Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Health Professions
 
Board
Board of Veterinary Medicine
 
chapter
Regulations Governing the Practice of Veterinary Medicine [18 VAC 150 ‑ 20]
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5/18/17  9:42 am
Commenter: Elena Cruz Vet Tech (license pending)

Opposes IVC placement by vet assistants
 

We work hard to get through the veterinary technician program and pass our VTNEs. An unlicensed person shouldn't be performing these actions unless they are in school to become a vet tech. Placing IV catheters is a rather complex process and while it could be taught by other staff members I believe it is best to have that education behind you in case something goes wrong.

 

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