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), were looking for a Veterinary Assistant who brings compassion, teamwork, and dedication to every shift.Schedule:Full-time, days, primarily M-F but may include a weekend day where neededCompensation:$18+, will commensurate with experience and skillsetWho we are: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. Were proud of our cutting-edge technology, but even prouder of the people who make our hospital a supportive, caring, and fun place to grow.What youll do:As a Veterinary Assistant, youll play a key role in supporting our patients, clients, and medical team. Your responsibilities will include:Providing comfort, cleanliness, and care for hospitalized patients 🐶🐱Assisting with restraint, feeding, and daily patient needsSupporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians with proceduresMaintaining hospital cleaning protocols and accurate medical record documentationFlexing between different departments, adapting to where youre most neededWho you are:Someone who genuinely loves working with animals and peopleDetail-oriented, organized, and reliableAble to multitask in a fast-moving, high-energy environmentProfessional and tactful when communicating with clients and teammatesFlexible and willing to jump in wherever neededPhysically capable of lifting 40+ lbs and standing for long periodsPrevious experience is great, but were happy to provide hands-on training!Comprehensive benefits, including:Health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company match & retirement planPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveEmployee assistance programDiscounted care for your pets 🐶🐱Growth and education opportunities within a supportive teamTraining, mentorship & education opportunities to help you growA strong, supportive team that has your back every day✨ If youre 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.??For more information about us, please visit:

Created: 2026-03-07