Emergency Veterinary Assistant, LIVS

Veterinary Assistant – Long Island Veterinary Specialists (Plainview, NY)

Do you love animals, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a hospital where your work truly makes a difference? At Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS), we’re looking for a Veterinary Assistant who brings compassion, teamwork, and dedication to every shift.

• Full-time, days, primarily M-F but may include a weekend day where needed

• $18+, will commensurate with experience and skillset

For over 25 years, LIVS has been a trusted, AAHA-certified specialty and emergency hospital serving the Long Island and metropolitan community. With a team of 160+ passionate professionals, our mission—"Pro Bono Animalium Hominumque… For the good of animals and humans"—guides everything we do. We’re proud of our cutting-edge technology, but even prouder of the people who make our hospital a supportive, caring, and fun place to grow.

• Providing comfort, cleanliness, and care for hospitalized patients 🐶🐱
• Assisting with restraint, feeding, and daily patient needs
• Supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians with procedures
• Maintaining hospital cleaning protocols and accurate medical record documentation
• Flexing between different departments, adapting to where you’re most needed

• Someone who genuinely loves working with animals and people
• Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable
• Able to multitask in a fast-moving, high-energy environment
• Professional and tactful when communicating with clients and teammates
• Flexible and willing to jump in wherever needed
• Physically capable of lifting 40+ lbs and standing for long periods
• Previous experience is great, but we’re happy to provide hands‑on training!

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match & retirement plan
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Discounted care for your pets 🐶🐱
• Growth and education opportunities within a supportive team
• Training, mentorship & education opportunities to help you grow
• A strong, supportive team that has your back every day

✨ If you’re ready to start or grow your veterinary career surrounded by people who share your passion, apply today and join us in our mission of caring "for the good of animals and humans".

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