Veterinary Assistant Salary in Joliet, Illinois

Veterinary Assistant Salary in Joliet, IL

How much does a Veterinary Assistant make in Joliet, IL? The average Veterinary Assistant salary in Joliet, IL is $34,298 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $27,636 and $41,371. 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 Assistant Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $21,570 Joliet,IL April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $27,636 Joliet,IL April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $34,298 Joliet,IL April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $41,371 Joliet,IL April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $47,811 Joliet,IL April 24, 2024
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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%

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 Joliet, IL
  • Veterinary Specialty Center - Bannockburn, IL
    Description. If you are or want to be an amazing Vet Tech Assistant who wants to make great money working for one of the largest privately owned, single lo...
    - 7 Months Ago
  • Veterinary Specialty Center - Bannockburn, IL
    Description. A neurology position at Veterinary Specialty Center (VSC) is a no-brainer. We have the nerve to be a privately-owned, single-location emergenc...
    - 10 Months Ago
  • Veterinary Specialty Center - Bannockburn, IL
    Description. Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, RVT, and non-certified accepted). If you are an amazing Vet Tech who wants to make great money working for on...
    - 7 Months Ago
  • Veterinary Specialty Center - Bannockburn, IL
    Description: DON’T BE A SMALL COG IN A BIG WHEEL. EXPLORE THE OPPORTUNITY, FEEL THE EXCITEMENT, AND JOIN THE TEAM. MAKE CHICAGO YOUR SWEET HOME. Veterinary...
    - 0 Months Ago
  • Veterinary Specialty Center - Bannockburn, IL
    Description. DON’T BE A SMALL COG IN A BIG WHEEL EXPLORE THE OPPORTUNITY, FEEL THE EXCITEMENT, AND JOIN THE TEAM MAKE CHICAGO YOUR SWEET HOME Veterinary Sp...
    - 9 Months Ago

Career Path for Veterinary Assistant

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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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