29-2056.00

Veterinary Technologists and Technicians

Perform medical tests in a laboratory environment for use in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases in animals. Prepare vaccines and serums for prevention of diseases. Prepare tissue samples, take blood samples, and execute laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood counts. Clean and sterilize instruments and materials and maintain equipment and machines. May assist a veterinarian during surgery.

1.7OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

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Safer than 11% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 3% probability of automation for this role
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11%
of jobs safer
911
jobs riskier than this
+9.1%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Human-Centric

This occupation relies heavily on human judgment, empathy, creativity, or physical dexterity that remains beyond current AI capabilities.

Veterinary Technologists and Technicians perform hands-on clinical support—anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, specimen collection, patient restraint—that AI cannot replicate in the physical sense. AI is improving veterinary diagnostic tools (Vet-AI, diagnostic imaging AI), but the technician's role in direct animal care and physical procedures is resilient. Through 2027, workforce shortages in veterinary technology are more acute than any AI displacement pressure; demand is growing significantly.

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Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$45,980
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+9.1%
Faster than average
Education Required
Associate's degree
Job Zone 3 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (2)
Mixed
Active Listening75%
Speaking72%
Service Orientation70%
Coordination68%
Time Management65%

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