Veterinary Care Assistant Salary in California

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How much does a Veterinary Care Assistant make in California? The average Veterinary Care Assistant salary in California is $44,085 as of September 01, 2024, but the range typically falls between $39,756 and $50,415. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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What is a Veterinary Care Assistant?

A Veterinary Care Assistant provides support to veterinarians and veterinary technicians in a clinical setting. They are responsible for assisting with animal care, including feeding, grooming, and exercising animals, as well as cleaning and maintaining animal enclosures. They may also help with administering medications, taking and developing x-rays, and providing basic first aid to animals. Additionally, Veterinary Care Assistants may assist with client communication, scheduling appointments, and maintaining medical records. They play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of animals and the smooth operation of the veterinary clinic.

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Location	Avg. Salary	Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA	Avg. Salary $42,235	Date Updated September 01, 2024
Location Acampo, CA	Avg. Salary $42,836	Date Updated September 01, 2024
Location Acton, CA	Avg. Salary $44,358	Date Updated September 01, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA	Avg. Salary $42,155	Date Updated September 01, 2024
Location Adin, CA	Avg. Salary $41,073	Date Updated September 01, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA	Avg. Salary $43,717	Date Updated September 01, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA	Avg. Salary $42,355	Date Updated September 01, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA	Avg. Salary $39,911	Date Updated September 01, 2024
Location Alameda, CA	Avg. Salary $48,886	Date Updated September 01, 2024
Location Alamo, CA	Avg. Salary $48,766	Date Updated September 01, 2024

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Certified Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant

Animal Dermatology Group Inc - Hillsborough , NJ

S., providing the highest quality of specialty care to pets with acute and chronic skin conditions ... Veterinary Assistant. We are looking for someone with the following qualities

Jobcase.com / Upward.net - 1 day ago

Urgent Care Veterinarian

Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon Inc - Terrebonne , OR

At the Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon, we believe that teamwork, superior patient and ... Provides guidance, day-to-day coaching and direction for team of Technicians and Assistants in the ...

Jobcase.com / Upward.net - 11 days ago

Field-Based Veterinary Technician

Sonicjobs App Ltd. - Los Angeles , CA

... our care, our staff, and for our clients by using low-stress handling techniques * Assist with ... Communicate basic veterinary medical concepts to clients, including, but not limited to vaccine ...

SonicJobs US - 7 days ago

Director, Veterinary Services

Altasciences - West Sacramento , CA

Adequate veterinary and environmental enrichment programs include daily animal care, disease ... • Oversee and assist in the design and implementation of the animal welfare and preventive ...

iHire - 26 days ago

Registered Equine Veterinary Technician

Crossroads Veterinary Clinic - Anderson , CA

... RVT) and Veterinary Assistants (VA) to join our team. Your role as RVT or VA will be actively involved with patient workups, procedures, and patient care for both outpatients and hospitalized ...

iHire - 49 days ago

Veterinary Tehnician

Topanga Veterinary Clinic - Los Angeles , CA

... care and bandaging Performing CPR and first aid when necessary Providing nursing care to ... Assist with inventory management and equipment maintenance Qualifications: Current veterinary ...

iHire - 89 days ago

What does a Veterinary Care Assistant do?

Common responsibilities of a Veterinary Care Assistant

Administering medications and vaccinations to animals

September 04, 2023

Providing basic animal care such as feeding, grooming, and exercising

September 09, 2023

Handling and restraining animals during examinations and procedures

October 09, 2023

Assisting veterinarians with animal examinations and treatments

October 11, 2023

Educating pet owners on proper animal care and medication administration

October 13, 2023

Assisting with euthanasia procedures and providing support to grieving pet owners.

October 22, 2023

Assisting with surgical procedures and post-operative care

October 27, 2023

Assisting with laboratory procedures such as blood tests and urinalysis

November 02, 2023

Cleaning and maintaining animal enclosures and veterinary equipment

November 03, 2023

Monitoring and recording vital signs and behavior of animals

November 29, 2023

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California is a state in the Pacific Region of the United States. With 39.6 million residents, California is the most populous U.S. state and the third-largest by area. The state capital is Sacramento. The Greater Los Angeles Area and the San Francisco Bay Area are the nation's second and fifth most populous urban regions, with 18.7 million and 9.7 million residents respectively. Los Angeles is California's most populous city, and the country's second most populous, after New York City. California also has the nation's most populous county, Los Angeles County, and its largest county by area, S...

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