Animal Health Technician Salary in Houston, TX

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How much does an Animal Health Technician make in Houston, TX? The average Animal Health Technician salary in Houston, TX is $41,602 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $39,873 and $46,379. 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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Veterinary Technician

Firehouse Animal Health Center Kyle - Kyle , TX

Veterinary Technician Rate: $17-$23 per hour Firehouse Animal Health Centers is looking for Veterinary Technicians to join our team. Firehouse is a full-service veterinary hospital that provides ...

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Animal Technician (Part-Time)

OmniAb - Dixon , CA

About This Role We are seeking a part-time Animal Technician who will be responsible for monitoring daily animal health and welfare while performing animal husbandry duties to maintain the quality ...

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Veterinary Technician

Good Hope Animal Hospital - Mechanicsburg , PA

Good Hope Animal Hospital is looking to add a compassionate and skilled Licensed Veterinary ... Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) * Continuing education yearly ...

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Experienced Veterinary Technician - $23+/hour

Black Mountain Animal Hospital - San Diego , CA

Enter Black Mountain Animal Hospital . Family owned and operated since 1987 and managed by a non ... Support for your physical & mental wellness: 50% covered health insurance, low cost dental & vision

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Animal Care Technician (ACT)

Peninsula Humane Society - San Mateo , CA

Animal Care Technician FLSA Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt; Union Salary: $21.22 - $23.00 per hour ... It is our mission is to build healthy relationships between people and animals. PHS/SPCA is truly ...

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Pet Boarding/Daycare Animal Care Technician

My Pet's Vet - San Antonio - San Antonio , TX

My Pet's Place in San Antonio, Texas is looking for an animal care technician/ receptionist with ... Health and Dental Care Plans E04JI8009m2r406iqet

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What does an Animal Health Technician do?

Common responsibilities of an Animal Health Technician

Follow all hospital standard procedures and protocols, both current and future, as contained within the training manuals or as written or communicated by doctors or other supervisory staff.

August 31, 2022

Prepares culture media, chemicals, standard and buffer solutions.

September 08, 2022

Requires dexterity in handling delicate instruments and hazardous materials and the ability to accurately discern colors and measure laboratory materials.

September 16, 2022

Maintains the highest level of professionalism and respect when dealing with other staff members, guests, and regulatory representatives.

December 08, 2022

Assist in developing procedures aimed at improving program functions within the research environment and compliance with regulatory entities.

February 19, 2023

Hands-on experience using a laptop PC for PLC, servo, and VFD troubleshooting and repairing machine controls and circuitry per NEC.

February 19, 2023

Understand and perform necropsy techniques and other diagnostic or clinical diagnostic techniques.

March 16, 2023

Provides guidance to others regarding handling, immobilization, anesthesia, analgesia, aseptic surgical technique, euthanasia, and post-surgical care for animals.

March 20, 2023

Performs a variety of technical duties involved in support of tests, experiments and determinations to obtain data in support of research activities.

April 16, 2023

Monitor the health and welfare of animals within the shelter and provide medical care under the direction of staff veterinarians.

April 28, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Animal Health Technician in Houston, TX

Average Base Salary

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39873

46379

41602

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46379

41602

What is the average salary for Animal Health Technician in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Animal Health Technician in Houston, TX. The base salary for Animal Health Technician ranges from $39,873 to $46,379 with the average base salary of $41,602. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $39,873 to $46,379 with the average total cash compensation of $41,602.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$41,602	$39,873 - $46,379
Bonus	$0	$0 - $0
Total Pay	$41,602	$39,873 - $46,379

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Animal Health Technician Salary Near Houston, TX

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Pasadena, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,301 - $46,877	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Galveston, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,485 - $47,091	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Beaumont, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $38,557 - $44,848	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Port Arthur, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $37,774 - $43,937	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Lake Charles, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,024 - $41,902	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Austin, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,098 - $45,477	COMPARE TO Houston, TX

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About Houston, Texas

Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city has a total area of 627 square miles (1,620 km2); this comprises 599.59 square miles (1,552.9 km2) of land and 22.3 square miles (58 km2) covered by water. The Piney Woods are north of Houston. Most of Houston is located on the gulf coastal plain, and its vegetation is classified as temperate grassland and forest. Much of the city was built on forested land, marshes, swamp, or prairie and are all still visible in surrounding areas.[citation need...

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About Houston, Texas Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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