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WE ARE LEADERS AND ADVOCATES FOR PROFESSIONAL ANIMAL HEALTH CARE.

The Animal Health Technologist (AHT) is a college graduate who has trained to be a paraprofessional in the field of veterinary medicine. This individual works under the supervision of a veterinarian in many types of work settings, such as private practice, research, wildlife facilities, zoos, veterinary laboratories, government-regulated health of animals, feedlots as well as some areas related to human health.

Animal Health Technologists work with a wide variety of species, including small animals such as dogs and cats; large animals such as horses, cattle, and other farm animals; laboratory animals such as rats, mice, guinea pigs; and exotics such as birds, monkeys, snakes and other reptiles.

The Animal Health Technologist can be compared to a nurse, paramedic, medical laboratory technologist, anesthesiologist, radiology technologist and medical receptionist in human medicine. AHT's are trained in all of these areas to enhance patient care and improve the human-animal bond. Broadly speaking, the Animal Health Technologist can perform many procedures, except in the areas of diagnosis, surgery and prescription of medications, which can only be performed by a licensed Veterinarian.

Where can an AHT find work?

Veterinary Practices (small animal, food animal, equine)
Feedlots/Ranches/Dairy Farm (herd health)
Wildlife Parks
Wildlife Rehabilitation Centers
Animal Shelters
Zoos
Research Facilities
Government Veterinary Laboratories
Veterinary Pharmaceutical Sales
Pet Food Sales
Teaching

AHTA of BC office hours.

The office hours are Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Tel: 250-319-0027

Fax:1-866-319-1929

Safety Handbook available for purchase

Safety Handbook for British Columbia Veterinary Hospitals

For Sustained Membership option update, please view decision under Registration, CE Requirement