Ophthalmology Licensed Veterinary Technician, LIVS

Join the Region’s Leading Specialty Veterinary Hospital!
Licensed Veterinary Technician – Ophthalmology | Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS) | Plainview, NY

Are you a passionate Licensed Veterinary Technician ready to take your career to the next level? Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS) — the region’s most advanced provider of specialty veterinary care — is looking for a full-time LVT to join our Ophthalmology team!

Schedule:

• 10-hour shifts, daytime hours, with occasional weekends as needed

Competitive Pay:

• $28.00–$35.00/hour (based on experience)
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for qualified candidates

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and vacation
• Continuing education credits and professional development support
• Life insurance
• Uniform allowance
• Employee pet care discounts
• Flexible scheduling options

What You'll Do:

As an LVT in our Ophthalmology department, your responsibilities may include:

• Providing compassionate nursing care and administering medications
• Assisting with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Post-surgical patient care
• Operating in-house laboratory equipment and digital radiography
• Collecting blood, urine, and placing IV catheters

Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking Licensed Veterinary Technicians who are eager to expand their skills. Whether you're an experienced technician or seeking to embark on a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

• You are a confident, skilled, and experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician dedicated to outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
• It is incredibly important to our team to find the RIGHT fit. We want to find someone that shares our same goals and values, someone that is friendly, compassionate, dependable, and genuinely wants to make a difference.
• You understand the importance of maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people that share that same value.
• You’re not afraid to jump in and get your feet wet! A diligent worker who takes initiative and contributes to the operation of the entire hospital, you will help get all the day’s duties done!
• You are eager to continue enhancing your skill set and enjoy learning & collaborating with a team.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role.

Why Choose Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS)?

Since 1998, LIVS has been setting the gold standard in specialty and emergency veterinary medicine. Renowned for delivering world-class care, our team is passionate, progressive, and committed to making a difference—for both animals and the people who love them.

As an AAHA-accredited hospital serving Long Island and the greater New York metropolitan area for over 25 years, LIVS is home to more than 160 dedicated professionals who live by our mission: Pro Bono Animalium Hominumque—“For the good of animals and humans.” We’ve built a culture of compassion, innovation, and support where every team member has the opportunity to grow.

At LIVS, we invest in your future. Our Licensed Veterinary Technicians are respected, empowered, and equipped with the tools, training, and mentorship needed to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

We’re actively hiring New York State Licensed Veterinary Technicians—and we welcome both experienced LVTs and new graduates. Whether you're eager to specialize or expand your skills, we offer extensive training and cross-training opportunities to support your goals and elevate your career.

For more information about us, please visit: https://www.livs.org.

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