Veterinary Assistant, Ophthalmology
About The Position
Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS) is seeking a compassionate, team-oriented, and dedicated Veterinary Assistant for their Ophthalmology department. This full-time role involves providing care for hospitalized patients, assisting with procedures, maintaining records, and supporting veterinarians and technicians in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for animals and people, be detail-oriented, organized, reliable, and able to multitask. Previous experience is a plus, but hands-on training will be provided. Fluent English skills are required.
Requirements
- 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
- Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience is great
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
