Veterinary Technician Jobs Forum

Get new comments by email
You can cancel email alerts at anytime.

Current Discussions (122) - Start a Discussion

CindyRVT

Updated 54 minutes ago

laws are slowly changing doctors putting a boundary between vet tech and vet assist - 69 Replies

That is a question that you are going to have to take up directly with the state veterinary licensing board in Oklahoma.

sarahtonin86

Updated 1 day ago

Best/Worst Distance Learning Vet Tech Schools? - 396 Replies

I am in the Penn Foster program and have no complaints thus far. You pick what class times will fit your schedule, the teachers are great, and I have...

Lisa W

Updated 4 days ago

Are Vet Tech's really that underpaid? - 3 Replies

I have a question sort of relating to this. I'm just looking at becoming a vet assistant, but I can only learn so much from my job. If you're...

Stream Valley Veterinary Hospital

LVT and/or DVM student practicum/mentorship/shadowing

Our small/exotic animal hospital is ramping up our mentorship/shadowing program again! We are accepting applications for any who need on-the-floor...

Rebecca Efrem

Updated 11 days ago

Show me the money... - 78 Replies

Thank you so much Cindy! Those are some very helpful tips.

Harlem117

Updated 11 days ago

What are the CONS of being a vet tech? - 94 Replies

[QUOTE who="anna in Shreveport, Louisiana"]You need to read over Penn Foster. If im not mistaken it not a accredited school for Vet tech. They don't...

cherylak1

Updated 12 days ago

Do you get sufficient practical training via Online Vet Tech Schools ? - 21 Replies

[QUOTE who="SJC Student in Long Beach, California"]cherylak1 inMount Pleasant, PA: Having gone the same route, I can offer this advice: Talk with...

Melissa

Updated 12 days ago

Thinking about going to school to become a Vet Tech, questions & thoughts..?? - 44 Replies

I'm so discouraged from the amount of money they make. It scares me to jump into a career path that I'll have to struggle in.

Lynne

Provisional Accreditation

I want to start school at Vet Tech Institute and it says that its only provisional accredited with the AVMA. Will I be able to take my National...

Pafoua

Updated 17 days ago

Getting ahead... - 13 Replies

[QUOTE who="snowy in Saint Paul, Minnesota"]I got a job working for the Mayo Clinic in Rochester Minnesota as a Vet Tech, starting pay was $19.30 -...

CindyRVT

Updated 19 days ago

How Competitive is Colorado for Vet Techs? - 1 Reply

I would highly recommend that you contact the Colorado Veterinary Technician Association with your questions. They are in a much better position to...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 1 month ago

College Graduate wanting to become vet tech - 15 Replies

I recently graduated from a four year university in sociology. I have a passion for animals and would like to become a vet tech. I am shadowing a vet...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 1 month ago

Job search websites? - 1 Reply

Can anyone recommend any sites besides indeed and craigslist if I want to search for a vet assistant/tech job? Thanks

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 1 month ago

Discouraged, any vet techs out there with opinions ?? - 5 Replies

I am really stuck in the middle as of what to go to school for. My original path was to go to Vet tech school for 2 years and become a RVT. I love...

Christy in Manhattan, Kansas

Updated 1 month ago

Why NOT to choose this profession. - 52 Replies

Ok i understand some people may have a different experience than my own, but I have seen this happen many times. I have been a licensed vet tech...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 1 month ago

VTNE ( Boards Exam) - 26 Replies

Hello, I graduate this year from college with a degree in Veterinary Technology and I'm now taking my state boards again for the second time. I was...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 1 month ago

Online transfer courses? - 1 Reply

I started a vet tech program in the fall and unfortunately failed my A&P lab section, now I wont be able to take it over until next year which is 8...

readyTech! in Scranton, Pennsylvania

Updated 2 months ago

Being licensed in one state, then moving to another state.. - 10 Replies

So I am currently an RVT in Indiana. Let's say I were to move to Michigan. I know I would have to take their law exam to become an RVT or LVT,...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 2 months ago

Starting school at age 55... - 2 Replies

I would like to know if anyone else has pursued this in their fifties as I am goiong to. I have raised beef for the past 15 years and have done much...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 3 months ago

Has anyone here done a working interview? - 11 Replies

So I went in today and did a working interview for a clinic in Indy. Has anyone on here ever done one (I am assuming at least SOME people have,...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 3 months ago

Wanting to work in the USA - 42 Replies

Hey i'm a VT from australlia i have been a VT for 15yrs and was wondering what i need to do to be able to work in the UAS

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 4 months ago

Online Vet Tech starting in the spring. - 1 Reply

Is it true that you can only start the vet tech program at SJC in the fall? I was looking to get a degree in that field however I am not looking...

Morgan in Keithville, Louisiana

Updated 4 months ago

Which Online School? - 3 Replies

So I have applied and been accepted to San Juan, Now here is my question, IF I do the online classes, will I now have to wait until spring term to...

CindyMG in Osseo, Minnesota

Corporate Culture at Abercrombie & Fitch, Hollister

Hi Everyone, I am interested to know what is the Corporate at A+F. With all of the publicity that A+F has attracted, I would love to hear from you,...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 4 months ago

Trying to find a vet to let me shadow vet tech - 1 Reply

Has anyone had any luck tying to shadow a vet tech in a veterinary practice? I work days full time (non-veterinary related) and go to school part...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 4 months ago

Difference between vet technician and vet technologist? - 2 Replies

I was wondering if someone could tell me the difference between a veterinary technician and a veterinary technologist? Does one make more money than...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 5 months ago

Vet tech mommies! - 3 Replies

Id love to hear from Mommies that worked thru the pregnancy! Im 8wks along with my first and can not find any good info regarding iso and waste gas...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 5 months ago

Accreditation - 6 Replies

Recently I have been looking into finally pursuing a job as a veterinary tech..unfortunately there are not many options in southern florida as far as...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 5 months ago

Vet Tech Institute - 3 Replies

I was wondering if I could get anyone's opinion on VTI? Pros and cons. Be honest! I am considering on enrolling there for their October class. Any...

