Veterinary Internal Medicine Assistant — Impactful Care

Ethos Veterinary Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; 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

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition assistance

Uniform stipend

Retirement plan

Pet discount

Job summary

Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center (AVES) is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for Internal Medicine to support practitioners and licensed technicians in our 45,000 sq ft hospital. This full-time role emphasizes teamwork, patient welfare, and professional growth.

You will assist with exams, lab work, imaging, anesthesia support, and client communication, delivering compassionate care in a dynamic setting. AVES offers ongoing education and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant is preferred.
• Culture builders—team players who promote trust and collaboration.
• Adaptability—willingness to go the extra mile for patients and clients.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) required; multilingualism is 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 admissions/discharges.
• Escort clients, record patient history and vitals, and assist doctors during exams.
• Maintain cleanliness in exam rooms, radiology, and CT suites.
• Assist with ultrasounds and other diagnostic procedures under supervision.
• Document treatments and communications in medical records.

Skills

Fluent English

Team player

Adaptability

Client service oriented

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center (AVES) is seeking a Veterinary Assistant for Internal Medicine to support practitioners and licensed technicians in our 45,000 sq ft hospital. This full-time role emphasizes teamwork, patient welfare, and professional growth.

You will assist with exams, lab work, imaging, anesthesia support, and client communication, delivering compassionate care in a dynamic setting. AVES offers ongoing education and a competitive benefits package.