Housekeeper, Veterinary Hospital

Ethos Veterinary Health•Plainview, NY

10d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS) is hiring a Housekeeper (Custodian) to help maintain a clean, safe, organized, and welcoming environment for patients, clients, and veterinary professionals at its specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in Plainview, New York. The position is ideally full-time, though part-time candidates may be considered. The schedule is Monday through Friday, either 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. Compensation is $18–$25 per hour. The role is suited to someone who takes pride in cleaning work, is comfortable staying active, and wants to support a team dedicated to veterinary care. Duties include cleaning and sanitizing hospital spaces, managing waste and supplies, helping with laundry, following sanitation and infection-control procedures, and assisting with snow removal and facility-related emergencies when needed. Candidates should be comfortable working in an animal hospital and carrying out physical tasks throughout a shift. LIVS is an AAHA-accredited specialty and emergency hospital that has served Long Island and the greater metropolitan area for more than 25 years. It has more than 160 professionals and describes its culture as collaborative and supportive, with opportunities to learn and grow. LIVS is part of Ethos Veterinary Health, which is part of the NVA Group. Ethos describes a network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals focused on advanced veterinary care, learning, mentorship, and innovation.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
Professional, respectful, and team-oriented attitude.
Comfortable working in an animal hospital environment.
Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, stretching, and moving throughout the shift.
Ability to work in various weather conditions when necessary.
Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Nice To Haves

Previous custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, or cleaning experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize exam rooms, treatment areas, kennels, and common spaces throughout the hospital.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and maintain floors and surfaces.
Remove trash and dispose of waste according to hospital protocols.
Clean and restock restrooms and staff areas.
Restock hospital supplies as needed.
Assist with laundry and linen management.
Follow hospital sanitation, safety, and infection-control procedures.
Help maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming environment for patients, clients, and staff.
Assist with snow removal and facility-related emergencies when needed.

Benefits

Uniform allowance.
Free VetBloom access, including RACE-approved continuing education.
Professional development assistance.
Starting two weeks of paid time off, seven days of sick/personal time, and paid holidays.
Employee referral bonuses and employee discount.
Access to financial benefits for student loans, mortgages, and personal loans.
NVA Pet Resort discount and pet insurance discount.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA/FSA options.
Life insurance.
AD&D, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance options.
401(k) with employer match.
Employee Assistance Program.