How much does a Veterinary Care Assistant make in Roanoke, VA? The average Veterinary Care Assistant salary in Roanoke, VA is $36,743 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $33,136 and $42,018. 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 Roanoke, VA
UrgentVet - Oro Valley , AZ
Our clinic is seeking a Full-time Senior Veterinary Assistant to help provide outstanding patient care, team leadership, and client service in a fast-paced, state-of-the-art urgent care clinic. Click ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 2 days ago
Seatown Veterinary Care is a private practice that was opened in 2016 by Dr. Kari Emery, who is a ... We currently have 4 Veterinarians, 2 Licensed Veterinary Technicians, 4 Veterinary Assistants, 5 ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 81 days ago
Cornell Center Animal Hospital - Beaverton , OR
Our goal is to give the best quality veterinary care while allowing our staff to have a great work-life balance.Cornell Center is looking to hire a part-time or full-time Veterinary Assistant to ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 2 days ago
Town and Country Animal Hospital - Portland , OR
CERTIFIED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN or EXPERIENCED VETERINARY ASSISTANT We are looking to add aFull ... Provide professional, efficient, quality medical care and exceptional service to clients while ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 9 days ago
BoosterPet, LLC - Bonney Lake , WA
BoosterPet Assistants Wanted BoosterPet is looking for passionate and experienced Veterinary ... Urgent Care is ideal for pets who need to be seen by a veterinarian and their condition is not life ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 1 day ago
The Village Veterinary Hospital - Thousand Oaks , CA
WANTED, experienced, mature, and qualified Veterinary Assistant/Technician needed for a progressive ... Provide nursing care to hospitalized animals * Educate pet owners on proper animal care and ...
ZipRecruiter - 3 days ago
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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
33136
42018
36743

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
33177
42130
36769
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 Roanoke, VA. The base salary for Veterinary Care Assistant ranges from $33,136 to $42,018 with the average base salary of $36,743. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $33,177 to $42,130 with the average total cash compensation of $36,769.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $36,743 $33,136 - $42,018
Bonus $26 $41 - $112
Total Pay $36,769 $33,177 - $42,130
* 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 Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Lynchburg, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,892 - $41,709 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Beckley, WV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,379 - $41,059 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Greensboro, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,272 - $43,459 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE High Point, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,477 - $43,719 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Winston Salem, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,391 - $43,610 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Burlington, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $34,121 - $43,268 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Veterinary Assistant LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $24,982 MAXIMUM SALARY $37,398
JOB TITLE Veterinary Clinic Assistant LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $25,001 MAXIMUM SALARY $37,401
JOB TITLE Veterinary Technician LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $30,807 MAXIMUM SALARY $43,503
JOB TITLE Veterinary Medical Assistant LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $34,724 MAXIMUM SALARY $41,387
JOB TITLE Veterinary Nursing Assistant LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $33,341 MAXIMUM SALARY $47,081
JOB TITLE Veterinary Technician Assistant LOCATION Roanoke, VA MINIMUM SALARY $33,341 MAXIMUM SALARY $47,081
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About Roanoke, Virginia    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.9 square miles (111.1 km2), of which 42.5 square miles (110.1 km2) is la....More

Roanoke, Virginia  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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