Animal technician | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Animal technicians look after animals in laboratories.

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Care for and monitor the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
Maintain controlled drug inventory and related log books.
Administer anesthesia to animals, under the direction of a veterinarian, and monitor animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
Restrain animals during exams or procedures.
Administer emergency first

Care for and monitor the condition of animals recovering from surgery.
Maintain controlled drug inventory and related log books.
Administer anesthesia to animals, under the direction of a veterinarian, and monitor animals' responses to anesthetics so that dosages can be adjusted.
Restrain animals during exams or procedures.
Administer emergency first aid, such as performing emergency resuscitation or other life saving procedures.
Observe the behavior and condition of animals and monitor their clinical symptoms.
Perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, or feces, such as urinalyses or blood counts, to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
Prepare and administer medications, vaccines, serums, or treatments, as prescribed by veterinarians.
Clean and sterilize instruments, equipment, or materials.
Collect, prepare, and label samples for laboratory testing, culture, or microscopic examination.
Prepare animals for surgery, performing such tasks as shaving surgical areas.
Discuss medical health of pets with clients, such as post-operative status.
Fill prescriptions, measuring medications and labeling containers.
Take animals into treatment areas and assist with physical examinations by performing such duties as obtaining temperature, pulse, or respiration data.
Maintain laboratory, research, or treatment records, as well as inventories of pharmaceuticals, equipment, or supplies.
Take and develop diagnostic radiographs, using x-ray equipment.
Prepare treatment rooms for surgery.
Provide veterinarians with the correct equipment or instruments, as needed.
Perform dental work, such as cleaning, polishing, or extracting teeth.
Clean kennels, animal holding areas, surgery suites, examination rooms, or animal loading or unloading facilities to control the spread of disease.
Schedule appointments and procedures for animals.
Provide information or counseling regarding issues such as animal health care, behavior problems, or nutrition.
Dress and suture wounds and apply splints or other protective devices.
Maintain instruments, equipment, or machinery to ensure proper working condition.
Give enemas and perform catheterizations, ear flushes, intravenous feedings, or gavages.
Provide assistance with animal euthanasia and the disposal of remains.
Supervise or train veterinary students or other staff members.
Monitor medical supplies and place orders when inventory is low.
Perform a variety of office, clerical, or accounting duties, such as reception, billing, bookkeeping, or selling products.
Bathe animals, clip nails or claws, and brush or cut animals' hair.
Conduct specialized procedures, such as animal branding or tattooing or hoof trimming.

Average salary
22,036 GBP *
per year

Average salary for Animal technician

24,681 GBP
20,807 GBP

Average salary for part-time Animal technician

Average salary for full-time Animal technician

Showing:

8,853 GBP
8,630 GBP
9,659 GBP

22,036 GBP
20,807 GBP
24,681 GBP

Salary over time for Animal technician

Salary for this role has increased over time

19,043 GBP
18,666 GBP
17,030 GBP
18,681 GBP
20,568 GBP
21,682 GBP
22,036 GBP
20,833 GBP

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Future outlook for Animal technicians

Very good outlook

27 000+ jobs available

Balanced outlook

1% yearly wage growth (on average)

Balanced outlook

55% chance of automation in the future

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Animal technician and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

68% of people in this role have a Diploma of Higher Education or equivalent
12% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
11% of people in this role have a post-secondary qualification such as a Higher National Diploma

You could do a Level 3 Diploma in:

animal care
animal studies
applied science
animal management

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What soft skills do I need?

Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Animal technician.

Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents

Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively

Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action

What technical skills do I need?

Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Animal technician. Check that you know:

Data base user interface and query software FileMaker Pro; Microsoft Access

Electronic mail software Microsoft Outlook

Medical software Animal Intelligence Software Animal Intelligence; McAllister Software Systems AVImark; Veterinary practice management software PMS

Office suite software Microsoft Office

Spreadsheet software Microsoft Excel

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Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

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Animal technician | Average UK Salary & Outlook

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