Overnight Veterinary Assistant - Part-Time
About The Position
Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS) is hiring a part-time Veterinary Assistant for overnight shifts at its specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in Plainview, New York. The assistant works alongside veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians to support emergency and specialty patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment. The role involves hands-on care for hospitalized animals, supporting clinical procedures and hospital operations, and providing compassionate service to clients and their pets during emergency situations. Training and mentorship are provided. LIVS is an AAHA-accredited specialty and emergency hospital that has served Long Island and the greater metropolitan area for more than 25 years. Its team includes more than 160 professionals and uses advanced medical technology in a collaborative environment that encourages learning and development. LIVS is part of Ethos Veterinary Health, a network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals.
Requirements
- Previous veterinary, animal care, kennel, or healthcare experience is preferred but not required.
- Genuine passion for working with animals and supporting their care.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced emergency hospital environment.
- Professional communication skills with clients and team members.
- Reliable, adaptable, and team-oriented mindset.
- Ability to lift 40+ pounds and remain on your feet for extended periods.
- Willingness to learn and participate in hands-on training opportunities.
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous veterinary, animal care, kennel, or healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide comfort, nursing support, and daily care for hospitalized patients.
- Assist with patient restraint, feeding, walking, and general husbandry.
- Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment.
- Assist with accurate medical record documentation.
- Follow hospital cleaning and infection control protocols.
- Adapt to the needs of various departments and support patient care where needed.
- Provide compassionate service to clients and their pets during emergency situations.
Benefits
- Hands-on training and mentorship.
- Uniform allowance.
- Free VetBloom access with RACE-approved continuing education.
- Veterinary Technician education discount and VTNE reimbursement.
- 16-week VTNE study group.
- Professional development assistance.
- Employee referral bonuses.
- Employee discount.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
