VTEC 1100 - Veterinary Technology Procedures

Differentiate common behavioral problems in the dog & cat and examine the role a veterinary technician can play in assisting owners with possible solutions.

Discuss various methods of delivery of veterinary services and the career opportunities available to veterinary technicians, engage in a career seeking activity, and utilize professional interpersonal and public relations skills in class.

Demonstrate the ability to obtain a patient history while interacting professionally with clients, record medical information accurately and in the proper format, and determine subjective and objective patient data that will allow accurate evaluation of the patient’s physical status with minimum stress and maximum safety.

Be able to demonstrate how to schedule appointments, admit, discharge and triage according to client, patient and facility needs through phone and in-person contact, and properly perform basic veterinary office procedures.

Explain the concept of the Human-Animal Bond and describe various veterinary professional medical records applications.

Explain and employ sanitation and OSHA protocols appropriate for all areas of a veterinary facility, demonstrate knowledge of basic kennel management techniques and USDA regulations pertaining to animal use and care, and discuss guidelines for recording and reporting injuries

Be able to apply proper restraint techniques, explain and demonstrate the use of basic restraint aids, name terms and equipment used in a basic physical examination

Identify breed, gender, color and other identifying characteristics, as well as body language and behaviors, specific to each of the common domestic animal species.