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Golden Corner Veterinary Hospital

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Veterinary Assistant

Seneca, SC · On-site

$12 - $16/hr

A typical work week for full-time veterinary assistants is 4 weekdays with the same weekday off each week (34+ hours a week). Experience with cats and dogs is required. Experience with large animal ...

Golden Corner Veterinary Hospital

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Veterinary Assistant

Seneca, SC · On-site

$12 - $16/hr

A typical work week for full-time veterinary assistants is 4 weekdays with the same weekday off each week (34+ hours a week). Experience with cats and dogs is required. Experience with large animal ...

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How much do full time large animal veterinary assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time large animal veterinary assistant in the United States is $17.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Where do full time large animal veterinary assistants make the most money?

Full time large animal veterinary assistants tend to earn higher wages in regions with a higher cost of living and greater demand for agricultural or livestock services, such as rural areas with large farms or states with significant agricultural industries. Salaries can also vary based on experience, certifications, and the size of the practice or farm. Generally, areas with a strong agricultural economy offer better compensation for large animal veterinary assistants.

What is the difference between Full Time Large Animal Veterinary Assistant vs Equine Veterinary Technician?

AspectFull Time Large Animal Veterinary AssistantEquine Veterinary Technician
CredentialsNone required, on-the-job training often providedCertification or licensing often preferred or required
Work EnvironmentFarms, clinics, outdoor settings, handling large animalsEquine clinics, hospitals, outdoor and indoor settings
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with animal handling, cleaning, basic carePerforming medical procedures, assisting veterinarians, patient care

Full Time Large Animal Veterinary Assistants typically focus on supporting veterinarians with basic tasks and animal handling in outdoor or farm environments, often without formal certification. Equine Veterinary Technicians have more specialized training, perform medical procedures, and often work in clinics or hospitals. Both roles are essential in large animal care but differ in qualifications and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Large Animal Veterinary Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,859 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Veterinary Assistant I - Large Animal

Colorado State University

Fort Collins, CO • On-site

$36K - $39K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Colorado State University rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

458th of 618 rated colleges and universities

Job description


Position Summary:
This Veterinary Assistant position primarily support for the technicians and patients within the Large Animal hospital, primarily Equine Critical Care, Medicine, and Surgery & Lameness services whose care are being overseen by faculty, residents and interns. If needed this position may float to other large animal sections including Livestock Medicine and Large Animal Radiation. This position requires a basic knowledge of various medical procedures, biosecurity surveillance, and proper equipment usage. This position will assist in the case management on a day-to-day basis by providing support services such as stocking, cleaning and maintaining equipment after use, and providing continuity of patient care with the guidance of the primary technician on shift. This position should have the availability to work holidays, overnights, and weekends as we are a 24/7/365 hospital.
Full Consideration Date: Tuesday, 9/01/2026, 11:59 pm (MT). Open until filled.
Description of the Work Unit/Department/College/Division:
At the CSU Veterinary Health System, animals and the people who care for them are at the heart of everything we do. Every decision we make reflects our commitment to those who trust us with their animals' health. That focus inspires us to deliver expert veterinary services, support veterinary education and training, and advance groundbreaking research.
We show up every day with passion, eagerness to collaborate, and a drive to redefine what's possible. Our deep partnership with the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences amplifies our impact, enabling us to boldly innovate and share knowledge widely.
Essential Job Duties:
  • Assists in providing efficient, optimal patient care including: triage, assessment, treatments, monitoring and restraint.
  • Collaborates with interns, residents, faculty and technicians to ensure appropriate treatment plans. This is done by evaluating patient status, response to therapy, collecting diagnostic samples, setting up for procedures.
  • Provides clinical and technical assistance such as: fluid and drug administration, IV sampling, blood gas collection, operation and trouble shooting of all specialty-related equipment, set up and break down of procedures, cleaning and stocking clinical areas.
  • Assist in out-patient appointments such as neuro exams, endoscopy procedures, ultrasound exams, respiratory exams, ophthalmology exams.
  • Responsible for biosecurity awareness by leading by example and educating clients within the Equine barn. Learn process to appropriately clean and store equipment between uses to protect biosecurity of equipment. Participate in the annual process of deep cleaning of the equine hospital. Uphold information presented to DVM and FRCC students within orientation that includes basic knowledge of the working function of the main hospital and equine isolation unit.

Conditions of Employment:
  • Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).
  • Essential Services Designation: Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • One year of experience caring for horses and providing equine handling experience OR a combination of related education and/or experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to one (1) year.
  • HS Diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • One year (1) experience working in an equine hospital.
  • Demonstrate experience providing customer service in a fast
    paced environment.
  • A strong desire to learn and advance medical and technical
    knowledge base.
  • Ability to be compassionate and empathic to clients in
    emotional situations.
  • Demonstrate experience working with a team.
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Salary Range
$36,000 - 39,520
Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
  • Review our detailed benefits information here.
  • Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.
  • For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator.
  • Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!

Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Colorado State University is one of the nation’s top public Tier 1 Research universities and an institution on the rise. Our Ram success is driven by an ambition to be excellent in all we do combined with an unparalleled location that is one of the fastest-growing and most vibrant areas in the country. CSU is a higher education destination for working and learning for faculty, staff, and students from across Colorado, the nation, and around the globe. CSU has produced record enrollment in the past decade, built on all-time highs in student diversity and student success, experienced record fundraising and research expenditures that keep hitting new highs year-after-year, and our faculty are known nationally and internationally for their groundbreaking research. Among other recognition for research and creative scholarship, CSU was recognized in 2022 as one of 10 top research institutions in the world contributing to solving the COVID pandemic. CSU is thriving, with a five-year average enrollment of more than 33,400 students. The record-setting 2022 incoming class of 5,517 students reflects 25% from diverse populations and 24% who were first in their families to attend college. CSU graduates find success with 85% securing a job related to their career plans within six months of graduation. More than nine out of 10 Rams would select CSU again, demonstrating the quality of the campus and learning environments.

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Fort Collins, CO, US

Year founded

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