Veterinary Technician Jobs in Bedford, NH

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 (19 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pepperell, MA (19 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 2 days ago

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

Qualifications We're looking for: A Certified Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience required Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled...

Lowell Rd Veterinary Center

Certified Veterinary Technician

Company Description Lowell Road Veterinary Center is a state of the art, multi-doctor veterinary hospital that offers personal, progressive, and comprehensive animal care to dogs, cats, and pocket pets...

Company Description Bedford Veterinary Medical Center is a state of the art, multi-doctor hospital that offers personal, progressive, and comprehensive animal care to dogs, cats, and pocket pets in...

About the Role: As a Veterinary Technician Assistant, you'll be an essential part of our day-to-day operations....

Lowell Rd Veterinary Center

Veterinary Technician Assistant

About the Role: As a Veterinary Technician Assistant, you'll be an essential part of our day-to-day operations....

Bedford Pet Urgent Care

Urgent Care Technician

Join our dedicated urgent care team as a Veterinary Technician, where you'll play a critical role in patient care, client communication, and life-saving support....

Veterinary Technician Overnight ICU

  • Concord, NH (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Concord, NH (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 2 days ago

If you are ready to be a well-rounded veterinary technician, CAVES is the place for you!...

Animal Care Technician

  • Tyngsboro, MA (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tyngsboro, MA (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 4 days ago

Care Technicians provide loving care for our pet guests while they stay and play in our pet hotel; focusing on safety, comfort, and cleanliness....

General Practice Veterinary Technician

  • Lawrence, MA (24 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA (24 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 6 days ago

You must have a strong foundational understanding and can perform the basic responsibilities of a veterinary technician including (but not limited to): Venipuncture Placing IV Catheters Drug Calculations...

Veterinary Technician Surgery

  • Concord, NH (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Concord, NH (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 7 days ago

(Brief video on life as a technician with VCA from a technician's point of view) Surgery Veterinary Technician Duties: Anesthesia monitoring, procedural and surgical Full Technician Skill Utilization...

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Dracut, MA (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Dracut, MA (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 9 days ago

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

Animal Care Specialist

  • Plaistow, NH (23 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Plaistow, NH (23 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 13 days ago

Position Overview As an Operations Specialist in Animal Care, your role will be to ensure that proper animal care and husbandry is being provided for all companion animals and aquatic life in the Pet...

Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

  • Westford, MA (24 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 24 days ago
  • Westford, MA (24 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 24 days ago

Founded in 2012, the Westford Veterinary Emergency & Referral Center is an animal care facility like no other. Our campus spans 3 buildings totaling 17,000 square feet....

Urgent Care Veterinary Technician

  • Manchester, NH (4 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 25 days ago
  • Manchester, NH (4 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 25 days ago

Technician Students Tuition reimbursement for Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technicians...

Demographic Data for Bedford, NH

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Veterinary Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Bedford, NH

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Bedford, NH offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.3%
Associate's Degree
27.5%
High School or GED
20.1%
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 Bedford, NH
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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