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What is the difference between Associate Dvm vs Veterinary Technician?

AspectAssociate DvmVeterinary Technician
CredentialsDoctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) licenseLicensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
Work EnvironmentVeterinary clinics, hospitals, specialty practicesAssist veterinarians in clinical tasks, patient care, and lab work
Job ResponsibilitiesDiagnose, treat, prescribe, perform surgeriesAssist with exams, administer medications, collect samples

The main difference between an Associate Dvm and a Veterinary Technician is the level of education and scope of practice. An Associate Dvm holds a veterinary degree and license to diagnose and treat animals, while a Veterinary Technician supports veterinarians with clinical tasks. Both roles are essential in veterinary settings, but they differ in responsibilities and credentials.

How much do associate veterinarians make in the US?

Associate veterinarians in the US typically earn an average annual salary of around $100,000 to $120,000, depending on experience, location, and practice type. Salaries can vary based on factors such as certifications, hours worked, and the size of the practice.

What does an associate Dvm do?

An associate DVM is a veterinarian who provides medical care to animals, including diagnosing illnesses, performing surgeries, and prescribing treatments. They work in veterinary clinics or hospitals, often under the supervision of a senior veterinarian, and use tools like diagnostic equipment and medical records to deliver patient care.
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Infographic showing various Associate Dvm job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Associate Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates

Red Deer, AB • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Piper Creek Veterinary Clinic in Red Deer, AB is now hiring a veterinarian to join our well-established small animal and exotics practice! At Piper Creek, you'll be joining a collaborative, multi-DVM team alongside experienced and skilled support staff. We're excited to help you nurture and develop your interests, and are well-equipped for soft tissue surgery, orthopedics, dentistry, endoscopy, ultrasound and much more. We take pride in providing strong patient care while maintaining a positive work environment, and are excited to welcome a new DVM to our team!

Ideally located in central Alberta, the city of Red Deer offers affordable living and easy access to trails, parks, restaurants, and recreation facilities. With a strong sense of community and plenty to do year-round, Red Deer is an excellent place to build both your career and your life outside of work.

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer paid licensing dues, health/dental benefits, RRSP match, CE allowance, paid vacation and more. We'd love to connect! To learn more, visit our website at pipercreekvet.com and contact Susan Heppner at susan.heppner@nva.com or 403.542.3862.

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Nashville Veterinary Specialists + Animal Emergency (NVS) is a veterinary specialty and emergency hospital group with two locations in Nashville and Clarksville, Tennessee. Our Mission and primary focus is to honor the human-animal bond in all we do, focusing on patient care, client experience, and the health of our team. We believe we can never stop improving and strive to improve in all we do. Not only do we focus on patient care, but core to our hospital culture is also a focus on the health of our team, our community, and the environment. We are committed to sustainable environmental practices. NVS works in partnership with National Veterinary Associates-Compassion-First (NVA C-F). NVA-CF is the largest private owner of freestanding veterinary hospitals in North America with over 1400 locations worldwide.

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Agoura Hills, CA, US

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