The Field of Veterinary Medicine: Communication and Controversies Veterinary Medicine is a competitive field, whether you are going for your Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or to be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT). There will be competitive programs you will need to do well in to be able to continue working at getting a degree to this field. A veterinarian or vet is a professionally skilled worker licensed in providing a wide range of medical care to diverse types of animals. I was able to conduct an interview with Nadeene DeLong, Licensed Veterinary Technician who works at Town and Country Animal Care in Marlette, Michigan. She not only was able to give me information about what her day is filled with but also the knowledge …show more content…
Veterinary technicians are the doctors’ right hand man; if the doctor needs it the tech will provide it. Technicians make anywhere between 12-15 dollars an hour depending on how good you are at your job (DeLong). In May 2013 the median wage was $14.66 an hour and $30,500 a year (Statistics). Being a technician has its pros and cons. Pros including helping sick animals in need and educating the animal owner on how to better care for their companions and cons include the lack of pay technicians receive and having to put down sick animals or having one die on the surgery table (DeLong). Technicians go through a two-year program and receive an Associates Degree in Applied Sciences. Many of the everyday jobs the technicians do in a day include assisting in surgeries, dentals, animal recovery and also reading tests such as ear cytology’s, skin scrapings, and fecal reading …show more content…
Most people see veterinarians as being doctors of animals and they are there to save animals and help them when they are sick and that is what veterinarians are for but sometimes I wish people could really see what veterinarians go through in a day. As I have past experience in the field of veterinary medicine, I was fortunate enough to see behind the scenes. When I was working one of the first things the boss will tell you is to not show emotion in front of the patient’s owner, and that’s something very hard to control. Sometimes are easier then others to hold back the tears but I know there’s days that the bathroom is just a place to go cry for a good two minutes and then have to pull yourself back together again. And having emotions is something that can never be resolved. Everyday as you work in the field you do learn to cope with the sadness of people crying when they lose their companion or sometimes even when they lose their best friend. You learn to not get as involved with the personal relationships of the animal owner, because you know one day the animal will eventually die. This is not an easy field for people that have a hard time holding back their
To become a vet tech you have to go through the proper education and training required. An associate’s degree in veterinary technology is required to become a vet tech and takes about two years to accomplish (Exploring Medical Careers). An internship may also be a requirement of the tech course (Interview with a Veterinary Technician). Along with the degree, the Veterinary Technician National Exam must be passed to become certified. These tests cost $300.00 and are 170 questions long. The VTNE also offers two practice exams, each $45, to help one prepare for the actual exam (Vet Tech | VTNE | Veterinary Technician National Examination.). After becoming certified, a vet tech may have to undergo on the job training under supervision by a vet or an experienced vet tech (Collegegrad.com).
Veterinary technician needs 2 years of college. Vets need to take biology, sciences and as well as math. Vets work with all different types of animals. What did vet do in the past. What was the pros and cons to being one and what was the skills for the job.
Vet Tech has always been an option for me, helping animals is something that is very interesting. It was introduced in 1989, the AVMA officially adopted the name “Vet Tech.” In 1998, emergency vets debut on Animal Planet. And in 2008, student population grows from 500 to 700. There are about 17,000 people employed in the career field chosen. Some of the common trends of the job would be, working at Zoos, Aquariums, Boarding Kennels, and Wildlife sanctuaries. These jobs are usually found working in an animal clinic or hospitals and sometimes at farms because that is the “normal” areas for this occupation. In this career there are some general duties such as: Observe animals behavior and conditions, Provide nursing care, Bathe animals, Clip nails, groom animals hair, keep animals calm during exams or procedures. The more specific duties of the job would be to: take x-rays of animals and develop them, get utensils and prepare the animals for surgery, keep and record patient's history. Most of the clinics are open 24 hours. There is not anything that is unusual about the number of hours/nature of the job. (Bls.gov.vettech)
A Veterinarian Technician (vet techs) can have a rough life when the job involves saving animals. However the job takes, schooling, commitment, and having passion and love for animals. Being able to work and handle animals is a dream come true; it allows people to see what a pet could do for it’s handler. Maintaining a job that researches certain illnesses and broken bones allows a veterinarian technician to help animals in need. This helps bridge the gap between environment and families all over the world who love animals.
“The most successful Veterinary Technicians are passionate about the animals that they see on a daily basis and be able to control their emotions” (Career Cruising). The care of animals is very important so they don’t feel threatened by the Veterinary Technician and claw, bite, or growl at them. Veterinary Technicians must show their love of animals to the patients and their owners. many animals will feel the emotions that people give off and the animal can react to that emotion in a good or in a bad case bad. A Vet Technicians job is to be calm and not show emotions to the patient and family so the family won’t have emotional distress towards the clinic.
