Veterinary Assistant, Internal Medicine
Ethos Veterinary HealthAbout the role
Veterinary Assistant, Internal Medicine | Starting at $18+/hour
Location: Plainview, NY
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8am - 5pm
Compensation: Starting at $18+/hour, commensurate with experience and skillset
Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS) is hiring a Veterinary Assistant to join our specialty and emergency animal hospital in the Internal Medicine department in Plainview, NY. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on patient care, teamwork, and supporting a collaborative veterinary team.
As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll work alongside experienced veterinarians and veterinary technicians while helping provide compassionate care for pets and the families who love them.
Compensation
- Starting at $18+/hour
- Compensation will be based on experience and skillset
- Hands-on training & mentorship
- Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
- CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
- RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
- Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
- 16-Week VTNE Study Group
- Professional Development Assistance
- Starting 2 weeks PTO + 7 days sick/personal time + Paid Holidays
- Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
- Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
- NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
- Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
- Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Full-time schedule
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8am - 5pm
- Provide compassionate care, comfort, and support for hospitalized patients
- Assist with safe patient restraint, feeding, walking, and daily care needs
- Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians during procedures and treatments
- Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout patient care areas
- Follow hospital cleaning protocols and infection-control standards
- Assist with accurate medical record documentation
- Communicate effectively with team members to support patient care
- Adapt between departments and assist where support is needed
- Previous animal care or veterinary hospital experience preferred, but not required
- Passion for working with animals and supporting clients
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced veterinary environment
- Professional, reliable, and team-focused
- Flexible and willing to assist across different areas of the hospital
- Ability to lift 40+ lbs and stand for extended periods of time
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
For more than 25 years, Long Island Veterinary Specialists has been a trusted AAHA-accredited specialty and emergency veterinary hospital serving Long Island and the greater metropolitan area. Our team of more than 160 dedicated professionals provides advanced specialty and emergency care while remaining committed to our mission: "Pro Bono Animalium Hominumque" — For the good of animals and humans.
Our hospital combines advanced medical technology with a collaborative, supportive culture where team members are encouraged to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact every day. Whether you're starting your veterinary career or looking to expand your experience
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