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City of Norfolk, VA

Animal Health Keeper II

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$44K - $73K/yr

The Animal Health Keeper II is primarily responsible for daily commissary operations, ensuring accurate and timely preparation and delivery of animal diets. The role also includes providing husbandry ...

Dallas Zoo

General Application - Animal Health

Dallas, TX

$15.50 - $21/hr

The Dallas Zoo's Animal Health teams work together to ensure the welfare of nearly 2,000 animals representing around 400 diverse species. Our professionals combine veterinary expertise, precise ...

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TX

$50K/yr

To be referred for consideration for the Animal Health Technician (Mounted Patrol Inspector), candidates must meet the selective placement factor as described below. This is a minimum qualification ...

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AZ

$50K/yr

To be referred for consideration for the Animal Health Technician (Mounted Patrol Inspector), candidates must meet the selective placement factor as described below. This is a minimum qualification ...

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AZ

$50K/yr

To be referred for consideration for the Animal Health Technician (Mounted Patrol Inspector), candidates must meet the selective placement factor as described below. This is a minimum qualification ...

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CA · On-site

$50K/yr

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How much do animal health jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for animal health in the United States is $48,581.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in animal health roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in animal health often encounter challenges such as diagnosing complex illnesses, managing infectious disease outbreaks, and staying current with evolving veterinary practices. Collaboration with veterinarians, researchers, and farm staff is essential to address these issues effectively. Ongoing professional development, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to biosecurity protocols can help overcome these challenges and ensure the well-being of animals under your care.

What is animal health and what do professionals in this field do?

Animal health refers to the well-being and medical care of animals, both domestic and wild. Professionals in animal health, such as veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and animal health inspectors, work to prevent, diagnose, and treat illnesses in animals. They also play a key role in ensuring food safety, preventing zoonotic diseases, and promoting animal welfare. Their work settings can include veterinary clinics, farms, laboratories, and government agencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Animal Health, and why are they important?

To thrive in Animal Health, you need a solid background in veterinary science, animal biology, and disease management, generally supported by a degree in veterinary medicine, animal science, or related fields. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, laboratory equipment, and animal health record management systems is often required, along with certifications like RVT or DVM where applicable. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and compassion for animals and clients are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure effective diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of animal diseases while fostering trust and compliance among animal owners.

What Are the Qualifications to Get an Animal Health Job?

The qualifications that you need to start a career in animal health depend on the position as well as the skills and knowledge that you need to perform your job duties. To become a veterinarian, you must pursue a doctorate in veterinary medicine, which involves spending four years in veterinary school after obtaining a bachelor’s degree. Veterinary technicians typically need an associate degree in veterinary technology and a license from the state in which they work. Nutritionists and animal researchers often have a bachelor’s degree or postgraduate education in biology, animal sciences, or related subjects.

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Animal Health Technician

Animal Health Technician

Northwestern University

Evanston, IL • On-site

$13/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Northwestern University rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

181st of 555 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Department: Ctr for Comparative Medicine
Salary/Grade: NEX/13
Job Summary:
Performs daily health monitoring, clinical care, surgical support and enrichment for laboratory animals.
Specific Responsibilities:
Clinical Rounds
  • Performs daily rounds under the direct supervision of the clinical veterinarians or Animal Health Techincian, Leads to triage new animal health reports and monitor ongoing clinical cases. Communicates with veterinary staff and laboratory personnel to notify and update regarding the status of clinical cases. Performs physical examinations and treatments as deemed necessary by the clinical veterinarians.
Surgical Support
  • Assists the clinical veterinarians or other qualified individuals with surgical procedures. Prepares sterile instrument packs and prepares surgical suite animals for asceptic surgery. Under the direction of the clinical veterinarians, AHT Sr or Lead, administers anesthetic agents, intravenous fluids and monitors anesthesia and post surgical recovery.
Environmental Enrichment
  • Provides environmental and social enrichment to the laboratory animals. Maintains and monitors various reports and records including animal health records, activity reports and enrichment logs.
Colony Health/Sentinel Program
  • Assists with the rodent colony health monitoring program (Sentinel Program) and incoming rodent quarantine program. Responsibilities include scheduling of quarterly and quarantine sentinel shipments with the diagnostic laboratory, ordering of replacement sentinels and review of the testing results.
Drugs, Supplies and Testing
  • Dispenses non-controlled drugs and supplies from the CCM pharmacy to laboratory personnel. Performs periodic inventories of drugs, supplies, assay kits and instruments. Prepares and submits animals or specimens (blood, tissue, feces) for testing at diagnostic laboratories as determined necessary by the clinical veterinarians.
Teaching/Training
  • Participates in the training of animal care staff, laboratory personnel and interns in proper animal restraint, barrier technique and asepsis. Participates in various staff meetings, staff training and continuing professional education.
Regulatory
  • Maintains and monitors various reports and records including animal health records, activity reports and enrichment logs. Remains current with all regulations pertaining to laboratory animals including the Guide, Animal Welfare Act, etc. Becomes familiar with relevant Animal Study Protocols and meets with investigators and laboratory personnel to discuss research needs and animal health concerns.
Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)
  • Successful completion of a college level curriculum in veterinary technology requiring a minimum of two years of full time academic study in a program accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association or completion of a 4 year degree in animal science, biology, veterinary science, zoology or related field.
  • One year of experience as a veterinary assistant or technician in a veterinary medical facility, research facility or diagnostic laboratory or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience where the required knowledge, skills and abilities are acquired.
  • Must be able to type and have working knowledge of spreadsheet, word processing and e-mail software.
Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)
  • Current state board licensure in veterinary technology in at least one state.
  • Experience in animal research.
  • Certification by the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science at the ALAT level.
Target hiring range for this position will be between $24.00-$27.75 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data
Benefits:
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.
Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.
Professional Growth & Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement . Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process .

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