Emergency Veterinary Assistant, LIVS
About The Position
At Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS), we’re looking for a Veterinary Assistant who brings compassion, teamwork, and dedication to every shift. 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. As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting our patients, clients, and medical team.
Requirements
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience is great, but we’re happy to provide hands-on training!
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
