Veterinary Assistant Salary in Rye, Colorado

Veterinary Assistant Salary in Rye, CO

How much does a Veterinary Assistant make in Rye, CO? The average Veterinary Assistant salary in Rye, CO is $32,145 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $25,901 and $38,774. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $20,216 Rye,CO May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $25,901 Rye,CO May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $32,145 Rye,CO May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $38,774 Rye,CO May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $44,810 Rye,CO May 28, 2024
25% $25,901 10% $20,216 90% $44,810 75% $38,774 $32,145 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Veterinary Technician

Greenwood Village Veterinary Clinic - Englewood, CO

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Registered Veterinary Technician - Urgent Care

Evergreen Animal Hospital - Evergreen, CO

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CERTIFIED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Buffalo Mountain Animal Hospital - Montezuma, CO

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Nephrology, Urology Certified Veterinary Technician, CASE

Ethos Veterinary Health - Boulder, CO

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What skills does a Veterinary Assistant need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Commitment: An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.

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Anesthesia: Administering and controlling sedations and narcotics to help patients relieve pain during various surgeries and treatments.

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Appointment Scheduling: Appointment scheduling software or meeting scheduling tools allows businesses and professionals to manage appointments and bookings.

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Commitment 5.18%
Anesthesia 3.46%
Appointment Scheduling 2.09%
Others 89.27%

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Job Description for Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Job Openings for Veterinary Assistant in Rye, CO
  • Greenwood Village Veterinary Clinic - Englewood, CO
    Job Description. General Description of Position. The technician is responsible for client and patient care and for assisting the veterinarian. JOB. REQUIR...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • Evergreen Animal Hospital - Evergreen, CO
    Job Description. General Description of Position. The technician is responsible for client and patient care and for assisting the veterinarian. JOB. REQUIR...
    - 21 Days Ago
  • Buffalo Mountain Animal Hospital - Montezuma, CO
    Buffalo Mountain Animal Hospital has been voted BEST VETERINARY CLINIC in Summit County for 6 years in a row. Nestled in the mountains of the White River N...
    - 1 Day Ago
  • Ethos Veterinary Health - Boulder, CO
    Are you interested in working in a fun and fast-paced specialty and emergency hospital. Colorado Animal Specialty and Emergency (CASE). is a fast-growing, ...
    - 4 Days Ago
  • Royal Vista Veterinary Specialists - Windsor, CO
    Description. Position at Royal Vista Veterinary Specialists. Royal Vista Veterinary Specialists is hiring a Janitor/ Housekeeper to join our OUTSTANDING te...
    - 1 Day Ago

Career Path for Veterinary Assistant

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For Veterinary Assistant, the first career path typically progresses to Horse Rider/Exerciser.

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Veterinary Assistant Pay Difference by Location

Veterinary Assistant salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Veterinary Assistant, the highest Veterinary Assistant salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Veterinary Assistant salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Veterinary Assistant salary is in Miami, FL, where the Veterinary Assistant salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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