How much does a Veterinary Care Assistant make in Newark, NJ? The average Veterinary Care Assistant salary in Newark, NJ is $45,164 as of September 01, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $40,729 and $51,649. 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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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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Job Openings for Veterinary Care Assistant in Newark, NJ
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 - 9 days ago
Santa Maria Animal Hospital - Santa Maria , CA
... Technician or Assistant, who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine. This is an exceptional ... Santa Maria Animal Hospital is a small animal veterinary clinic providing wellness care including ...
iHire - 62 days ago
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 - 28 days ago
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 - 51 days ago
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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Veterinary Care Assistant in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Veterinary Care Assistant in Newark, NJ. The base salary for Veterinary Care Assistant ranges from $40,729 to $51,649 with the average base salary of $45,164. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $40,783 to $51,787 with the average total cash compensation of $45,196.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $45,164 $40,729 - $51,649
Bonus $32 $54 - $139
Total Pay $45,196 $40,783 - $51,787
* 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.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Newark, NJ
CITY, STATE East Orange, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,801 - $51,740 COMPARE TO Newark, NJ
CITY, STATE West Orange, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,801 - $51,740 COMPARE TO Newark, NJ
CITY, STATE Bloomfield, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,558 - $52,700 COMPARE TO Newark, NJ
CITY, STATE Irvington, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,801 - $51,740 COMPARE TO Newark, NJ
CITY, STATE Union, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,801 - $51,740 COMPARE TO Newark, NJ
CITY, STATE Elizabeth, NJ AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,801 - $51,740 COMPARE TO Newark, NJ
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Veterinary Assistant LOCATION Newark, NJ MINIMUM SALARY $30,717 MAXIMUM SALARY $45,984
JOB TITLE Veterinary Clinic Assistant LOCATION Newark, NJ MINIMUM SALARY $30,801 MAXIMUM SALARY $46,001
JOB TITLE Veterinary Technician LOCATION Newark, NJ MINIMUM SALARY $37,944 MAXIMUM SALARY $53,580
JOB TITLE Veterinary Medical Assistant LOCATION Newark, NJ MINIMUM SALARY $45,485 MAXIMUM SALARY $54,622
JOB TITLE Veterinary Nursing Assistant LOCATION Newark, NJ MINIMUM SALARY $33,578 MAXIMUM SALARY $47,416
JOB TITLE Veterinary Technician Assistant LOCATION Newark, NJ MINIMUM SALARY $33,578 MAXIMUM SALARY $47,416
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About Newark, New Jersey    Newark (/ˈnjuːərk/,[24] locally /njʊərk/)[25] is the most populous city in the U.S. state of New Jersey and the seat of Essex County.[26] As one of th....More

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