Veterinary Technician Jobs in Concord, CA

A Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, providing essential support to veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals with various health issues. They are responsible for performing a variety of procedures, such as drawing blood, administering medication, preparing animals and equipment for surgery, and assisting during surgical procedures. Veterinary Technicians also conduct laboratory tests and interpret the results, monitor anesthesia and recovery, and educate pet owners on pet care and health issues. They work in a range of settings, including veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, and zoos.

Before becoming a Veterinary Technician, a person may work as a veterinary assistant, animal caretaker, or kennel attendant. To qualify as a Veterinary Technician, one must possess an associate's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited institution. Some regions require Veterinary Technicians to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) to become licensed or certified. Additionally, they should have strong technical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine love for animals. They should also be capable of handling stressful situations and making quick decisions in emergency situations.

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The Grand Lake Veterinary Hospital

Head RVT

Surgical Preparation Animal Restraint Patient Recovery Small Animal Care Client Education Anesthesia Monitoring Surgical Monitoring Leadership & Training Can discern minor errors from major infractions...

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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Russian Hill

  • Modern Animal
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Technician License Have 2+ years of experience as a tech or in a related role Bring strong GP or dental experience-or a passion to grow into it Communicate with empathy and act with integrity Want...

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Veterinary Services/Animal Technician

  • Axelon Services Corporation
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 1 day ago

or high school graduation and two years of animal care experience in the care of an animal species appropriate to the particular job....

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Registered Veterinary Technician, Neurology

  • Ethos Veterinary Health
  • Concord, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Concord, CA
  • 5 days ago

technician experience (specialty, ER, ICU, or anesthesia preferred) Strong background in anesthesia monitoring and highrisk patients Confident in drug calculations, patient monitoring, and multitasking...

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Registered Veterinary Technician, Critical Care

  • Ethos Veterinary Health
  • Concord, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Concord, CA
  • 6 days ago

Registered Veterinary Technician, Critical Care Swing Shift Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Critical Care / CCU SAGE Veterinary Centers - Concord Pay: $30-$40/hour (based on experience) Differentials...

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Registered Veterinary Technician - Berkeley Dog & Cat Hospital

  • PetVet Care Centers
  • Berkeley, CA (14 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (14 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 7 days ago

PetVet Care Centers' Berkeley Dog & Cat Hospital is currently seeking Registered Veterinary Technician to join their team!...

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Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine

  • Ethos Veterinary Health
  • Dublin, CA (17 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Dublin, CA (17 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Valid and current Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California....

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Veterinary Technician

  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (16 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 11 days ago

VCA Broadway Animal Hospital is adding an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to our team....

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Veterinary Technician

  • VCA Animal Hospital
  • Concord, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Concord, CA
  • 14 days ago

VCA Monte Vista Animal Hospital is adding an experienced Veterinary Technician to our team....

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Registered Veterinary Technician - Campus Veterinary Clinic

  • Campus Veterinary Clinic
  • Berkeley, CA (14 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (14 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Registered Veterinary Technician- Campus Veterinary Clinic!...

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Lead Registered Veterinary Technician - Campus Veterinary Clinic

  • Campus Veterinary Clinic
  • Berkeley, CA (14 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (14 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 18 days ago

prophylaxis with radiographs Skilled in IV Catheter placement, urinary catheter placement, applying casts, bandages and splints General nursing care including fluid therapy, vital monitoring, pain...

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Veterinary Technician Lead Dental Specialty

  • VCA Animal Hospital
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (6 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 18 days ago

VCA Encina Veterinary Medical Center is adding a Registered Veterinary Technician Lead role to our Specialty Dental Team....

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Senior Animal Care Technician

  • Altos Labs
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 19 days ago

You will help maintain a clean, compliant, and inspectionready facility through meticulous animal care, accurate documentation, and adherence to IACUC protocols and SOPs....

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Animal Care Technician I

  • Charles River Laboratories
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Job Overview We are seeking an Animal Care Technician I to join our Insourcing Solutions team, located in South San Francisco, CA....

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Lead Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery

  • Ethos Veterinary Health
  • Dublin, CA (17 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Dublin, CA (17 miles from Concord, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Clinical Duties: Provide hands-on nursing care including triage, anesthesia monitoring, medication administration, and client communication....

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Demographic Data for Concord, CA

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Veterinary Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Antimicrobial Stewardship in Veterinary Practice
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Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession
The COVID-19 pandemic means that many potential vet students cannot undertake animal handling work experience. On this course, youll get insight into the reality of life as a vet so that you can...
Essentials of Veterinary Physiotherapy
This course aims to provide an overview of the benefits of veterinary physical therapy for animals' health and well-being. First, it introduces the fundamentals of veterinary physiotherapy and its...

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Concord, CA

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Concord, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.8%
Associate's Degree
27.6%
High School or GED
19.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in Concord, CA
Less than 1 year
50.3%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
10.4%
4-6 years
1.6%


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