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Community Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Technician

Meredith, NH · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) Meredith Place Veterinary Emergency Meredith, NH Full-Time | ... Employee Assistance Program & Behavioral Health Resources * Flexible Scheduling * Paid Parental ...

Community Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Technician

Laconia, NH · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) Meredith Place Veterinary Emergency Meredith, NH Full-Time | ... Employee Assistance Program & Behavioral Health Resources * Flexible Scheduling * Paid Parental ...

Veterinary United

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Clinton, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Licensed Veterinary Technician is the Veterinarians primary medical support to provide ... Familiar with or open to learn animal behavior and assessing animal body language * Can stay calm ...

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Technician

Wakefield, RI · On-site

$30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Veterinary Technician Washington County Veterinary Hospital is located in Wakefield, Rhode Island ... Knowledge of animal behavior and healthcare * Experience with proper animal handling and restraint

Hometown Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Technician

Munster, IN · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Veterinary Technicians will support our core beliefs of Culture, Collaboration and Community ... Observe animal behavior and health conditions and report to the DVM. * Assist in cases of ...

Hillside Veterinary Clinic

Veterinary Technician

Dallas, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Description Veterinary Technician - General Practice Hillside Veterinary Clinic Dallas, TX Thrive ... Able to observe the behavior and condition of animals * Comfortable with anesthetic patient ...

Hillside Veterinary Clinic

Veterinary Technician

Dallas, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Description Veterinary Technician - General Practice Hillside Veterinary Clinic Dallas, TX Thrive ... Able to observe the behavior and condition of animals * Comfortable with anesthetic patient ...

Ethos Veterinary Health

Veterinary Technician, Float

Williston, VT · On-site

$22 - $35/hr

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  • Life

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  • PTO

As a Veterinary Technician Float, you'll support a variety of departments including Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Surgery, Oncology, Radiology, Behavior, and Urgent Care while continuing to grow ...

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How much do veterinary behavior technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for veterinary behavior technician 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a veterinary behavior technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Veterinary Behavior Technician, you need a solid background in animal behavior, veterinary science, and typically a degree or certification such as a Veterinary Technician license with specialized training in behavior. Familiarity with behavior assessment tools, data recording software, and animal handling equipment is essential. Excellent communication, patience, and observational skills help you effectively educate clients and support veterinarians in developing behavior modification plans. These abilities are crucial for ensuring animal welfare, improving client satisfaction, and supporting successful behavior interventions in clinical settings.

What are some common challenges veterinary behavior technicians face when working with anxious or aggressive animals, and how are these situations typically managed?

Veterinary Behavior Technicians often encounter animals exhibiting fear, anxiety, or aggression, which can make handling and treatment challenging. To manage these situations, technicians use behavior modification techniques, low-stress handling, and positive reinforcement to help animals feel more comfortable. Collaboration with veterinarians and pet owners is also essential to develop individualized behavior plans and ensure consistency in care. Ongoing education in animal behavior and strong communication skills are key to effectively supporting both patients and their families.

What is a veterinary behavior technician?

Veterinary Behavior Technicians are specialized veterinary professionals who assist veterinarians in diagnosing, treating, and managing behavioral issues in animals. They are trained to observe animal behavior, implement behavior modification plans, educate pet owners, and support the emotional well-being of animals in clinical or shelter settings. Their work often involves collaborating closely with veterinarians, animal trainers, and clients to create individualized care plans that address specific behavioral concerns. These technicians typically have additional training or certification in animal behavior beyond their standard veterinary technician education.

What is the difference between Veterinary Behavior Technician vs Veterinary Technician?

AspectVeterinary Behavior TechnicianVeterinary Technician
CredentialsOften requires specialized training or certification in animal behaviorRequires veterinary technician certification (e.g., CVT, RVT, CVT)
Work EnvironmentWorks closely with animal behavior cases, often in specialty clinics or hospitalsWorks in general veterinary clinics, hospitals, or animal care facilities
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in clinics focusing on behavioral issues and trainingCommon across all veterinary practices
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for specialized behavior rolesGeneral veterinary support role

The Veterinary Behavior Technician specializes in animal behavior and often has additional training in this area, working primarily with behavioral cases. In contrast, the Veterinary Technician has a broader role supporting general veterinary care. Both roles require certification, but the Behavior Technician's focus is more specialized in behavior management and training.

