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Working as a Veterinary Technician

What's it like to work as a Veterinary Technician? Read testimonies from real people who work as a Veterinary Technician—everything from work-life balance to career satisfaction. Hear from an expert and see top companies to work for as a Veterinary Technician.

Veterinary Technician Ratings

6K Veterinary Technician reviews for 3K companies

Work/Life Balance
2.9 ★
Compensation & Benefits
3.0 ★
Career Opportunity
3.1 ★
Number of Jobs on Glassdoor

655 Veterinary Technician Jobs

Veterinary Technician Reviews

What do Veterinary Technician professionals have to say about their job? Read through 6K Veterinary Technician reviews for 3K companies.
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Sydney Vital
Vet
Oct 11, 2021

“Great friendly happy warm cheerful”

VCAVCA
Veterinary Assistant
Aug 18, 2022

“Relatively happy working here”

Park Slope Veterinary CenterPark Slope Veterinary Center
Vet Technician Assistant
Aug 4, 2021

“Friendly atmosphere happy”

Thrive Pet HealthcareThrive Pet Healthcare
Lead Registered Veterinary Technician
Feb 2, 2022

“I enjoy helping animals and my team”

Top Companies for Veterinary Technician

VCA Canada
VCA Canada
3.0 ★
214 Jobs
162 Reviews
239 Salaries

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VetStrategy
VetStrategy
2.8 ★
102 Jobs
91 Reviews
204 Salaries

Take your career to new heights. A career with VetStrategy is anything but ordinary. Our work is something we’re truly excited about. Every day, we make an impact in the lives of others with veterinary care backed by a team of professionals who love what they do. From Vancouver Island to Newfoundland, we have opportunities across Canada to fuel your passion. The possibilities are endless for you to do the most meaningful work of your career. Let us help you find your perfect role. There are jobs and then there’s us. This is your moment to do the kind of work you find meaningful. Grab the opportunity to challenge yourself, push boundaries and learn new skills. Surround yourself with peers who will inspire you, and be inspired by you, to shape the future of veterinary care. You’ll be part of a team that supports professional development and you’ll be provided with opportunities to grow throughout your career. Why VetStrategy We work in an industry we’re incredibly passionate about. It aligns with our values and it is people (and pet!) focused. It’s who we are – we bring the know how and support so you can focus on what really matters – your patients. We have over 5,500+ dedicated staff and 1000+ veterinarians and mentors in over 290+ hospitals. What’s more, we're growing across all nine provinces! We are committed to providing pets with the best care possible. We have all types of hospitals in our network where you can explore different paths in your career (including 24 hour, Large Animal, as well as Speciality & Emergency Hospitals). Plus, we are 100% Canadian-operated. Canada is your playground, where do you want to go?

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IDEXX Laboratories
IDEXX Laboratories
3.6 ★
194 Jobs
1K Reviews
2K Salaries

10,000 people, one global focus - enhancing the health and well-being of pets, people, and livestock. We are passionate about what we do at IDEXX – and why wouldn’t we be? When you’re working to raise the standard of care for pets, make drinking water safe for billions and keep our livestock population around the globe healthy and free of disease, it’s no wonder that what we do each day is more than just a job. There’s energy across IDEXX that is contagious – where caring and committed people come together to make things better. IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDXX), a member of the S&P 500, is a leader in pet healthcare innovation, serving practicing veterinarians around the world with a broad range of diagnostic and information technology-based products and services. Headquartered in southern Maine, we conduct operations through more than 70 locations around the world and serve customers in over 175 countries. Our primary business focuses on pet health, a growing market around the world. Our products —in-clinic diagnostic tests and instrumentation, reference laboratory and telemedicine consultation services, and practice management software—enhance the ability of veterinarians to provide advanced medical care, improve staff efficiency, and build more economically successful practices. We also develop and manufacture diagnostic tests and information for the global production animal industry, including poultry and livestock, as well as tests for the quality and safety of water and milk. IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

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