Veterinary Assistants for hire in Columbus, OH
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills8%Veterinary Assistant Experience7%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED32%Bachelor's degree32%Associate's degree30%Years of experience
3-5 years40%6-10 years30%More than 10 years20%Current company
The Ohio State University Veterinary Medical Center
Banfield Pet Hospital
VCA Animal Hospitals
Time at current job
2-5 years44%1-2 years33%More than 5 years22%
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Last updated: Oct 23, 2026
Veterinary Assistant: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Columbus, OH: $40,407 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $33,266 – $49,079 yearly
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Veterinary Assistant
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationCPRAnimal CareFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipOrganizational SkillsVeterinary Assistant ExperienceVeterinary TerminologyCommunication SkillsVeterinary Technician ExperienceVeterinary Assistant
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSkills
Veterinary Assistant ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAnimal RestraintPet CareVeterinary Assistant
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRSkills
Veterinary Assistant ExperienceVeterinary Technician ExperienceAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsPublic SpeakingOrganizational SkillsVeterinary Assistant/Receptionist
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Pharmacy Technician CertificationPharmacy Technician LicensePTCB CertificationPharmacy Intern LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsVeterinary Assistant ExperienceVet Assistant
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Veterinary Assistant ExperienceTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipPOSPOS SystemsVeterinary Technician
Columbus, Ohio
Licenses & certifications
Veterinary Technician CertificationDriver's LicenseVeterinary Technician ExperienceLicensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)Skills
Communication SkillsVeterinary Technician ExperienceComputer OperationComputer LiteracyComputer SkillsDriving
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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, veterinary assistant experience 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 First Aid Certification.
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 assistant/csr and veterinary assistant/receptionist.
What level of education is common for a veterinary assistant?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a veterinary assistant in Columbus, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a veterinary assistant?
Most veterinary assistants have 7 years of professional experience.
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