Playcare Attendant

Austin Urban Veterinary Center – Downtown Austin

Join Our Fast-Paced Boarding & Play Care Team in Downtown Austin

Austin Urban Veterinary Center is seeking a full-time Playcare Attendant to support our thriving dog and cat boarding and dog play care facility located in the heart of downtown Austin, TX. This is not a seasonal or temporary role —we are looking for a dedicated professional who wants to grow with our team long-term.

Our bustling facility serves downtown Austin residents and surrounding communities. With consistent bookings year-round, you’ll work in a highly interactive, energetic environment focused on delivering exceptional pet care.

If you are dependable, motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about animal welfare, we want to meet you.

Schedule & Availability

We provide pet care 365 days per year , including weekends and holidays.

Shift Options:

• Opening Shift: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Closing Shift: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Candidates must be available to work both shift types as needed.

Some of the responsibilities you will own in this role:

As a Pet Care Technician, you will play a hands-on role in the daily care, supervision, and safety of our pet guests.

• Primary Responsibilities:

  • Rotate dogs safely in and out of supervised playgroups throughout the day
  • Monitor dog playgroups to ensure a safe, structured, and fun environment
  • Check pets in and out while providing outstanding client service
  • Prepare and distribute meals according to feeding instructions
  • Administer medications, including injections (training provided as needed)
  • Maintain daily cleanliness of pet suites (including litter box maintenance)
  • Sanitize indoor dog play areas (this role involves significant cleaning)
  • Perform laundry and maintain overall facility cleanliness
  • Accurately enter pet care notes into our software system (training provided)
  • Transport pets to the downstairs veterinary clinic when needed
  • Communicate effectively with teammates regarding care updates and operational needs
  • Important: This is a physically active role focused on structured pet care and facility operations—not a position where you simply “play with dogs all day.”

What You'll Bring:

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working with dogs and cats (professional experience preferred but not required)
  • Understanding that pets are family members and must be handled with extreme care

  • Required Skills & Abilities:

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

  • Comfortable standing and moving for extended periods
  • Capable of extensive cleaning and laundry tasks
  • Strong multitasking skills and attention to detail
  • Professional, polite communication with clients
  • Basic PC proficiency
  • Team-oriented mindset with strong work ethic

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• 401K with company match
• Training and career development