Private Licensure Veterinary Nurse
Veterinary assistant! I am a hard worker and love animals and people! This job is suitable for people who can say "I love animals and people!
Basic knowledge is acquired at technical schools.
Veterinary hospitals also have people whose job is similar to that of nurses in human hospitals. They are generally called "veterinary nurses," but there are many other names for them, such as "AHT (animal health technician)," "VT (veterinary technician)," and "ANT (animal nurse technician). Since the job is still in its infancy, different organizations that sponsor certifications have different ways of naming them.
It is not absolutely necessary to be certified to work as a veterinary nurse. But it is better to acquire the knowledge necessary for the job in a veterinary school. After graduating from high school or college, students attend a technical school for about two years to learn about animal ecology and nursing. The sense is that the certification is something you get as a result of that study."
It is only after you get a job that you need to be enthusiastic!
After graduating from a technical school, I got a job at a veterinary hospital. First, it is hard to get used to working there. A veterinary nurse's job is not limited to assisting with medical examinations. There is a lot to do, such as preparing for surgeries, caring for hospitalized animals, sorting medicines, organizing medical records, reception, answering phones, cleaning, and doing laundry ....... It's a very busy job, but the pay is not great. Many active veterinary nurses say, "It's a difficult job if you just like animals.
It is not an easy job. Still, there are many veterinary nurses who say, "It's very rewarding and interesting! There are many veterinary nurses who say, "It's challenging and interesting! They all "love animals" and at the same time are very attentive to pet owners. I hope that those who aspire to this job will become veterinary nurses who love both animals and people.
Chart until
| Finished school | Go to the veterinary clinic and listen to the current veterinary nurses. |
|---|---|
| Enrollment in Vocational School | Study hard for two years. |
| (Qualified) | Different organizations have different qualification systems. Some organizations require work experience. |
| Worked at a veterinary hospital | These days, it is easier to get a job after graduating from a vocational school. That is how much specialized knowledge and skills are required. *The process to become a veterinary nurse differs from organization to organization. Please check on their websites. |
contact information (for inquiries) (e.g. corporate phone number)
一般社団法人日本小動物獣医師会
〒105-0004
東京都港区新橋5丁目12番2号 鴻盟社ビル五階
Tel 03-5843-7548
Fax 03-5843-7549
