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National Veterinary Associates

$135K/yr

... fish or just sit and soak in the beauty. The VETERINARIAN we are hiring will work primarily at our Greenville location near our beautiful downtown. Both facilities equipped with a full array of ...

Veterinary Solut!ons Services

Veterinarian

Lynn Haven, FL

$115K - $150K/yr

... fish, or unwind on sugar-white beaches. Even better? No weekends. No on-call. No emergencies. If you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a place where your skills are valued and your work-life ...

Veterinary Solut!ons Services

Veterinarian

Lynn Haven, FL · On-site

$120K/yr

... fish, or unwind on sugar-white beaches. Even better? No weekends. No on-call. No emergencies. If you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a place where your skills are valued and your work-life ...

Veterinary Practice Partners

Veterinarian

Morris, IL · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

Carter enjoys horror movies, rooting for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and visiting national parks - especially Yellowstone where he loves to fish. What We Are Looking For: The Kind of Veterinarian Who ...

Veterinary Practice Partners

Veterinarian

Morris, IL · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

Carter enjoys horror movies, rooting for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and visiting national parks - especially Yellowstone where he loves to fish. What We Are Looking For: The Kind of Veterinarian Who ...

Veterinary Practice Partners

Veterinarian

Morris, IL · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

Carter enjoys horror movies, rooting for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and visiting national parks - especially Yellowstone where he loves to fish. What We Are Looking For: The Kind of Veterinarian Who ...

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How much do fish veterinarian jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for fish veterinarian in the United States is $165,527.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $112,000.00 and $218,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Do aquatic vets make good money?

Aquatic veterinarians, including fish vets, typically earn a competitive salary that varies based on experience, location, and work setting. They often require specialized training and certifications, and salaries can range from moderate to high within the veterinary field. Overall, they can make a good income compared to many other veterinary specialties.

How do you become a fish veterinarian?

To become a fish veterinarian, you typically need to earn a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary college, then gain specialized knowledge in aquatic animal health through internships or residencies. Licensing requirements vary by region and often include passing a national exam, and additional training or certification in aquatic medicine can enhance expertise in fish health management.

Are aquatic vets in high demand?

Aquatic veterinarians, or fish veterinarians, are in moderate demand due to the growing popularity of aquaculture, ornamental fish keeping, and public aquariums. Their specialized skills in diagnosing and treating aquatic animal health issues are increasingly valued, especially as the industry expands and emphasizes animal welfare and biosecurity. Job opportunities may vary based on geographic location and industry growth.

What is the highest paid type of vet?

Among veterinary specialties, veterinary surgeons and those working in private specialty practices tend to have the highest salaries. Fish veterinarians generally earn less than those in high-demand fields like small animal surgery or exotic animal medicine, but salaries can vary based on experience, location, and certification levels.
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Infographic showing various Fish Veterinarian job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $165,527 per year, or $79.6 per hour.
Veterinarian Specialist

Veterinarian Specialist

GovernmentJobs.com

West Columbia, SC

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Wildlife Veterinarian

This employee will serve as the Wildlife Veterinarian for SCDNR and will support the Department's wildlife health program through surveillance, diagnostics, response, and management of wildlife diseases.

Job duties include:

  • Conducting year-round wildlife morbidity and mortality investigations across taxonomic groups and providing veterinary expertise for emerging wildlife diseases.
  • Assisting in the capture, handling, and sample collection protocols to ensure animal welfare and safe sample collection.
  • Serving as the Agency lead for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) surveillance and monitoring.
  • Establishing and maintaining veterinary-client-patient relationships (VCPR) with Agency hatcheries and the Southeastern Cooperative Fish Parasite and Disease Project (SCFPDP) in order to issue veterinary feed directives to treat pathogens and spawning hormone prescriptions and address other fish health and husbandry-related issues.
  • Coordinating with state agricultural agencies, public health departments, departments of environmental quality, and other state entities on disease events with cross-agency impacts.
  • Acting as a primary liaison with federal partners such as USDA APHIS, USFWS, and the USGS National Wildlife Health Center.
  • Participating in statewide and regional fish and wildlife health working groups and emergency response teams.
  • Performing necropsies on select wildlife species when appropriate, ensuring chain-of-custody and biosafety guidelines are followed.
  • Preparing and submitting diagnostic samples, interpreting laboratory results and communicating findings to agency staff.
  • Serving as liaison between the agency and state/federal diagnostic laboratories.
  • Maintaining, updating, and querying fish and wildlife disease surveillance databases.
  • Ensuring accurate data entry, metadata standards, and integration with GIS and reporting tools.
  • Producing regular and ad-hoc disease summary reports for agency leadership, field staff, and external partners.
  • Training agency staff and partners in wildlife disease surveillance, sample collection, safe handling, and reporting protocols.
  • Preparing fact sheets, web content, and technical guidance documents.
  • Providing expert testimony, media support, and public presentations as approved by the agency.

Minimum and additional requirements:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) from an accredited institution. At least two (2) years of experience with handling and veterinary care of wildlife species including mammals, birds, and fish. Eligibility for licensure as a veterinarian in the state of South Carolina.

Preferred qualifications:

Board certification or training in zoological/wildlife health, pathology, or preventive medicine. Experience with CWD, HPAI, and other major wildlife diseases. Experience with wildlife anesthesia and handling. Experience with fish health programs or aquaculture disease monitoring. Familiarity with GIS mapping, epidemiological software, or relational databases.

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