Veterinary technologists and technician who witness abused animals
or who euthanize unwanted, aged, or hopelessly injured animals may
experience emotional stress. Those working for humane societies and
animal shelters often deal with the public, some of whom might react
with hostility to any implication that the owners are neglecting or
abusing their pets. Such workers must maintain a calm and professional
demeanor while they enforce the laws regarding animal care. In some
animal hospitals, research facilities, and animal shelters, a veterinary
technician is on duty 24 hours a day, which means some may work night
shifts. Most full-time veterinary technologists and technician work
about 40 hours a week, while some work 50 or more hours a week.
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