Shelter Vet Technician: Save Lives & Empower Volunteers

Austin Pets Alive; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement match

Paid holidays & PTO

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support intake-to-placement programs at the PAWS Kyle location in Kyle, Texas.

You will administer vaccines, medications, and treatments, maintain medical records, and assist veterinarians while collaborating with volunteers and shelter teams to ensure pets are placement-ready. The role emphasizes working with a dedicated volunteer-powered team, following APA Medical Protocols, and contributing to high-quality shelter operations.

Qualifications

• Commitment to APA!'s Core Values: Innovation, Respect, Drive, Resourcefulness, Inclusion
• Strong time management and the ability to work independently or collaboratively
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with staff, volunteers, and customers

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, sanitary medical workspace following protocols
• Administer medications, vaccines, preventatives, and treatments accurately
• Maintain thorough electronic medical records for patient histories and treatments
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, and surgical or recovery care
• Collaborate with volunteers and staff to ensure continuity of care and a positive environment

Skills

Core values alignment

Time management

Team collaboration

Volunteer engagement

Adaptability

Tools

ShelterLuv

Waitwhile

Google Workspace

Job description

Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support intake-to-placement programs at the PAWS Kyle location in Kyle, Texas.

You will administer vaccines, medications, and treatments, maintain medical records, and assist veterinarians while collaborating with volunteers and shelter teams to ensure pets are placement-ready. The role emphasizes working with a dedicated volunteer-powered team, following APA Medical Protocols, and contributing to high-quality shelter operations.