Veterinary Technician Jobs in Minnesota

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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Animal Care Specialist

  • Chaska, MN
  • moments ago
  • Chaska, MN
  • moments 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...

Part Time Pharmacy Technician

  • Mankato, MN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 3 hours ago

Job Ref: 169493 Location: Mankato, MN 56001 Location Flexibility: Onsite Category: Retail Job Type: Part-time Job Status: Non-exempt Pay Basis Hourly Pay Range $11.13 - $18.55 Hourly Brand Cub...

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Relief) - Woodbury, MN

  • Woodbury, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodbury, MN
  • 4 days ago

This role will promote learning and growth as an emergency veterinary technician, providing opportunities for advancement towards a Veterinary Technician Specialist certification and participating in...

Aquarist 1 PT

  • Bloomington, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 5 days ago

. + Follow the sites animal care protocols and programs such as understanding the dietary and nutritional needs of animals, proper preparation, and storage of food. + Ability to handle and transport...

Research Vet Tech

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 6 days ago

About the Department Research Animal Resources (RAR) provides the University of Minnesota research community with animal care, procurement services, veterinary knowledge, and maintenance of housing...

Animal Care Technician - Wean to Finish - Fairmont, MN

  • Fairmont, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Fairmont, MN
  • 8 days ago

As an Animal Care Technician Wean to Finish, you'll receive training to provide outstanding animal care and handling and maintain pig herd health and vaccination programs across multiple sites....

Animal Care Technician

  • Olivia, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Olivia, MN
  • 8 days ago

As an Animal Care Technician, you'll receive training to provide outstanding animal care and handling and maintain pig herd health and vaccination programs....

Certified Technician

  • Stillwater, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Stillwater, MN
  • 9 days ago

Certified Technician Job Details Level Experienced Job Location Cornerstone Chevrolet Stillwater - Stillwater, MN Position Type Full Time Education Level 2 Year Degree Salary Range $60000.00 -...

Chrysler Certified Technician

  • Elk River, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Elk River, MN
  • 9 days ago

Chrysler Certified Technician Job Details Level Experienced Job Location Cornerstone Ford/Chrysler - Elk River, MN Position Type Full Time Education Level 2 Year Degree Salary Range $31.00 -...

Lead Surgical Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Baxter, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Baxter, MN
  • 11 days ago

Lakeland Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Lead Surgical Certified Veterinary Technician to join our team! Location: 7372 Woida Rd N....

Animal Technician

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 11 days ago

Assist in maintaining facilities both for animal care and outside evaluations. Work independently to generate and complete tasks and projects....

Dairy Animal Care Technician - 2nd shift

  • Elk River, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Elk River, MN
  • 11 days ago

Job Purpose and Impact The Dairy Animal Care Technician is primarily responsible for the execution of approved protocols for animal studies in a safe, accurate and timely fashion....

Veterinary Technician Research Laboratory

  • Arden Hills, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Arden Hills, MN
  • 11 days ago

If you are passionate about animal care and research, and you thrive in a collaborative,pliance-driven environment, we encourage you to today!...

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • New Hope, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • New Hope, MN
  • 12 days ago

Certified Veterinary Technician, in New Hope, MN - NO SATURDAYS!...

Vet Technician Assistant

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 13 days ago

of the animal care and use program at the University of Minnesota....

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Veterinary Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Minnesota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Minnesota 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 Minnesota
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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