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're growing rapidly—adding new doctors, expanding services, and launching departments—as we prepare to move into our brand-new, state-of-the-art 45,000 sq. ft. hospital.

As part of our 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

Overview:
Surgery Veterinary Technicians Patient Care Personnel are required to assist the practitioners to the fullest possible extent, to help improve the quality of care given to the patients of Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center and to aid the specialists in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of technical work and administrative detail.

Compensation:

• Licensed Technicians (LVT): Starting at $24 hourly, based on experience
• Unlicensed Technicians: Starting at $21 hourly, based on experience

Schedules Available:

• Full Time
• Schedule: TBD

Duties and Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Restraint: Safely restrain pets for exams and treatments; administer medications and treatments per doctor’s orders; monitor post-op recovery and assist with patient hygiene and discharge.
• Anesthesia & Surgery Support: Induce and monitor anesthesia; prepare surgical packs and equipment; assist in minor procedures and ensure post-op areas are cleaned and reset.

Laboratory & Diagnostics: Collect, prepare, and submit lab samples; perform in-house lab tests; record results in patient records.

• Client Communication: Escort clients, record patient histories, explain post-op instructions, and teach clients how to administer medications or fluids.
• Medical Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate treatment logs, patient notes, and invoicing codes; document all interactions and updates.
• Equipment & Facility Maintenance: Clean, maintain, and report issues with equipment (radiology, anesthesia, ICU); assist with inventory and restocking; perform routine cleaning duties.
• Scheduling & Coordination: Schedule appointments and procedures; prepare for daily caseloads by organizing supplies and reviewing next-day needs.
• Collaboration: Communicate effectively with doctors, techs, and other team members; recognize when to escalate questions or issues.

Requirements:

• Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) or experienced Veterinary Assistants with at least 3 years of experience, dedicated to providing outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
• 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 and tuition assistance
• Uniform stipend
• Retirement plan

Why AVES?
Austin Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center (AVES) has been established in the Austin community for 9 years serving the Austin pet community. We are a robust 24/7/365 veterinary facility that offers Emergency, Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, Oncology, Diagnostic Imaging, Interventional Radiology and Cardiology services. In approximately 6 months, we will be relocating our hospital to a new location (within 2.6 miles from our current location) which will allow us to expand our services and provide growth opportunities for our staff. AVES core values of Kindness, Integrity, Collaboration and Consistently are our driving forces that help us provide top notch medical care and customer service to the Austin Community. We have a strong focus on the continued education of our staff through an on-site Education Program that provides job training for our support staff.

We would love to hear from dedicated veterinary professionals who are passionate about making a difference and are excited to grow alongside us. Join our team today and experience the culture you've been looking for!