According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of veterinary technologists and technicians is expected to grow 36 percent from 2008 to 2018. Click here to learn more.
If you love animals, a veterinary surgical technician just might be the job of your dreams. Although a veterinary surgical technician’s job can be stressful, it’s also highly rewarding, knowing you’re actively involved in life-saving procedures. Salary The average salary for a surgical veterinary technician is $39,000 but will vary with location and size of […]
Salary source: Indeed A Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Technician’s median income is $38,000, a 10%+ increase over the median salaries of non-specialized vet techs. Job Description & Duties A Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Technician works in emergency and critical care cases, in which the patient has an urgent medical problem or crisis. These […]
Veterinary Technician/Kennel Manager Down Maine Veterinary Clinic – Sanford, ME 04090 Busy, three-doctor small animal clinic in Southern Maine is seeking a compassionate, organized, motivated and mature individual with excellent managerial skills to serve as a full-time veterinary technician/kennel manager. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, 401k retirement plan as well as a generous pet […]
Working as a Zoo Veterinary Technician Do you love working with animals? Does the idea of caring for the exotic animals at zoos interest you? If so, a career as a zoo veterinary technician could be for you. These professionals design treatment plans for sick animals, assist with diagnoses and participate in surgical procedures. Continue […]
A veterinary tech anesthesiologist / anesthetist is someone who administers anesthesia to animals who are going to have surgery. They have many responsibilities and must have years of training before they can be recognized by the Academy of Veterinary Technician Anesthetists (AVTA). Their job outlook for the future is positive, and their salary depends on […]
Certification Yes, there is a BIG difference between vet techs and vet assistants. Vet techs need to pass the Veterinary Technician National Exam and get certified in their respective states. Fully certified veterinary technicians carry the following formal job titles depending on their state: RVT, LVT or CVT. Vet assistants DO NOT need to pass […]
Town & Country Animal Hospital New Boston, NH 03070 Thirty-thirty hours per week. Vet tech needed for companion animal hospital. We are located approximately 20 minutes west of Manchester in a rural, small town setting. Experience preferred. Duties depend on experience and we are willing to train the right individual. If experienced, duties include surgical […]
Typically, entry-level veterinary technician positions require at minimum a two-year associate degree. There are more than 100 schools accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (see: What is the AVMA?) where interested individuals can prepare for this exciting and rewarding career choice. In these programs, courses are taught in clinical and laboratory settings using live […]
If you are a lifelong animal lover, who really cares about your pet, maybe you should consider taking that level of loving attention to the professional arena by becoming a veterinary technician. This is an exciting profession that the U.S. Department of Labor reports is heavily in demand through the next decade. Plus, you can […]
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (see: What is the AVMA?), a “veterinary technician is an integral member of the veterinary health care team.” (1) What does veterinary technician really mean? Duties This is someone trained in the care of animals who performs clinical work under the supervision of a veterinarian in private practice […]