Veterinary Inventory Assistant

Ethos Veterinary Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA / FSA

Life and Disability insurance

PTO and Holidays

Pet discounts

Job summary

Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (AVES) is expanding its team with an Inventory Assistant to support medical and non‑medical inventory in a fast-paced hospital.

You will work closely with the Inventory Manager, perform counts, audit deliveries, and help optimize stock levels while minimizing waste and costs. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, with a focus on reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Inventory experience or a strong understanding of inventory management.
• Veterinary experience is a strong plus.
• A solid employment history with proven reliability.
• The ability to work independently while being self‑driven and eager to grow.
• A proactive mindset, always looking for process improvements and opportunities for collaboration to streamline operations.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory and supply according to inventory guidelines (medical and non‑medical).
• Brainstorm and develop ideas with the Inventory Manager to ensure charge capture, minimize waste and keep minimum stock on hand.
• Perform weekly inventory counts and schedule deadlines set by Inventory Manager.
• Assist with quarterly inventory counts, including weekend hours.
• Audit incoming inventory against invoices and provide receipted records to Inventory Manager.

Skills

Inventory management experience

Fluent English

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Inventory Assistant

$18 - $24/hr. | Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty | Austin, TX

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 positions across departments. We’re seeking highly skilled, self‑motivated, and team‑oriented professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional care in advanced veterinary medicine.

Compensation

• $18 -$24./hr. based on experience

Benefits

• 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

Schedule

• Full Time
  • Tuesday - Friday
  • 7:00am – 6:00pm

Job Description

As the Inventory Assistant you will work alongside AVES inventory manager to meet the medical inventory needs of our rapidly growing hospital. The Inventory Assistant must be organized, have attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. The Inventory Assistant will aid in managing inventory within the hospital with the primary objective of maintaining adequate levels of stock to meet daily demands while minimizing excess supply and therefore excessive expiration of product or expense.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist Inventory Manager by overseeing inventory and supply according to inventory guidelines (both medical and non‑medical inventory).
• Brainstorm and develop innovative ideas alongside Inventory Manager to ensure appropriate charge capture, minimize waste, minimize expiration of product, and maintain minimum quantity on hand while avoiding running out of necessary stock
• Perform weekly inventory counts (non‑chemotherapeutic and non‑controlled substances) in accordance to ordering schedule to maintain appropriate minimum inventory on hand. Schedule and deadlines determined by Inventory Manager.
• Assist Inventory Manager with Quarterly inventory counts (requires additional hours on the weekend).
• Oversee receiving inventory as it is delivered to the hospital. Upon arrival, audit inventory arriving to hospital compared to invoice and identify missing and received items. Provide completed invoices to Inventory Manager.
• Pick up any other orders and supplies as needed. Provide receipts to Inventory Manager & Data Entry Personnel for reconciliation. Remove restocked items from the order white board.
• Ensure appropriate stocking of inventory throughout hospital after inventory shipment arrived. Train AVES paraprofessionals appropriate stocking procedures as directed by inventory manager.
• Help to train new staff on the appropriate way to receive shipments.
• Work with Inventory manager to update minimums on hand when noticing a trend of increased use and orders of certain supplies. Meet with Inventory manager daily as needed and in formal bi‑weekly/monthly meetings.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Help create a strong relationship with other local hospitals. Pick up items that are needing to be borrowed from other hospitals and return/pay invoice as needed.
• Ensure Central Storage is organized and appropriately labeled.
• Ensure all cabinets throughout hospital are organized and appropriately labeled.
• Maintain back‑order log in order to prevent selling vital (hard to obtain) inventory to community and to keep staff alert.
• Re‑organize shelves and inventory on hand to ensure most efficient use of AVES workspace.
• Ensure that appropriate policies and procedures are followed by employees for inventory and equipment. Bring to Inventory managers attention with lack of adherence to policy.Save perishable boxes, ice packs, and packing materials

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Inventory experience or a strong understanding of inventory management.
• Veterinary experience is a strong plus.
• A solid employment history with proven reliability.
• The ability to work independently while being self‑driven and eager to grow.
• A proactive mindset, always looking for process improvements and opportunities for collaboration to streamline operations.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Why Choose AVES?

• Work alongside a compassionate, dedicated team of veterinary professionals.
• Thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same.
• Make a direct impact on the lives of pets and their families during critical times.
• Receive continuous training and growth opportunities—we’re passionate about teaching!
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.

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.

We’ve Moved! AVES has officially relocated to a brand-new, 45,000 square foot, state‑of‑the‑art facility just 2.6 miles from our original location. This expansion allows us to grow alongside our community, enhance our capabilities, and create even more opportunities for our team members to develop and thrive.

Our core values—Kindness, Integrity, Collaboration, and Consistency—are at the heart of everything we do, guiding us in delivering top‑tier medical care and an exceptional client experience. We are also deeply committed to the growth of our team, offering a robust on‑site Education Program designed to support ongoing learning and hands‑on training for our support staff.

Nearby Communities

• Austin, TX
• Round Rock, TX
• Cedar Park, TX
• Georgetown, TX
• Leander, TX
• Pflugerville, TX
• Hutto, TX
• Kyle, TX
• Buda, TX
• Lakeway, TX
• Bee Cave, TX
• Dripping Springs, TX
• Liberty Hill, TX
• Manor, TX
• Elgin, TX
• Bastrop, TX

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world‑class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic‑caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two‑way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.