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Infographic showing various Veterinary Behavior Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,144 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Patient Care Assistant (Behavior)

Schwarzman Animal Medical Center

New York, NY • On-site

$24.30 - $30.30/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 hours ago

Job description

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is seeking candidates that possess exceptional assistant knowledge, patient care and technical skills to assist and support Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) & Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) to triage, stabilize, treat and monitor patients in the hospital. The patient care assistant will perform excellent patient handling task, complete administrative duties, be proficient in medical record keeping, client & patient advocacy, and training

Minimum Qualifications
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior, advanced clinical and administrative experience at a veterinary hospital
  • Low-stress animal handling experience for fearful and aggressive patients, with ability to lift and restrain animals weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Exceptional ability to understand and interpret veterinary medical records
  • Basic, proficient understanding in the development and treatment of common behavioral disorders
  • Reliable and consistent attendance, punctuality, and dependability
  • Reliably and consistently work independently and proactively, including on days that are remote and dedicated to telemedicine
  • Reliably and successfully work as part of a team
  • Maintain professional and respectful working relationships and customer satisfaction with all stakeholders, including department staff, medical staff, support staff, clients, and referring veterinarians
  • Consistent ability to remain composed in stressful and emergency situations
  • Adherence to detailed protocols and documentation requirements.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and skill development.
  • Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in a 24/7 hospital setting
Responsibilities:
  • Ability to take notes while in exam rooms with veterinarians and clients
  • Efficiently obtain and review medical records, including diagnostic results, from referring veterinarians, specialists, and emergency hospitals ahead of all appointments, with an ability to ensure all pertinent records are available for the veterinary behaviorist to review
  • Obtain and review intake behavioral questionnaires
  • Identify missing information and coordinate retrieval prior to appointments
  • Consolidate pertinent information from intake behavioral questionnaires; medical records; and diagnostic results in order to prepare detailed and accurate SOAPs for the veterinary behaviorist to review at least 3 business days ahead of appointments
  • Process and communicate prescription requests as directed by the veterinary behaviorist, including to outside pharmacies for medications the hospital dispensary does not stock
  • Provide low-stress handling of fractious patients during appointments to allow for humane and safe restraint during physical examinations and diagnostic sample collection
  • Astutely observe and record body language of patients
  • Provide competent assistance to the licensed veterinary technician when monitoring tranquilized patients for sedated examinations and humane euthanasia
  • Assist with cleaning and maintaining cleanliness of examination room
  • Triage patient concerns and determine appropriate urgency and escalation to the veterinary behaviorist
  • Provide clear, consistent, and timely expert behavioral guidance to clients for concerns that do not require escalation to the veterinary behaviorist, including education on safety recommendations for fractious patients; recommendations for appointment preparation; and concise review of treatment plans created by the veterinary behaviorist after appointment completion
  • Exercise comfort and confidence in supporting clients navigating emotionally challenging behavioral situations with compassion and professionalism
  • Efficiently respond to appointment requests in a timely manner and provide thorough explanation about the service's operations to set appropriate expectations for prospective clients
  • Schedule initial consultations and rechecks
  • Maintain accurate medical records and documentation, requiring competent understanding of the hospital's electronic medical record system
  • Facilitate communication among clients, referring veterinarians, other services within the hospital, and other members of the team
  • All other related duties as assigned
Schedules:
  • TBD
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds
  • Able to stand, walk, lift, and bend for extended periods.
  • Comfortable working in a surgical/sterile environment for prolonged shifts.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Competitive salary
  • Sign-on bonus of $1,000
  • Generous paid time off
  • Tuition assistance
  • 50% discount on veterinary care
  • 403b matching
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • You may be eligible for The Public Loan Service Forgiveness Program as we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit employer
Pay Range
$24.30—$30.30 USD

Excellence in veterinary medicine since 1910. AMC Offers:

A Commitment to Lifelong Learning: Founded in 1910, the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is the world's largest veterinary teaching hospital, offering compassionate, collaborative, and cutting-edge veterinary care. Our commitment to innovation has led to the creation of one of the most advanced veterinary facilities in the world.

State-of-the-Art Facilities: AMC just completed a major expansion and renovation. This project transformed the hospital's entire 83,000-square-foot space into a state-of-the-art facility unlike any other.

Highlights include: A brand-new full floor surgical center, 1.5 Tesla Philips MRI (the exclusive high field MRI for small animals in NYC), 64-slice spiral CT scanner, Electroencephalography (EEG), Elekta Versa HD Linear Accelerator, In-house Laboratory, Ultrasound, Echocardiogram, and Mobile Cone Beam CT

A multidisciplinary team of 140+ veterinarians across 20+ specialties: With over 20 specialties and services under one roof, our departments frequently work together to deliver the highest quality of patient care in the veterinary field. Our dynamic array of specialists means that we are the go-to place for complex cases.

A Hospital in the heart of NYC: AMC is located in Manhattan, surrounded by leading research and teaching institutions such as Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical School, and NYU. Collaborative research opportunities abound, and our strong focus on education ensures a rewarding career for those passionate about mentoring and advancing veterinary medicine.