Veterinarian
Comprehensive Sites
Bureau of Labor Statistics: VeterinarianCreated by the U.S. Department of Labor, this career profile introduces you to the training, work qualifications, employment data, and job outlook for veterinarians, including advancement and salaries according to types of animal treated. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to find links to important professional organizations in the field, or click on detailed earnings data and learn more about this career in animal health.
National Institutes of Health: LifeWorks, VeterinarianClick on the tabs at the top of this page to learn about job activities, needed education, skill and interests, and more information on becoming a veterinarian. You will find recommended high school courses, licensing information, and other sources of information that are important if you are considering this career. Details on accredited programs are also provided as a service of the National Institutes of Health Science Works program.
Princeton Review: VeterinarianFind out about the medical services that veterinarians provide to animals at this comprehensive career description. Links at the left of the page will take you to further information on salary, job outlook, what to expect after several years in the field, education, and internship information.
Occupational Titles
Veterinarian
Animal Doctor
Animal Medicine Veterinarian
Animal Pathologist
Animal Physiologist
Animal Surgeon
D.V.M.
Doctor Of Veterinary Medicine
Epidemiologist, Veterinarian
Equine Vet (Equine Veterinarian)
Poultry Pathologist
Public Health Veterinarian
Veterinary Epidemiologist
Veterinary Laboratory Diagnostician
Veterinary Livestock Inspector
Veterinary Meat-Inspector
Veterinary Microbiologist
Veterinary Parasitologist
Veterinary Pathologist
Veterinary Pharmacologist
Veterinary Physiologist
Veterinary Radiologist
Veterinary Surgeon
Accredited Academic Programs
Association of American Veterinary Medical CollegesLearn all about applying to veterinary school from this site, which also discusses jobs in veterinary medicine and has a universal vet school web application. The newsroom will bring you to the latest press releases of the organization.
Princeton Review: College Majors, VeterinarianSeveral college majors may be appropriate as precursors to a career as a veterinarian. Find a list of them at this site, click on your selections, and be taken to contact information and websites for schools and programs you are interested in.
Salary Levels
PayScale: VeterinarianThe median salary by years of experience as a veterinarian is shown at the graph at this site. If you scroll down, you will find median salary by employer type, or find links to related information on salary by education, gender, and other categories.
Professional Organizations
American Veterinary Medical AssociationDivisions at this site are geared towards members and the public, and a host of resources on animal welfare and the job of a veterinarian are found here. Learn about veterinary career toolkits offered by the organization, and take advantage of their news presentations on animal welfare, ethics, medications, and food safety in pets. The student section leads you to student chapter information, a brochure for students, and a student issues discussion group for student members.
Veterinary and Animal Science OrganizationsThis link from the American Veterinary Medical Association collects an A to Z list of contacts in veterinary and animal science, including the American Humane Association, Animal Behavior Society, and United States Animal Health Association.
Licensing & Certification
American Association of Veterinary State BoardsFrom this page, access the dropdown menu, and you will see contact information for all regulatory agencies, licensing requirements for veterinarians, and credentialing requirements.
Job Opportunity Sources
Indeed.com: VeterinarianThousands of veterinarian positions around the U.S. are collected at this database, which actually hosts numerous other job repositories. Listings are also collected from private employers.
Publications
DVM NewsKnown as the voice of veterinary news, this online journal provides veterinary healthcare communications in a current issue, special topics, and departments for every animal type. You can find a link to several additional journals in the field of veterinary medicine.
Journals of the AVMARead about the professional journals of the American Veterinary Medical Association, including the American Journal of Veterinary Research. The online versions offer you access to tables of contents of the current issues.
Online Forums & Blogs
Student Doctor Network Forum: Pre-Veterinary and VeterinaryThe do’s and don’ts of applying to veterinary school, getting in, and other questions about programs and admission are discussed at this forum of the Student Doctor Network. Search the posts for answers to your questions, look at blogs, or ask your own question after registering. The veterinary forum is for current DVM students and graduates and also offers guidelines for students and practice.
Career Videos
YouTube: Veterinarian Job DescriptionFind out more about how vets treat and diagnose disease in small and large animals. Other positions as veterinarians and government agency specialists are discussed, as well as places that need to follow sanitary regulations. If you want to learn more about the rewards and risks of this job, the education required, and the competitive admission process.
