We surveyed 619 veterinarians to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical veterinarian. Here are the results.
Can I learn to become a veterinarian?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a veterinarian typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a veterinarian?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically quite difficult to find a job as a veterinarian. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for veterinarians.
Do veterinarians work full-time or part-time?
79% of veterinarians work in full-time roles while 21% work part-time.
Is being a veterinarian stressful?
Low
High
Stress is very commonplace for veterinarians, contributing negatively towards career satisfaction.
Is being organized important as a veterinarian?
Low
High
Organization is not considered a particularly important part of being a veterinarian.
How competitive is the workplace for veterinarians?
Low
High
Veterinarians see mild competition in their workplace.
Does being a veterinarian require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?
Low
High
Veterinarians will have to sometimes face time pressure on the job.
Are veterinarians allowed to express themselves creatively?
Low
High
Veterinarians are afforded a certain level of ability to express themselves creatively, compared to other careers.
Do veterinarians have control over the direction of their work?
Low
High
While sometimes the direction is set, occasionally veterinarians will have some flexibility over the direction of their work.
Is being a veterinarian physically demanding?
Low
High
Being a veterinarian may occasionally require demanding physical activity, which may make it not a suitable career choice for everyone.
Are veterinarians exposed to a wide variety of work?
Low
High
Veterinarians tend to have a monotonous work routine, with little variety in their day-to-day tasks.
Does being a veterinarian require attention to detail?
Low
High
Attention to detail isn't necessarily required to be successful as a veterinarian.
Does being a good veterinarian require compassion and empathy?
Low
High
Strong compassion and empathy are critical to success as a veterinarian.