Veterinarian Assistant

Code: 31-9096.00

Also known as: Animal Care Provider, Animal Caregiver, Avian Keeper, Certified Veterinary Assistant, Emergency Veterinary Assistant, Inpatient Technician Assistant, Kennel Vet Assistant (Kennel Veterinary Assistant), Research Animal Attendant, Small Animal Caretaker, Veterinarian Assistant (Vet Assistant)

Description: Veterinarian Assistants help to look after animals as well as perform basic cleanliness and maintenance activities. They typically have at least a high school diploma or its equivalent. They must be good with animals.

Veterinarian Assistant

Typical wages


10% $21,570
25% $25,370
Median $29,930
75% $35,900
90% $41,080
10% $10.37
25% $12.2
Median $14.39
75% $17.26
90% $19.75

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
99,500
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
115,200
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 16,900