What does a Veterinarian do?
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What the job involves
- Examine animals to diagnose illnesses and injuries.
- Perform surgery and dental procedures on animals.
- Prescribe medication and provide treatment plans.
- Educate pet owners on preventative care and health.
- Maintain accurate medical records for all patients.
- Collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff.
- Manage appointments and handle emergency cases.
Summed up from 30 recent Veterinarian job postings.
Skills employers ask for
- Preventive Care 2 in 10 postings
- Ultrasound 2 in 10 postings
- Veterinary Surgery 2 in 10 postings
- Small Animal Medicine 1 in 10 postings
- Surgery 1 in 10 postings
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Certifications and licenses
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 4 in 10 postings
- Veterinary License 2 in 10 postings
- Licensed Veterinary Technician 1 in 10 postings
- DEA License 1 in 15 postings
- Active State License 1 in 15 postings
- Driver's License 1 in 25 postings
- State License 1 in 40 postings
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Education asked for
- Associate degree 1 in 60 postings
- Bachelor's degree 1 in 15 postings
- Master's degree 1 in 175 postings
- Doctorate 9 in 10 postings
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Is this role in demand?
5,474 open Veterinarian jobs across the US right now.
Most openings
- California608 open
- Florida532 open
- Texas520 open
- New York301 open
- North Carolina237 open
Typical pay $138,400 a year (most between $130k and $162k). See the full salary breakdown