10/18/2026
Happy National Veterinary Technician Week! 💙🐾
You've probably met a vet tech at your cat's appointment, but do you know what they actually do? Spoiler: a LOT.
A Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) is a credentialed medical professional who has graduated from an accredited veterinary technology program and passed state and national board exams. They also complete continuing education courses to maintain that licensure throughout their careers. Think of them as the nurses of the veterinary world, but with a few extra jobs thrown in.
What do vet techs do? Deep breath…
💉 Draw blood, place IV catheters, and give injections and medications
😴 Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia
🔪 Prep patients and assist veterinarians in surgery
🦷 Perform dental cleanings and take dental X-rays
📸 Take radiographs (X-rays)
🔬 Run lab work: bloodwork, urinalysis, f***l tests, cytology, and more
🩺 Take vitals, triage patients, and monitor hospitalized care
🩹 Clean and bandage wounds and provide post-op care
📚 Teach clients how to give meds, manage chronic conditions, and care for their cats at home
❤️ Comfort patients and families through hard days, including end-of-life care
Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT), Veterinary Technicians (VT) and Veterinary Assistants (VA) are absolutely the backbone of every veterinary hospital and clinic. They do skilled, physically and emotionally demanding work, often behind the scenes.
Happy National Vet Tech Week!
