Venipuncture, IVC placement, physical exams, after hours patient care & support, restraint domestic and exotic animals, administer vaccines, dispense medication, medicate patients. Trained in hematology, microbiology, parasitology, sterile technique, clinical chemistry and radiology. Anesthesia monitoring for spay/ neuter, TPLO, spleenectomy, GDV, GI exploratory. Dentals: local blocks & radiographs.

Helped with basic husbandry and nutrition of zoo animals. Collected specimen samples i.e: blood draws, fecals, wet mounts and laboratory processing. Exposed to a variety of immobilization techniques (including dart systems). Assist with anesthesia/surgical procedures and exotic animal treatments. Assist with radiographic techniques and film development. Learn medical data entry on MedARKS. Assist with hospital and medical equipment maintenance in an modern 8,000 square foot facility. Involvement with necropsy procedures. Observe animal training techniques.

Assist veterinary technicians in helping with restraint, drawing up vaccines, filling prescriptions, setting up work stations: surgery room & treatment area, stocking medical supplies. Clerical tasks: answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking clients in & out, closing invoices.