Veterinary Technician Jobs in Perkasie, PA

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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Vet Tech

  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (23 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Posting: Experienced Veterinary Technician We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our busy dog and cat rescue organization....

Veterinary Technician I

  • Horsham, PA (14 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Horsham, PA (14 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduate of a collegiate veterinary technology program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Committee on Veterinary Technician Education...

A licensed veterinarian or a credentialed veterinary technician must be a graduate of an AVMA or CVMA-accredited program....

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

  • North Wales, PA (13 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Wales, PA (13 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 3 days ago

#registered vet technician (RVT) #licensed veterinary technician (LVT) #certified veterinary technician (CVT) #LI-AV1...

Veterinary Technician Specialist - Anesthesia & Analgesia

  • Langhorne, PA (23 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (23 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 4 days ago

BluePearl Pet Hospital** **is hiring an Anesthesia Veterinary Technician!** + Are you a passionate technician looking to improve your skills in the veterinary field?...

Animal Care Specialist

  • Easton, PA (24 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Easton, PA (24 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 4 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 Specialty in Anesthesia and Analesia

  • Langhorne, PA (23 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (23 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Technician!...

Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

  • Langhorne, PA (23 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (23 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Clean and maintain equipment following procedure. + Discharge IM patients from the hospital, including basic client education such as insulin injection, SQ fluid, and feeding tube demonstrations. +...

Veterinary Service Technician

  • King of Prussia, PA (22 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (22 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 9 days ago

. + Strong customer service skills + Motivated team player **Preferred Qualifications** + At least 4 years of experience as a Certified, Licensed or Registered Veterinary Technician will be considered...

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

  • Glenside, PA (20 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Glenside, PA (20 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 19 days ago

catheter placement and venipuncture, surgery prep, anaesthesia monitoring Proficient in dental prophylaxis Anesthesia monitoring and assisting veterinarian during dental and/or surgerical procedures...

Part Time Medical Laboratory Technician (Afternoon)

  • Langhorne, PA (23 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (23 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 29 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 Technician - Level 2

  • West Point, PA (13 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Point, PA (13 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Under the direction of a manager or assigned technical staff within Laboratory Animal Resources, Nonclinical Drug Safety, and Veterinary Products the Animal/Laboratory Technician performs animal care...

Veterinary Technician

  • Quakertown, PA (6 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Quakertown, PA (6 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Veterinary Technician Full Time Technicians Quakertown, PA, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 2840 Salary Range: $22.00 To $26.00 Hourly Quakertown Veterinary Clinic is seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians...

Necropsy Technician I

  • Horsham, PA (14 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Horsham, PA (14 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 30+ 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...

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Phoenixville, PA (22 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Phoenixville, PA (22 miles from Perkasie, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Major Duties: Our Veterinary Technicians are responsible for in-patient medical care- administer medications, assist or perform treatments, diagnostics & monitoring, place IV catheters...

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Perkasie, PA

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Perkasie, PA 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 Perkasie, PA
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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