For this project, I decided to take on the career of a veterinarian. As a veterinarian, I would have to examine animals to diagnose their health problems, treat and dress wounds, perform surgery on animals,test for and vaccinate against diseases, operate medical equipment(x-ray machines, etc.), advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments, prescribe medication, and euthanize animals. To get a job in this profession, you have to have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. You also have to have to take many science classes including biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, zoology, microbiology, and animal science.You would have to take about four years of college which adds up to about $100,000 dollars in student
When owners take their pets to the clinic, they are understandably anxious about the results and outcome of the visit. While it’s the veterinarian's job to provide care for the animal, it’s also their job to put the owners at ease, reassuring them that their pet will indeed be fine. This communication is vital for building trust, as it lets the owner know what is happening to their animal and gives them confidence in believing that everything will be okay. What’s more, veterinarians that take the time to thoroughly explain procedures and instructions regarding petcare, are teaching pet owners how to better tend to their
In order to be a large animal veterinarian you must have to complete at least four years of college. You do not need a masters degree, only a bachelor’s degree.Your undergraduate education should mostly focus on the following: biology, zoology, physiology, anatomy,and microbiology. Colleges and universities, such as Colorado State University and the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Science are well known for their veterinary medicine programs. These school are just a few among many schools that have good programs in veterinary medicine.
In one way or another, I have been taking care of animals my entire life. Growing up, I was completely dedicated to animals, caring for what could be considered a mini zoo. Naturally, as a child, I was set on a career as a veterinarian. Like most children, I was naive about the veterinary profession, but I had plenty of people to warn me about its challenges. Albeit initially discouraged from becoming a veterinarian, my search for a meaningful career not only revived my spark for veterinary medicine but also gave me the maturity and experience necessary to succeed in it.
The average annual salary is 93,250 dollars, they work 24 hours for 365 days of the year, they work in equine facilities, horse stables, and pastures. Being an equine vet can be mentally and physically draining of energy so know how to be patient before getting into the practice.
In the nursing home, Miriam stays in her room for long hours of the day. Without family she has no one to visit her during the year. Miriam suffers from depression and anxiety caused by being alone and barely having any human interaction all day. One day a nurse suggested that Miriam join an animal-assisted therapy program in order to be able to deal with her depression. In 1972 the Society of Friends founded a mental asylum that used animals in order for their patients to be able to have a peaceful interaction with another creature. Animal-assisted therapy is very beneficial form of therapy for the patient, it reduces and improves many symptoms that the patient is struggling with. Due to the fact that many senior citizens in nursing homes often feel lonely and isolated, animal-assisted therapy can be a good way for them to have a companion and be more social with not only their animal, but other humans too.
One of the many sponsors working with this organization is Animal Planet and they work to raise awareness on the importance of adopting pets in need of good homes. Animal care technicians help to monitor and maintain the health of animals that are brought to them. The salaries of one that works in this are ranges from $34,496 to $39,899 annually. The clients/participants being served here are animals. Skills that I have that fit the requirements of this job are my love of animals and wanting to make sure they're not only healthy, but also safe and taken care of.
I am one of the very few select in high school who opting for a Career choice has been effortless. As a young ,curious minded girl, I have always obtained a passion for medicine and animals. When I stumbled upon the veterinary field I knew exactly what I was going to do. In high school I was introduced to many other career paths such as infectious disease , cardiology, neurology and many more gratifying jobs but none of them involved animals. I desired a job which involved animal conservation as well as medicine. At first, I had a different notion about Zoology. I believed a Zoologist only takes care of animals in Zoo's. It later on in Life came to my knowledge that Zoological medicine is a specialty in veterinary medicine that addresses wildlife
Before even thinking about becoming a veterinarian, they must have an undergraduate education. After completing high school, one must go to college and obtain 45 credits in pre veterinary courses. These courses include anatomy, animal science, biology, chemistry, and zoology. Most students take these sciences for four years. Next the student would need to get a doctorate in veterinary medicine. This can be achieved by enrolling in a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, also known as DVM or VMD, which will take four years to complete. In this course one would learn a variety of different scientific topics. Molecular biology studies the structure and function of molecules, while cellular biology studies the basic structure and function of cells. Basic medical science will be studied by students in DVM, because it works as a stepping stone to move into any career involving medicines. Veterinary medical science teaches the basics in caring for animals and diagnosing them wil typical illnesses or injuries. Students would also learn clinical skills, zoo animal health, and wildlife health. One would study veterinary issues to learn how to deal with emergencies they may encounter. Students learn the importance of food safety when dealing with animals. If an animal were to consume food that they can not have, it could lead to extreme illness or even death. A student would also get to have surgery experience and
Animal experimentation is contentious issue in today’s society that, whether it continue or should stop. Many animals such as monkey undergo painful suffering or even death as a result of scientific research for the sake of humans’ health. Among the animals monkeys are the main victims of the scientists’ experiments because of their human-like characteristics and physical process to humans. Monkeys’ similarities allow the scientists to test effectiveness of the new discovered drugs, food additives, and chemical and even cosmetics products. Although, such medical experimentations had helped scientists to produce vaccines, and medicines that are necessary for elimination of some deceases, but the test had negative medical effect on monkeys.