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How much do veterinary inventory specialist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for veterinary inventory specialist in the United States is $20.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a veterinary inventory specialist?

Veterinary Inventory Specialists are professionals responsible for managing and organizing medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and equipment in veterinary clinics or hospitals. They ensure that necessary items are stocked, stored properly, and available for veterinarians and staff when needed. Their duties include ordering supplies, tracking inventory levels, maintaining records, and working with vendors to ensure timely delivery. Effective inventory management helps prevent shortages, reduces waste, and supports smooth clinic operations. Veterinary Inventory Specialists play a crucial role in the overall efficiency and quality of animal care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a veterinary inventory specialist?

To thrive as a Veterinary Inventory Specialist, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in inventory management or veterinary practice. Familiarity with inventory management software, ordering systems, and possibly certification in inventory control or veterinary technology is common. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management abilities help you coordinate with veterinary staff and suppliers. These skills ensure accurate inventory tracking, cost-effective purchasing, and smooth operations within a veterinary practice.

What are some typical challenges a veterinary inventory specialist faces, and how can they be managed effectively?

Veterinary Inventory Specialists often encounter challenges such as managing expiration dates of medications, tracking supplies in a fast-paced environment, and balancing inventory costs with clinic needs. To handle these effectively, specialists use inventory management software, maintain clear communication with veterinary staff about usage patterns, and establish relationships with reliable vendors for timely restocking. Staying organized and proactively monitoring stock levels helps prevent shortages or overstock, ensuring the clinic runs smoothly.

What is the difference between Veterinary Inventory Specialist vs Veterinary Technician?

AspectVeterinary Inventory SpecialistVeterinary Technician
CredentialsNone required, often prefers inventory or supply chain experienceLicensed or certified, with veterinary technician credentials
Work EnvironmentVeterinary clinics, hospitals, supply warehousesVeterinary clinics, hospitals, animal care facilities
Primary ResponsibilitiesManaging inventory, ordering supplies, stock controlAssisting in medical procedures, patient care, lab work

The Veterinary Inventory Specialist focuses on managing supplies and inventory within veterinary settings, ensuring clinics are stocked efficiently. In contrast, the Veterinary Technician provides direct patient care and supports veterinarians in medical procedures. While both roles work in veterinary environments, their core responsibilities and required credentials differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Veterinary Inventory Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,615 per year, or $20.5 per hour.

Surgery Veterinary Assistant, AVS

Ethos Veterinary Health

Santa Barbara, CA • On-site

$17.50 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Surgical Veterinary Assistant
Up to $26.00/hour (DOE) + Up to $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
Full-time opportunity in Santa Barbara, California
Schedule: Full-time | Weekend & holiday flexibility required
Build your career in specialty veterinary medicine with the Surgery team at Advanced Veterinary Specialists (AVS). As a Surgical Veterinary Assistant, you'll work alongside board-certified veterinary surgeons, Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs), and experienced veterinary professionals supporting surgical preparation, patient care, sterilization, and post-operative recovery.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Assistant looking to develop their surgical and specialty medicine skills in a collaborative, fast-paced veterinary hospital.
Why Join Advanced Veterinary Specialists
Advanced Veterinary Specialists is home to board-certified specialists in Surgery, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, and Dentistry, alongside a highly skilled Emergency & Critical Care team.
AVS is accredited by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society (VECCS) as a Level II Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Facility-one of only two in California to hold this distinction.
You'll gain hands-on experience with specialty surgery while working in an environment focused on mentorship, continuing education, teamwork, and career development.
In Your Day-to-Day, You Will
  • Provide compassionate pre-operative and post-operative patient care, including handling, restraint, positioning, transport, and monitoring under the direction of an RVT or veterinarian.
  • Prepare patients, surgical suites, and recovery areas, including shaving, scrubbing, and surgical preparation according to hospital protocols.
  • Clean, wrap, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment using autoclaves and gas sterilizers.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked surgical, prep, and patient care areas.
  • Manage proper labeling, storage, and inventory of surgical instruments, equipment, and medical supplies.
  • Collaborate with veterinary surgeons, RVTs, Veterinary Assistants, and support teams to maintain efficient surgical workflow and exceptional patient care.

What You Bring
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of one year of clinical veterinary experience; veterinary surgery or specialty hospital experience preferred.
  • Strong animal handling, patient restraint, and veterinary patient care skills.
  • Excellent communication, organization, attention to detail, and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced surgical environment.
  • California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) required within 60 days of hire.

Perks & Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 401(k), and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Three weeks of accrued paid time off and uniforms
  • Annual Veterinary Assistant and RVT Continuing Education (CE) allowance
  • VetBloom access with RACE-approved continuing education, training, and curriculum
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health

Location Highlight
Build your veterinary career in beautiful Santa Barbara, with access to beaches, mountains, hiking, dining, and year-round outdoor recreation. AVS is accessible to veterinary professionals throughout Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria, Montecito, Summerland, Ventura, Oxnard, and surrounding Central Coast communities.
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class veterinary medicine and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.
Across our network of more than 140 specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary professionals in hospitals designed for learning, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow clinically, professionally, and personally.
At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and help advance veterinary medicine-together.
Join Us
If you're a Veterinary Assistant, Surgical Veterinary Assistant, Surgery Veterinary Assistant, Specialty Veterinary Assistant, or experienced veterinary support professional looking to develop your skills in veterinary surgery, surgical preparation, patient care, and specialty medicine, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and join the Surgery team at Advanced Veterinary Specialists in Santa Barbara.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

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