What does a Veterinary Assistant do?
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What the job involves
- Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
- Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
- Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
- Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
- Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
- Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
- Maintain accurate medical records.
- Communicate with pet owners about their pets' care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
Summed up from 30 recent Veterinary Assistant job postings.
Skills employers ask for
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) 2 in 10 postings
- Long-Term Disability 2 in 10 postings
- Anesthesia 2 in 10 postings
- Pet Care 1 in 10 postings
- Customer Service 1 in 10 postings
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Certifications and licenses
- Licensed Veterinary Technician 5 in 10 postings
- CPR Certification 1 in 20 postings
- Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) in Anesthesia/Analgesia 1 in 35 postings
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine 1 in 50 postings
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Experience asked for
- 1 to 2 years 8 in 10 postings
- 3 to 4 years 2 in 10 postings
- 5 years or more 1 in 10 postings
Typical ask: 1 year.
Education asked for
- High school diploma or GED 5 in 10 postings
- Associate degree 5 in 10 postings
- Bachelor's degree 1 in 50 postings
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Is this role in demand?
3,624 open Veterinary Assistant jobs across the US right now.
Most openings
- California434 open
- Florida346 open
- Texas309 open
- New York184 open
- North Carolina174 open
Typical pay $40,600 a year (most between $37k and $45k). See the full salary breakdown