Veterinary Assistants for hire in Pittsburgh, PA
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1,048
candidates
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Most popular skills
- Communication Skills
- 10%
- Veterinary Technician Experience
- 8%
- Veterinary Assistant Experience
- 7%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 36%
- Bachelor's degree
- 29%
- Associate's degree
- 26%
Years of experience
- 6-10 years
- 40%
- More than 10 years
- 30%
- 3-5 years
- 20%
Current company
Banfield Pet Hospital
MedVet
BluePearl Pet Hospital
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 57%
- Less than a year
- 29%
- More than 5 years
- 14%
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Last updated: Nov 8, 2026
Veterinary Assistant: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Pittsburgh, PA: $42,932 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $34,135 – $53,996 yearly
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Vet Assistant
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Lifeguard ExperienceLifeguard TrainingFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRNon-CDL Class CSkills
Veterinary Assistant ExperienceOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceTime ManagementVeterinary Technician ExperienceVeterinary Technician
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsVeterinary Technician ExperienceTime ManagementMedical TerminologyAnimal RestraintAnimal CatheterizationCertified Veterinary Technician
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Veterinary Technician CertificationDriver's LicenseVeterinary Technician ExperienceSkills
Veterinary Assistant ExperienceVeterinary Technician ExperienceVeterinary TerminologyPet CareKennel ExperiencePet Care Facility ExperienceVeterinary Technician
West Mifflin, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLabelingPackagingDiagnostic Imaging EquipmentRadiologyVeterinary Technician/Assistant
Carnegie, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationCPRBLSSkills
Communication SkillsAdministrative Experience Within HealthcareMedical Office ExperienceMedical Administrative SupportFront DeskOffice ExperienceAnimal Care Volunteer
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseSkills
Food PreparationPackingManual PackagingPackagingPicking & PackingAnimal Handling
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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 91 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 technician experience and veterinary assistant experience.
What licenses or certifications are common for veterinary assistants?
Common licenses or certifications for veterinary assistants include: Driver's License, Veterinary Technician Certification and CPR.
What are some job titles related to veterinary assistants?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to veterinary assistants include: veterinary technician, veterinary technician/assistant and vet assistant.
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 Pittsburgh, PA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a veterinary assistant?
Most veterinary assistants have 8 years of professional experience.
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