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Veterinary Technologists and Technicians in The United States
(Tecnólogos y técnicos veterinarios)
Veterinary Technologists and Technicians -- 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.
| SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) | 29-2056.00 |
| Career Interests | RI |
| Minimum education required | (Associate) Associate's degree |
| Minimum work experience required | (None) None |
| Job training required | (None) None |
| Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028) | 1.93 (moderate growth) |
| Current number of workers in USA (2018) | 109,400 |
| Projected number of workers in USA (2028) | 130,500 |
| Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028) | 11,800 |
| Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019) | $24,530 |
| Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019) | $36,670 |
| Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019) | $51,230 |
| Career Cluster | Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (Agricultura, alimento y recursos naturales) |
| Major Occupational Group | Healthcare Practitioners and Technical |
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