Veterinary Radiation Oncology Technician, AVES

Veterinary Radiation Oncology Technician

Join Our Growing Team at Austin Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center!

 

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 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 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.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a collaborative, inclusive setting, we are currently seeking skilled veterinary technicians to join our Radiation Oncology Department.

Compensation:

• $22-$28 hourly, dependent upon experience

Schedules Available :

• Full Time
  • Monday - Friday
  • 8am - 5pm

General Overview:
Patient Care Personnel (PCP) play a vital role in supporting the practitioners at Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center (AVES) by assisting with both technical procedures and administrative tasks. Their contributions help enhance the quality of patient care and improve efficiency for our specialists. PCPs are responsible for delivering compassionate, responsible care to all AVES patients, including monitoring, treatment, and detailed record-keeping throughout hospitalization. Strong communication skills are essential, as collaboration with doctors, Client Patient Coordinators (CPCs), Veterinary Assistants (TAs), and fellow Patient Care Personnel (PCP) is critical to ensuring high-quality outcomes. Daily cleaning and stocking of common areas are also required to maintain AVES’ high standards of care. This position demands a dependable, energetic individual capable of multitasking in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Patient Transport & Monitoring

• Retrieve, transfer, and escort patients within AVES.
• Assess and record vitals, food/water intake, urination, bowel movements, and alerts.
• Round with staff and notify veterinarians of abnormal findings.

Treatments & Procedures

• Induce, maintain, and monitor anesthesia; prepare patients and assist during procedures.
• Administer IV fluids and provide supportive therapy during and after procedures.

Catheter & Sample Management

• Place and maintain urinary and IV catheters.
• Collect blood and urine samples; perform lab tests.

General Support

• Maintain cleanliness and organization: stock supplies, laundry, dishes, and patient walking.
• Perform clerical tasks: document records, type, and manage phone system.

Other Duties

• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Perform TPR, Doppler blood pressure, SpO₂, EKG, and assist with CVP monitoring.
• Calculate dosages, unit conversions, and drip rates; prepare and administer oral, topical, ocular, SQ, IM, and IV medications.
• Assist with continuous rate infusions and maintain IV catheters.
• Prepare IV fluids with proper equipment, labels, and additives.
• Collect blood (peripheral and jugular) and urine (expression and cystocentesis).
• Process and interpret lab tests: PCV/TS, BG, AZO, electrolytes, chemistries, CBC, heartworm, snap tests, blood typing, and crossmatches.
• Provide oxygen therapy (hood, nasal, cage) and assist with manual ventilation; intubate and support CPR efforts.
• Apply administrative skills: word processing, forms, file maintenance, dictation, transcription, email, and client/patient record management.
• Knowledge of common drugs, side effects, controlled substances protocols, and clinic procedures to streamline patient care.
• Demonstrate social perceptiveness, adapting approach to patient and team needs.

About you:

• Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) or experienced Veterinary Assistants with at least 2 years of experience, dedicated to providing outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
• Prior experience in Emergency and specialty hospital is preferred.
• 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
• Uniform stipend
• Retirement plan

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.

Come join us and be part of a hospital that’s growing, evolving, and making a difference every single day.

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Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
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.