How much does a Veterinary Assistant make in Massachusetts? The average Veterinary Assistant salary in Massachusetts is $36,377 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $29,310 and $43,878. 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.

Veterinary Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $22,877 MA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $29,310 MA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $36,377 MA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $43,878 MA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Veterinary Assistant Salary $50,708 MA March 26, 2024
25% $29,310 10% $22,877 90% $50,708 75% $43,878 $36,377 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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.

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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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $35,073 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $35,441 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $35,641 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $35,307 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $35,207 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $37,480 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $35,708 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $37,480 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $37,480 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $36,511 Date Updated March 26, 2024

Career Path for Veterinary Assistant

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