Ethos Veterinary Health
Location
Austin, Texas
Salary
$22 - $28 / HOUR
Patient Care Personnel support practitioners by assisting with technical procedures and administrative tasks, ensuring high-quality patient care through monitoring, treatment, and detailed record-keeping throughout hospitalization. Essential duties include patient transport, monitoring vitals, assisting with treatments and procedures like anesthesia induction, administering supportive therapy, and managing samples and supplies.
Candidates must be Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) or experienced Veterinary Assistants with a minimum of two years of experience, dedicated to excellent patient and client care. Strong communication skills in English are required, and prior experience in an Emergency or specialty hospital setting is preferred.
Join Our Growing Team at Austin Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center! Are you a dedicated veterinary technician or technician assistant looking to advance your career in a thriving, collaborative, and progressive environment? At Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (AVES), we have recently expanded—adding new doctors, enhancing our services, and growing our departments—now operating in our brand-new, state-of-the-art 45,000 sq. ft. hospital.
As part of this continued growth, we’re hiring for multiple technician and assistant roles across departments. We’re seeking highly skilled, self-motivated, and team-oriented professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional care in advanced veterinary medicine.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a collaborative, inclusive setting, we are currently seeking skilled veterinary technicians to join our Radiation Oncology Department.
Patient Transport & Monitoring Retrieve, transfer, and escort patients within AVES. Assess and record vitals, food/water intake, urination, bowel movements, and alerts. Round with staff and notify veterinarians of abnormal findings. Treatments & Procedures Induce, maintain, and monitor anesthesia; prepare patients and assist during procedures. Administer IV fluids and provide supportive therapy during and after procedures. Catheter & Sample Management Place and maintain urinary and IV catheters. Collect blood and urine samples; perform lab tests. General Support Maintain cleanliness and organization: stock supplies, laundry, dishes, and patient walking. Perform clerical tasks: document records, type, and manage phone system. Other Duties Perform additional tasks as assigned. Other Skills and Abilities Perform TPR, Doppler blood pressure, SpO₂, EKG, and assist with CVP monitoring. Calculate dosages, unit conversions, and drip rates; prepare and administer oral, topical, ocular, SQ, IM, and IV medications. Assist with continuous rate infusions and maintain IV catheters. Prepare IV fluids with proper equipment, labels, and additives. Collect blood (peripheral and jugular) and urine (expression and cystocentesis). Process and interpret lab tests: PCV/TS, BG, AZO, electrolytes, chemistries, CBC, heartworm, snap tests, blood typing, and crossmatches. Provide oxygen therapy (hood, nasal, cage) and assist with manual ventilation; intubate and support CPR efforts. Apply administrative skills: word processing, forms, file maintenance, dictation, transcription, email, and client/patient record management. Knowledge of common drugs, side effects, controlled substances protocols, and clinic procedures to streamline patient care. Demonstrate social perceptiveness, adapting approach to patient and team needs. About you: Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) or experienced Veterinary Assistants with at least 2 years of experience, dedicated to providing outstanding client service and excellent patient care. Prior experience in Emergency and specialty hospital is preferred. Culture builders—team players eager to promote trust, collaboration, and a positive work environment. Adaptability—individuals willing to go the extra mile to ensure the best patient and client experience. Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus! Benefits Include: 401(k) with matching Health, Dental, and Vision insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Life and Disability insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays Employee Assistance Program and Discounts (including Pet Discount) Professional development Uniform stipend Retirement plan Why AVES? Austin Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center (AVES) has proudly served the Austin pet community for 11 years, delivering exceptional, compassionate care when it matters most. As a thriving 24/7/365 veterinary hospital, we offer a comprehensive range of specialty services including Emergency & Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Interventional Radiology—and now, an exciting addition: a fully integrated Oncology Cancer Center, providing both medical and radiation oncology.
Come join us and be part of a hospital that’s growing, evolving, and making a difference every single day. For more information about our hospital, please visit https://www.austinvets.com
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