Veterinary Technician Jobs in Northridge, 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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ASPCA

Registered Veterinary Technician, Mobile Veterinary Services

  • ASPCA
  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • ASPCA
  • Los Angeles, CA (24 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 5 days ago

experience preferred, • Must have current California State Veterinary Technician License (or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment) Registered Veterinary Technician - Other Language: English...

Veterinary Technician

  • Oak Park, CA (12 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Park, CA (12 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for a dynamic veterinary technician with experience in blood draw/catheter placement, radiology, ultrasound, surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring/drug delivering, laboratory procedures...

Value Vet

Veterinary Technican / RVT

  • Value Vet
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Value Vet
  • Los Angeles, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 11 days ago

What we're looking for: Registered Veterinary Technician with 1-2 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital setting....

Exotics Registered Veterinary Technician

  • Agoura Hills, CA (13 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Agoura Hills, CA (13 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

prophy and radiographs IV Catheter placement IV/IM injections Join Our Team - Where Passion Meets Purpose!...

Veterinary Technician

  • Burbank, CA (14 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Burbank, CA (14 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Venipuncture Catheter placement Radiology Anesthesia monitoring Physical examinations and patient assessment Surgical preparation...

Vivarium Support Technician California State University, Northridge

  • Northridge, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Northridge, CA
  • 1 day ago

Master's degree in Biology or 2+ years of lab animal care or zoological institution (or similar) husbandry experience is highly desirable....

Animal Care Technician I

  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sylmar, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Care International (AAALAC), and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)....

Vivarium Support Technician

  • Northridge, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Northridge, CA
  • 2 days ago

Master's degree in Biology or 2+ years of lab animal care or zoological institution (or similar) husbandry experience is highly desirable....

Veterinary Technician Supervisor

  • Glendale, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 3 days ago

VCA Arden Animal Hospital is hiring an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician Supervisor to help oversee clinic operations and lead our team of Veterinary Technicians, & Veterinary Assistants....

Veterinary Technician

  • Marina del Rey, CA (19 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Marina del Rey, CA (19 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 5 days ago

technicians (LVT's)....

Facility Technician

  • Culver City, CA (18 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Culver City, CA (18 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 7 days ago

ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital Los Angeles is seeking a Facilities Technician to join our growing team! Job Summary: In the facilities role, you can expect to perform a variety of essential...

Veterinary Technician - Overnight Relief

  • South Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • South Pasadena, CA (24 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 7 days ago

VCA TLC is seeking an energetic and experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our Rock Star team for overnight relief....

Veterinary Technician Student Externship - Santa Monica, CA

  • Santa Monica, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (15 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 10 days ago

ABOUT THE EXTERNSHIP VEG's Veterinary Technician Student Externship Program gives vet tech students hands-on experience in emergency medicine while working alongside our credentialed, emergency veterinary...

Veterinary Technician

  • Westlake Village, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Westlake Village, CA (16 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Full job description terms and conditions apply #registered vet technician (RVT) #licensed veterinary technician (LVT) #veterinary technician specialists (VTS) #certified veterinary technician (CVT)...

Veterinary Technician Overnight

  • Granada Hills, CA (4 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Granada Hills, CA (4 miles from Northridge, CA)
  • 13 days ago

What we're looking for: Experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency department. Schedule : Saturday & Sundays from 12am to 8am....

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Northridge, CA

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Northridge, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.2%
Associate's Degree
27.4%
High School or GED
20.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in Northridge, 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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