Veterinary Technician Jobs in Greensburg, PA

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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Research Veterinary Technician / SEIU - E

  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 14 hours ago

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Graduate of a Veterinary Technician or Assistant program 1 year of veterinary experience Knowledge of standard animal husbandry equipment operation An equivalent combination of...

Veterinary Technologist - Comparative Medicine

  • New Kensington, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Kensington, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Under the direction of the Director of Training, coordinate and provide hands-on training to research staff, animal care personnel, and students....

Commissary Technician

  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Incumbent will be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing associated areas such as hallways, surgical suites, procedure rooms, kitchens, doing dishes, storage areas, etc. within the animal care facility...

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Lower Burrell, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lower Burrell, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 11 days ago

The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Venipuncture catheter placement radiology anesthesia monitoring physical examinations and patient assessment surgical preparation...

Credentialed Veterinarian Technician

  • Belle Vernon, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Belle Vernon, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 20 days ago

We are looking for a new Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our team!...

Overnight Veterinary Technician

  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 21 days ago

VCA Northview Animal Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic veterinary technician to join our Overnight care team full time!...

Animal Care Technician I

  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 22 days ago

Provides animal care to laboratory animals, including feeding, watering, enrichment, health observations and basic medical treatments....

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 29 days ago

The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Venipuncture catheter placement radiology anesthesia monitoring physical examinations and patient assessment surgical preparation...

Animal Care Specialist

  • Monroeville, PA (13 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Monroeville, PA (13 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 30+ days 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...

Veterinary Technician

  • Monroeville, PA (13 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Monroeville, PA (13 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Full job description *terms and conditions apply #registered vet technician (RVT) #licensed veterinary technician (LVT) #veterinary technician specialists (VTS) #certified veterinary technician (CVT...

Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician - Pittsburgh, PA

  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 30+ 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...

Cagewash Technician I

  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

Performs cagewash, sanitization, and equipment maintenance. Processes soiled animal bedding and waste, sterilizes and prepares clean caging, and maintains accurate logs. Performs routine...

Urgent Care Veterinary Technician

  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

Each of our paperless clinics is specially designed to deliver efficient care and equipped with cloud-based EMR, digital x-ray, and a full suite of IDEXX in-house lab equipment....

Part-Time Patient Care Technician - 6A Surgical

  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (19 miles from Greensburg, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

In addition, must perform simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections, peripheral IV catheter removal, and indwelling Foley catheter removal, phlebotomy...

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Greensburg, PA

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Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Greensburg, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.1%
Associate's Degree
27.4%
High School or GED
20.4%
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 Greensburg, PA
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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