The Savvy VetTech

How much money will vet techs make in 2018?

As of January 2018, the average pay for a veterinary technician is:

$14.09/hr, or $31,659/year

The rate ranges from:

$10.23-$18.23 per hour, and $21,467-$41,291 per year

We know that veterinary technicians are a valuable part of every practice. But there is high turnover in the profession and often job dissatisfaction. Most of us in the profession already realize that vet techs deserve higher pay. It is easier to ask for a raise when you know that you truly deserve one. By doing these 10 things and making yourself invaluable to a practice, you can feel sure that at your yearly review you should get that raise, and can feel confident asking!