Veterinary Assistants for hire in Columbia, MO

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    11%
    Time Management
    6%
    Organizational Skills
    6%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree
    36%
    High school diploma or GED
    29%
    Associate's degree
    22%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    50%
    3-5 years
    20%
    Less than a year
    10%
  • Current company

    • University of Missouri
    • University of Missouri veterinary health center
    • University of Missouri-Columbia
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year
    43%
    2-5 years
    29%
    1-2 years
    14%

Browse Indeed's database of 394 profiles for Veterinary Assistants in Columbia, MO

Last updated: Oct 23, 2026

Veterinary Assistant: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Columbia, MO: $41,618 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $33,009 – $52,472 yearly

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  • Veterinary Technician Assistant

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Gaseous SterilizationAEDEquipment SterilizationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPR+2 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsVeterinary Assistant ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsVeterinary Technician ExperienceCPR
  • Vet Assistant

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPR

    Skills

    Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsPet Care
  • Animal Keeper - Exotics and Hoofstock

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDVeterinary Technician CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's License

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsVeterinary Assistant ExperienceVeterinary TerminologyVeterinary Technician Experience
  • Animal Care Worker

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's License

    Skills

    Communication SkillsVeterinary Assistant ExperienceLeadershipCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportCleaning
  • Veterinary Technician

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Veterinary Technician CertificationDriver's License

    Skills

    Veterinary Technician ExperienceOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsTriageIncident Prioritization Procedures
  • Vet Assistant

    Columbia, Missouri

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Veterinary Technician ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHousekeeping AssistanceCleaning

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What's the average time to fill a veterinary assistant role?

The average time to fill a veterinary assistant role is 90 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do veterinary assistants tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a veterinary assistant include: communication skills, time management and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for veterinary assistants?

Common licenses or certifications for veterinary assistants include: Driver's License, CPR and AED.

What are some job titles related to veterinary assistants?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to veterinary assistants include: vet assistant, veterinary technician assistant and certified veterinary assistant.

What level of education is common for a veterinary assistant?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a veterinary assistant in Columbia, MO, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a veterinary assistant?

Most veterinary assistants have 13 years of professional experience.

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