Veterinarian
Diagnose and treat sick animals.
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What's it like to be a Veterinarian?
Veterinarians diagnose and treat sick animals and provide instructions regarding medication and daily care to pet owners or caretakers. Veterinarians are medical practitioners who conduct insightful interviews with the animal owner for an accurate diagnosis of the animal’s overall health. They are responsible for the upkeep of a clinic, including its operations and procedures. Veterinarians need to be flexible and vastly knowledgeable, especially since their patients cannot verbalise their conditions. Depending on the Veterinarian’s specialisation or location, working hours tend to be very long.
Tasks and duties
- Performing diagnostic and ultrasound examinations.
- Providing technical assistance and investigating complaints regarding animal safety management or health issues.
- Dressing and treating wounds and doing surgery whenever necessary.
- Following up on an animal's recovery.
- Liaising with government bodies, such as agriculture and fishery.
- Euthanising patients.
- Collating and maintaining the records of patients.
- Keeping up to date with recent technological advancements to improve the quality of procedures.
How to become a Veterinarian
To become a Veterinarian, you need to complete formal education that can last up to five years. Completing prerequisite courses in maths and sciences in high school may be beneficial.
- Complete a pre-university qualification or the SKM Level 3. Other requirements may vary depending on the university.
- Pursue a degree in veterinary science. Here, you will take courses such as animal anatomy, animal biochemistry, animal diseases, animal nutrition, and general surgery. You will also be required to participate in practical training.
- Apply to be a registered veterinary surgeon with the Malaysian Veterinary Council. You will also need to apply for the Annual Practicing Certificate so you can be eligible for the workforce in Malaysia.
- After these certifications, you can look for employment and practise in zoos, wildlife sanctuaries, livestock farms and vet clinics.
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