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NCSU

Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Assistant

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Job Posting Information Posting Number PG194092SP Internal Recruitment No Working Title Equine and Farm Animal Veterinary Assistant Anticipated Hiring Range $40,000 - $43,200 Work Schedule 7:00 am to ...

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital

$100 - $125/hr

Supportive, experienced veterinary team * Privately owned practice * Well-established, loyal client ... Large-animal treatment bays #J-18808-Ljbffr

New Frontier Animal Medical Center

$100 - $125/hr

Supportive, experienced veterinary team * Privately owned practice * Well-established, loyal client ... Large-animal treatment bays #J-18808-Ljbffr

Armor Animal Health

Contract Veterinarian

Cortland, NY · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

Provide production-animal veterinary consultation and herd health support to dairy and beef producers. * Conduct on-farm investigations and evaluate animal health and production concerns. * Identify ...

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How much do animal veterinary jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for animal veterinary in the United States is $21.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Animal Veterinary vs Animal Technician?

AspectAnimal VeterinaryAnimal Technician
Required CredentialsDoctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMDAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in veterinary technology
Work EnvironmentVeterinary clinics, hospitals, research labsAnimal shelters, clinics, research facilities
Employer & Industry UsageVeterinary practices, animal hospitalsAnimal care facilities, labs
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding veterinarian roles and qualificationsLearning about veterinary support staff duties

Animal Veterinarians hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and diagnose, treat, and perform surgeries on animals. Animal Technicians assist veterinarians by providing technical support, performing lab tests, and caring for animals. While veterinarians have advanced credentials and perform complex medical procedures, animal technicians focus on supporting veterinary care through technical tasks. Both roles are essential in animal healthcare but differ in education, responsibilities, and scope of practice.

What careers are there in animal veterinary?

Careers in animal veterinary include roles such as small animal veterinarians, large animal veterinarians, exotic animal veterinarians, and specialized fields like veterinary surgery, dentistry, or dermatology. These careers typically require a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, licensing, and often involve working in clinics, hospitals, research, or animal shelters.

Why are so many animal veterinarians quitting?

Many animal veterinarians are quitting due to high levels of stress, long working hours, and emotional burnout from dealing with sick or injured animals. Additionally, the profession often involves financial pressures, student debt, and limited work-life balance, which contribute to job dissatisfaction and turnover.

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Infographic showing various Animal Veterinary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,144 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Veterinary Technician

Minneapolis, MN

NORMANDALE VETERINARY HOSPITAL PA
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$20 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Normandale Veterinary Hospital is a long established small animal veterinary clinic. We pride ourselves in practicing quality veterinary medicine with a high level of customer service. We provide routine veterinary and dental care, internal medicine, orthopedic and soft tissue surgery. Our resources include in-house radiology, ultrasound, automated idexx CBC, chemistry and urinalysis. We are proud of our close association with the University of Minnesota Veterinary School and board certified specialists in the area.

Our team is growing and we are seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician for a fast-paced 2 doctor practice. We are looking for help with surgery, dentistry, radiology, laboratory, and various treatments.

Company Description

Normandale Veterinary Hospital is a long established small animal veterinary clinic in Edina, a south-west suburb of Minneapolis, Minnesota. We pride ourselves in practicing quality veterinary medicine with a high level of costumer service. We provide routine veterinary and dental care, internal medicine, orthopedic and soft tissue surgery. Our resources include in-house radiology, ultrasound, automated Idexx CBC, chemistry and urinalysis as well as a close association with the University of Minnesota Veterinary School and board certified specialists in the area.