Veterinary Assistant, Internal Medicine

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

Full-Time Benefits

• 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

Schedule

• Full-time schedule
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8am - 5pm

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

About the Hospital
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 in specialty medicine, LIVS offers an environment where you can develop your skills alongside experienced veterinary professionals.

Surrounding Areas
Located in Plainview, NY, LIVS attracts talented veterinary professionals from throughout Long Island and the surrounding region, including:

• Hicksville, NY & Bethpage, NY
• Syosset, NY & Melville, NY
• Farmingdale, NY & Huntington, NY
• Jericho, NY & Westbury, NY
• Garden City, NY & Massapequa, NY
• Levittown, NY & Commack, NY
• Deer Park, NY & East Meadow, NY
• Huntington Station, NY

Considering Relocating?
Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.
Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.
Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.
At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.