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Veterinary Technician

Overview

Veterinary technicians are animal care experts who work with veterinarians to run laboratory tests and meet animal welfare needs.

Description

  • Track animal behaviour and monitor health status during treatment.
  • Administer needed treatment and first aid procedures.
  • Engage in sample collection and conduct required testing and analysis.
  • Assist veterinarians in surgery through animal and equipment preparation.
  • Groom animals and ensure upkeep of overall welfare and comfort.

Entry requirements

  • You'll typically need a Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Veterinary Technology. Temasek Polytechnic offers the only local Diploma in Veterinary Technology.
  • Learn about Singapore's veterinary scene through Animal Veterinary Service and Singapore Veterinary Association!

Salary

$3,000 – 5,400

/mo

Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.

Trivia

The job is dynamic - dealing with different animals and new situations daily means no two days are the same. It may also be stressful during emergencies.

What to expect

You'll have varied days with animals and emergencies - exciting yet stressful. Be ready to handle all animal types and communicate well with pet owners.

Soft
skills

Communication

Ability to explain complex information effectively to pet owners and team members.

Resource Management

Able to allocate and use clinic resources efficiently.

Service Orientation

Strong sense of dedication to exceptional care and client service.

Animal Handling Skills

Knowledge of handling different animal species safely and calmly.

Veterinary Technologies

Familiarity with modern veterinary equipment and medical tools.

Animal behaviour

Ability to understand and respond to different animal behaviours.

Hard
skills

Frequently asked questions

Their roles are similar, but technicians usually work in vet clinics while technologists work in research labs. Technicians typically need an Associate's Degree, whereas technologists require a Bachelor's Degree.

No, while many work in animal clinics, they're also needed in research laboratories to handle and care for lab animals.

They keep animals calm by always handling them gently, before providing necessary medical care.

They discuss findings with the veterinarian, and if abuse is confirmed, they contact local authorities.

Yes, they administer and maintain anaesthesia, perform dental cleanings, and monitor vital signs of anaesthetised animals during procedures.