Veterinary Technician Jobs in Kingston, RI

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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Heart + Paw

Veterinary Technician - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus for CVTs!

  • Heart + Paw
  • Warren, RI (21 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Heart + Paw
  • Warren, RI (21 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 8 days ago

Join the team as a Veterinary Technician and make a difference in the lives of pets and the community!...

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Veterinary Technician - Overnight ER

  • Mass-RI Veterinary ER
  • Cranston, RI (22 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cranston, RI (22 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 19 days ago

Description: Calling all ER Overnight Veterinary Technicians!!...

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Veterinary Technician

  • MASS-RI Veterinary ER
  • Swansea, MA (23 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Swansea, MA (23 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Coastal Veterinary in Swansea, MA is excited to welcome a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Technician to our growing Primary Care team....

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Veterinary Technician

  • Brown University
  • Providence, RI (24 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Providence, RI (24 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Summary The Veterinary Technician (VT) assists the Veterinary Services team in the daily care and management of USDA-covered research animals....

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Lab Technician

  • Actalent
  • Voluntown, CT (17 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Voluntown, CT (17 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 5 days ago

general husbandry Assist with weekend responsibilities such as sample collection and blood draws Perform or support humane euthanasia of birds when required Ensure all animal care practices align with...

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Anesthesia Technician

  • Ocean State Veterinary Specialists LTD
  • East Greenwich, RI (11 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI (11 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technician to serve as an anesthetist in our surgery and imaging departments....

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Veterinary Technician - Urgent Care

  • PetMedic-Warwick
  • Warwick, RI (15 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI (15 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 30+ days ago

PetMedic Urgent Care Vet Clinic is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Technician to our team. At PetMedic, you can help shape the exciting new world of veterinary urgent care....

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Veterinary Technician

  • 128305 Washington County Vet Hospital and South County Vet Hospital
  • Wakefield, RI (3 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wakefield, RI (3 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

The ideal candidate must be comfortable properly handling and restraining animals, rooming patients, assisting in surgery, surgical recovery, placing IV catheters, drawing blood and running bloodwork...

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Veterinary Technician Manager- 2nd Shift

  • Ocean State Veterinary Specialists LTD
  • East Greenwich, RI (11 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI (11 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 45+ days ago

Veterinary Technician Manager 2nd Shift Signing Bonus up to $2,500! Are you an experienced veterinary technician with a passion for leadership?...

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Veterinary Criticalist

  • Ocean State Veterinary Specialists LTD
  • East Greenwich, RI (11 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI (11 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 60+ days ago

Join the Ocean State Veterinary Specialists (OSVS) Team in East Greenwich, RI! Location: East Greenwich, RI Are You a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Criticalist? OSVS is expanding...

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Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Warwick, RI

  • Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)
  • Warwick, RI (15 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI (15 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 90+ 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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Certified Veterinary Technician

  • VCA Animal Hospitals
  • Cranston, RI (22 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cranston, RI (22 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago

VCA Atwood Animal Hospital is hiring a full time Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team!...

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Overnight Veterinary Technician

  • Ocean State Veterinary Specialists LTD
  • East Greenwich, RI (11 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI (11 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago

Certification (CVT, LVT, RVT) preferred Strong clinical skills and ability to multitask in a high-pressure environment Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Passion for animal care and client...

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Veterinary Technician Student Externship - Warwick, RI

  • Veterinary Emergency Group
  • Warwick, RI (15 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI (15 miles from Kingston, RI)
  • 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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Antimicrobial Stewardship in Veterinary Practice
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Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession
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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 Kingston, RI

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Kingston, RI 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 Kingston, RI
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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