About this role
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. 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.”