Veterinary Technician Jobs in Northborough, MA

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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Veterinary Team Members

  • Pepperell, MA (23 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pepperell, MA (23 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Experienced Veterinary Technician/Assistant We're looking for a skilled technician or assistant with surgical prep and assisting experience....

Advanced Veterinary Specialty Center

Veterinary Technician ( specialty ) CVT and Reception

Required Experience: Certification and/or at two years of veterinary technician or tech assistance experience (preferably in a specialty field) is required....

Veterinary Technician

  • Billerica, MA (24 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Billerica, MA (24 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 10 hours ago

Our ideal candidate is passionate about animal care, highly motivated, and pays attention to detail....

Large Animal Veterinary Technician III - Sports Medicine

  • Grafton, MA (9 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Grafton, MA (9 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Contribute to teaching and mentoring clinical rotation students and veterinary technician students....

Veterinary Technician - Chestnut Hill

  • Newton, MA (23 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Newton, MA (23 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

You Have: 1+ years experience as a veterinary technician....

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Littleton, MA (16 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Littleton, MA (16 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners....

Veterinary Technician

  • Littleton, MA (16 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Littleton, MA (16 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners....

Veterinary Technician - Large Animal Hospital

  • North Grafton, MA (7 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Grafton, MA (7 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Contribute to the teaching and instruction of Clinical Rotation students and Veterinary Technician students....

Veterinary Technician

  • Needham, MA (20 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Needham, MA (20 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 5 days ago

The Veterinary Technician represents the mission and values to all clients and partners....

Veterinary Technician - Large Animal Hospital Tufts University

  • Grafton, MA (9 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Grafton, MA (9 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Essential Functions Veterinary Technician (Large Animal) Overall observation of all LA patients. Perform treatments....

Medical Laboratory Technician, 3rd Shift NORTH GRAFTON, MA

  • Grafton, MA (9 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Grafton, MA (9 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 11 days ago

It is not required to work in our lab, but if you were a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT), this experience and education would be a plus....

Medical Laboratory Technician, 3rd Shift NORTH GRAFTON, MA

  • North Grafton, MA (7 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • North Grafton, MA (7 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 12 days ago

It is not required to work in our lab, but if you were a Veterinary Technician (RVT, LVT, CVT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT or MT), this experience and education would be a plus....

Animal Care Technician I

  • Shrewsbury, MA (4 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA (4 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 12 days ago

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant...

Veterinary Technician

  • Framingham, MA (10 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (10 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 12 days ago

The team at Slade Veterinary Hospital, Inc. is a dedicated and highly skilled group of animal care experts....

Veterinary Technician Assistant I

  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (9 miles from Northborough, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Job Summary We are seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant for our Discovery site located in Worcester....

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Northborough, MA

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Northborough, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.3%
Associate's Degree
27.5%
High School or GED
20.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Northborough, MA
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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