Veterinary Technician Jobs in Clarksburg, CA

A Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, providing essential support to veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals with various health issues. They are responsible for performing a variety of procedures, such as drawing blood, administering medication, preparing animals and equipment for surgery, and assisting during surgical procedures. Veterinary Technicians also conduct laboratory tests and interpret the results, monitor anesthesia and recovery, and educate pet owners on pet care and health issues. They work in a range of settings, including veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, and zoos.

Before becoming a Veterinary Technician, a person may work as a veterinary assistant, animal caretaker, or kennel attendant. To qualify as a Veterinary Technician, one must possess an associate's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited institution. Some regions require Veterinary Technicians to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) to become licensed or certified. Additionally, they should have strong technical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine love for animals. They should also be capable of handling stressful situations and making quick decisions in emergency situations.

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Radiation Oncology Animal Health Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH) University of California Davis

  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Apply By Date 05/15/2025 by 11:59 pm Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license....

Community Surgery Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH) University of California Davis

  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Perform and instruct students in proper anesthetic and surgical preparation techniques. Take radiographs and assist with ultrasound examinations of patients....

Small Animal Patient Care Intermediate And General Ward Technician (ANML HEALTH TCHN 3 VMTH) University of California Davis

  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

Experience working in a Small Animal Hospital as a veterinary technician. Experience administering medications. Experience collecting blood....

Registered Veterinary Technician

  • Sacramento, CA (12 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA (12 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of Aseptic surgical techniques, animal care and husbandry Anesthesia techniques Sterilization and surgical pack preparation procedures Disease symptoms of domestic animals Euthanasia techniques...

Paid Veterinary Technician Extern

  • Sacramento, CA (12 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA (12 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Learn all aspects of hospital organization and function by observing and participating in procedures with the coach veterinary technician or doctor....

Animal Care Specialist

  • Antelope, CA (24 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Antelope, CA (24 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview As an Operations Specialist in Animal Care, your role will be to ensure that proper animal care and husbandry is being provided for all companion animals and aquatic life in the Pet...

Animal Care Technician (ANML TCHN)

  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Provide animal care by feeding, watering, and cleaning various animal caging and equipment used in biomedical research and teaching....

Animal Care Technician (ANML TCHN) University of California Davis

  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Provide animal care by feeding, watering, and cleaning various animal caging and equipment used in biomedical research and teaching....

Wind Technician III - Montezuma Wind - Birds Landing, CA

  • Birds Landing, CA (24 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Birds Landing, CA (24 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Requisition ID: 86931 NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products...

Associate Wind Technician - Montezuma - Birds Landing, CA

  • Birds Landing, CA (24 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Birds Landing, CA (24 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Requisition ID: 86937 NextEra Energy Resources is the world's largest generator of renewable energy from the wind and sun, and a world leader in battery storage. We provide energy-related products...

Veterinary Technician - Relief

  • Sacramento, CA (12 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (12 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 14 days ago

About The Vets At The Vets, we're reimagining pet care by bringing compassionate, top-quality veterinary services directly to the comfort of pets' homes. Founded in 2020, our mission is to ease...

Veterinary Assistant (VA) - Internal Medicine

  • Sacramento, CA (12 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (12 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Strong technical skills, including proficiency in venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and laboratory procedures....

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) I and II - Part Time/Relief

  • Sacramento, CA (12 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (12 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 26 days ago

A current California Registered Veterinary Technician License is required for these positions....

Animal Technician - Outdoor Colony (ANML TCHN)

  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Davis, CA (16 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 27 days ago

Provide basic animal care, technical and experimental assistance....

Licensed Veterinary Technician

  • Elk Grove, CA (15 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (15 miles from Clarksburg, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

catheter placement and venipuncture, surgery prep, anaesthesia monitoring Proficient in dental prophylaxis Position Require ments: Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or...

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Clarksburg, CA

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Clarksburg, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.2%
Associate's Degree
27.4%
High School or GED
20.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in Clarksburg, CA
Less than 1 year
50.3%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
10.4%
4-6 years
1.6%


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