Internal Medicine Vet Assistant — Hands-On Care & Labs

Ethos Discovery; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

HSA / FSA

Life and Disability insurance

PTO and Holidays

Pet discount

Professional development

Uniform stipend

Retirement plan

Job summary

Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center (AVES) is expanding and hiring for an Internal Medicine Assistant in a state-of-the-art 45,000 sq.ft. hospital. The role supports practitioners and licensed technicians in a fast-paced, comprehensive veterinary setting.

Starting at $19/hr+ based on experience, with a full benefits package including 401(k), health/dental/vision, HSA/FSA, PTO, and professional development opportunities. This is a full-time position with a Tuesday–Friday shift schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) required; multilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient restraint and follow safety protocols for exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Support technicians with inpatient, outpatient, triage, anesthesia, and transport tasks.
• Assist in post-operative care, patient recovery, and ongoing treatments.
• Prepare lab samples, manage invoicing, and assist with patient admissions and discharges.
• Escort clients, record patient history and vitals, and assist doctors during exams.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in exam rooms, radiology, and CT suites.
• Ensure PPE is inspected annually and help with end-of-day and discharge duties.
• Support ultrasounds and other diagnostic procedures under technician guidance.
• Perform and prepare lab tests using Idexx and Antech; manage lab forms and shipments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and file lab results.

Skills

1 year veterinary experience

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Fluent English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center (AVES) is expanding and hiring for an Internal Medicine Assistant in a state-of-the-art 45,000 sq.ft. hospital. The role supports practitioners and licensed technicians in a fast-paced, comprehensive veterinary setting.

Starting at $19/hr+ based on experience, with a full benefits package including 401(k), health/dental/vision, HSA/FSA, PTO, and professional development opportunities. This is a full-time position with a Tuesday–Friday shift schedule.