Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Mississippi

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Veterinary Assistant

  • Mississippi State University (MS)
  • Starkville, MS
  • 11 days ago
  • Starkville, MS
  • 11 days ago

Position Function: To assist the veterinary care team in provision of animal care and treatment for a wide range of animals used in search, teaching and/or client-owned animals. This position will...

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Veterinary Assistant

  • PetVet Care Centers
  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Cat & Cow Veterinary Clinic is currently seeking Veterinary Assistants to join their team!...

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Experienced Veterinary Assistant or Technician

  • Animal Wellness Center
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 60+ days ago

Minimum of 2 years experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician in a clinical setting Proficiency in animal handling, venipuncture, catheter placement, and anesthesia monitoring Strong...

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Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Veterinary Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Antimicrobial Stewardship in Veterinary Practice
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Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession
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Becoming a Student Assistant: Teaching and Mentoring
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Salary for Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Mississippi

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinary Assistant positions.

Highest Education Level

Veterinary Assistants in Mississippi offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.7%
High School or GED
25.7%
Associate's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.5%
Master's Degree
3.4%
Some College
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some High School
1.9%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Assistants in Mississippi
Less than 1 year
43.4%
None
35.2%
4-6 years
9.7%
2-4 years
8.8%
1-2 years
2.9%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Veterinary Assistant position

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