KATtheDogLover in Long Beach, California

Updated 6 months ago

Vet tech and disabilities - 1 Reply

I was wondering how difficult being a vet tech is physically. I was in a car accident almost two years ago and have some problems with my feet, but...

BrittneyCVPM ("Get over yourself") in Boca Raton, Florida

Updated 6 months ago

How can i start my own vet clinic - 5 Replies

i'm thinking about going to school to be a veternary technician,but i don't want to work for nobody want to start my own clinic or animal shelter...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 6 months ago

Having a life outside of work...(are your hours too erratic?) - 1 Reply

Hi, I've been working as a stablehand for some years now and am looking for a change. I believe I would love the work of a vet tech...I have the...

Christy in Manhattan, Kansas

Updated 6 months ago

Is pay improving at all for Vet Techs? - 2 Replies

Hello. My name is Brianna, and I'm a Senior in High School. I'm thinking about going to college to be a Vet Tech. Honestly, it's the only job I can...

KS_08 in Roseville, California

Updated 7 months ago

Veterinary Technician degree and Physical Therapist Assistant degree at the same time? - 2 Replies

I realize this question might seem odd. I have come to a point in my life where I am looking for a new career. I have had certificates in the...

brooke in Wilmington, North Carolina

Updated 7 months ago

Bachelor programs online? - 13 Replies

So I am really wanting to extend my education and get my bachelor degree. Mainly because I want to specialize in emergency and critical care and I'm...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 7 months ago

Job interview for vet assistant, non-certified VT job - 14 Replies

So, I am interviewing for a vet assistant job and was wondering what to expect. I have not worked in a vet office in any capacity although I have...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 7 months ago

Vet Tech then Vet? - 2 Replies

Can you start out being a vet tech and continue your education to become a vet? Or do you need to shoot for one or the other in the beginning?

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 9 months ago

Getting hired - 14 Replies

I have absolutely no experience being a vet tech, but am very motivated to become one. I am seriously considering going to vet tech school. How can...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 10 months ago

Vet Tech Schools in SE Michigan - 1 Reply

I am considering applying to Wayne County Community College for their tech program, since it's affiliated with WSU and they have evening classes, but...

Bill O'Leary in Chatsworth, California

Updated 11 months ago

Right after high school - 22 Replies

Is there anyone there that went to vet tech school right after high school? I'm a freshmen in college and am really considering this as a career,...

KAT the Dog Lover in Long Beach, California

Updated 12 months ago

Vet Tech Career - 2 Replies

Hi All, I am thinking about switching careers from my current title as a CPA at a big 4 accounting firm...as a corporate auditor. I am so...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 12 months ago

Starting out... - 9 Replies

How did you get your start doing veterinary technician work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position? Do you need a...

Jenn in Rochester, New York

Updated 12 months ago

Got Let Go from First Job- Need Advice, Please! - 2 Replies

I was let go from my first tech job about six months ago and I'm having some real trouble finding another one. I've been on about 10 interviews since...

JB in Ellicott City, Maryland

Updated 12 months ago

WHERE DO I BEGiN??? VET TECH schooling - 4 Replies

So after looking at online programs and courses I have it somewhate narrowed down to two options. There is Penn Foster and Mt SAC. I have ZERO...

Kathy, RVT in Skipperville, Alabama

Updated 13 months ago

On Line Schools, and Modified Knots?? - 4 Replies

We have two tech students from an online school doing some of their practicals at our practice. They are required to do a Modified Knotts for HW. ...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 13 months ago

SPC College for Vet Tech Program? Also, AA vs. BA? Volunteering at the SPCA? - 1 Reply

Hello! I have a few questions. Have any of you attended SPC? DO you reccommend the program? I see they have a BS option. Are there any advantes of...

crystal in Saint Michael, Minnesota

Updated 14 months ago

Finding a vet assistant job - 2 Replies

What is the best way to find openings for vet assistant jobs? I have found Indeed to be the best site for posing job openings. Should I just call...

Paisley in Stillwater, Oklahoma

Updated 14 months ago

Is it worth it? - 1 Reply

I'm 18 and have recently graduated from high school. I have been thinking about becoming a vet tech. The last semester of my senior year I...

CindyRVT in Henderson, Texas

Updated 15 months ago

Vet Service Job - 1 Reply

I recently got a job working at a pet grooming, boarding, and daycare center, as well as observing and volunteering at an animal hospital. I am only...

Considering in Reading, Pennsylvania

Vet hospital positions

I am wondering what type of pay I could expect if working administration within a vet office? How difficult would it be to reach a salary of 38-40k...

Page:  1  2  3  Next »

What's great about where you work? If you could change one thing about your job, what would it be? Got a question? Share the best and worst about what you do and where you work by joining a discussion or starting your own.

RSS Feed Icon Subscribe to this forum as an RSS feed.

Start a Discussion

change location - create a profile
User Name
 in Beverly Hills, California
Your Topic
Your Comment
Your Email Address
Enter the numbers you see in the box.
CAPTCHA Image

Be Reasonable! Be Polite! Please read our Terms of Service and Forum Rules, where it notes that you are responsible for your own comments. You may post anonymously - but we reserve the right to remove inappropriate comments at any time.

Moderate this forum