Veterinary Technician Jobs in Ijamsville, MD

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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Registered Veterinary Technician

  • Village Vet of Urbana
  • Ijamsville, MD
  • 8 days ago
  • Ijamsville, MD
  • 8 days ago

What You'll Bring to the Team Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program. A current state veterinary technician license in good standing....

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Registered Veterinary Technician Village Vet of Urbana

  • Mission Pet Health
  • Ijamsville, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Ijamsville, MD
  • 5 days ago

What You'll Bring to the Team Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program. A current state veterinary technician license in good standing....

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Animal Care Technician - Best Friends Pet Hotel

  • Best Friends Pet Care
  • Gaithersburg, MD (15 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (15 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Gaithersburg, MD 20878Position Type: Part TimeEducation Level: NoneSalary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayJob Category: General LaborOur Animal Care Technicians...

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Veterinary Technician - Oncology

  • BluePearl
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 11 days ago

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Rockville, MD is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our Oncology team!...

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Veterinary Technician - Overnight

  • BluePearl Vet, LLC
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Shift Differential As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you will: Induce, monitor and recover anesthesia in patients and use anesthesia/monitoring equipment....

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Animal Health Technician

  • System One
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 16 days ago

Job Title: Animal Health Technician Location: Rockville, MD Hours/Schedule: Monday Friday, standard business hours Compensation: $20.00-$28.00/hour Type: Contract Overview A leading preclinical...

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Animal Health Tech

  • System One
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 19 days ago

Job Title: Animal Health Technician Location: Rockville, MD Hours/Schedule: Monday Friday, standard business hours Compensation: $20.00-$28.00/hour Type: Contract Overview A leading preclinical...

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Registered Veterinary Technician - Dermatology

  • Thrive Pet Healthcare
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 19 days ago

Description Dermatology for Animals is looking for full-time Registered Veterinary Technicians to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community in Rockville, MD....

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Veterinary Technician - Emergency

  • Thrive Pet Healthcare
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 20 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 20 days ago

Description Veterinary Technician - Emergency Full-Time, 12-hour Shifts Morning Shift Rockville, MD Metropolitan Animal Emergency and Specialty Center is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join...

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Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician - Veterinary Referral Associates

  • PetVet Care Centers
  • Gaithersburg, MD (15 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 22 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (15 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 22 days ago

**Signing Bonus Available for qualified applicant ** PetVet Care Centers' Veterinary Referral Associates is currently seeking an Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician to join their team....

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Veterinary Technician

  • Charles River Laboratories
  • Poolesville, MD (16 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 24 days ago
  • Poolesville, MD (16 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 24 days ago

Communicate with animal care staff, co-workers, veterinary staff, supervisors, PI, and collaborators....

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Registered Veterinary Technician

  • Banfield Pet Hospital
  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, MD (24 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) This posting will remain open for a minimum of two weeks from the position posted date....

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Lead Veterinary Technician - Emergency

  • Thrive Pet Healthcare
  • Frederick, MD (8 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Frederick, MD (8 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Description CARE Veterinary Center is looking for a full-time Lead Veterinary Technician to join our Overnight Emergency team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community in Frederick, MD. $1,000...

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Laboratory Animal Care Technician

  • Inotiv
  • Frederick, MD (8 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Frederick, MD (8 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking an Animal Care Technician to join our dynamic team!...

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Relief Veterinary Technician

  • BluePearl Vet, LLC
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Ijamsville, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Rockville, MD is seeking a skilled Relief Veterinary Technician to join our exceptional Emergency team!...

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Demographic Data for Ijamsville, MD

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Ijamsville, MD

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Ijamsville, MD 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 Ijamsville, MD
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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