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Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
Job description
Feed, water, and examine pets and other nonfarm animals for signs of illness, disease, or injury in laboratories and animal hospitals and clinics. Clean and disinfect cages and work areas, and sterilize laboratory and surgical equipment. May provide routine postoperative care, administer medication orally or topically, or prepare samples for laboratory examination under the supervision of veterinary or laboratory animal technologists or technicians, veterinarians, or scientists. Excludes “Animal Caretakers” (39-2021).
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Entry level hourly / annual
$8.68
$18,050
Typical hourly / annual
$12.81
$26,650
Experienced hourly / annual
$17.30
$35,985
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| Statewide Openings | |
|---|---|
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Annual Openings 143 |
| Total Employed 500 | |
| Projected Growth 1.2% | |
| * Projected through 2030 | |
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| Entry-Level Education | |
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High school diploma or equivalent |
Certificates & degrees in Idaho for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers 2020-2021
The data shown below displays information about how many individuals earned different degrees from each of Idaho’s eight public institutions.
Table Key
Certificate 1 = Cert1
Certificate 2 = Cert2
Associate = Assc
Bachelor's = Bach
Master's = Master
Doctorate or professional = PhD
| Title | Cert1 | Cert2 | Assc | Bach | Master | PhD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No data avaliable | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Total (0) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Page sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics; Idaho Department of Labor; O*Net; Career Information System; America's Job Link Alliance; and Educational Analytics System of Idaho the State Longitudinal Data System
Eligible Training Provider data for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers
| Classification of Instructional Program (CIP) Title | Average Completion Rate | Average Employment Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0% | 0.0% |
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