Veterinary Technician Jobs in Asheville, NC

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, ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance

  • ASPCA
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago

Registered Veterinary Technician - Other Language: English (Required) Education and Work Experience: Associates: Veterinary Technician, High School Diploma (Required)...

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Veterinary Technician, Oncology

  • Ethos Veterinary Health
  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 3 days ago

Veterinary Technician growth and development....

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Registered Veterinary Technician

  • Banfield Pet Hospital
  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Who were looking for Were looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician to add their passion, skills, and education to our team....

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Farm help/Vet tech for 5 treatments, once a day

  • Alexander, NC (9 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Alexander, NC (9 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 5 days ago

We are a farm in Alexander and have one sheep sick. The vet just passed by, and now the sheep needs to receive some injections and a dewormer once a day for today and the next 4 days (5 treatments...

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Veterinary Technician, Emergency

  • Ethos Veterinary Health
  • Asheville, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 10 days ago

Technicians Choose SAVES: At South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty, Veterinary Technicians work alongside board-certified specialists in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Neurology,...

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Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Asheville, NC

  • Veterinary Emergency Group
  • Asheville, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 15 days ago

You'll jump into triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing, all while being a steady, compassionate presence for pet parents in their most stressful moments....

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Emergency Veterinary Technician - Overnights

  • Medvet Medical & Cancer Centers For Pets
  • Asheville, NC
  • 21 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 21 days ago

MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty provider with practices nationwide. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations. Things like chemotherapy and...

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Registered Veterinary Technician

  • Mission Pet Health
  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 23 days ago
  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 23 days ago

You will join a highly collaborative team environment supported by six experienced DVMs who share a unified vision for comprehensive small animal care....

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Emergency Veterinary Technician - Relief

  • Medvet Medical & Cancer Centers For Pets
  • Asheville, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 30+ days ago

MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty provider with practices nationwide. We help our patients receive advanced medical treatments and innovations. Things like chemotherapy and...

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Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

  • National Veterinary Associates
  • Asheville, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) Asheville Veterinary Associates - South Asheville, NC Asheville Veterinary Associates - South is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to...

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Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

  • Asheville Veterinary Associates - South
  • Asheville, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) Asheville Veterinary Associates - South Asheville, NC Asheville Veterinary Associates - South is looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our growing...

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Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Asheville, NC

  • Veterinary Emergency Group
  • Asheville, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 45+ days ago

You'll jump into triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing, all while being a steady, compassionate presence for pet parents in their most stressful moments....

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Veterinary Technician Student Externship - Asheville, NC

  • Veterinary Emergency Group
  • Asheville, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 90+ days ago

Our Veterinary Technician Student Externship Program offers a hands-on, immersive experience in emergency medicine alongside our credentialed emergency veterinary technicians....

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Demographic Data for Asheville, NC

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Veterinary Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Antimicrobial Stewardship in Veterinary Practice
Vets and human health professionals both have a responsibility to address the challenge of antimicrobial stewardship. Veterinary nurses, surgeons and pharmacists need the skills to prescribe...
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 Asheville, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinary Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Asheville, NC 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 Asheville, NC
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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