Licensed Veterinary Technician - Ophthalmology (Training Provided)
$10,000 signing bonus
**New Graduates & Experienced LVTs Welcome!**
Training Provided
Who is LIVS…
Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS) is a well-established, AAHA-certified, specialty-emergency hospital that has been serving the Long Island and metropolitan community for over 25 years. We have a staff of over 160 fun and enthusiastic professionals supporting of our mission, Pro Bono Animalium Hominumque… ”For the good of animals and humans”. With this mission in mind, it is our goal to create a caring, progressive, and fun environment where our staff can flourish and focus on our furry friends in need. We provide specialty services in a variety of disciplines. Although we have industry-leading, advanced diagnostic equipment, it is our team of diverse, caring, and dedicated staff members for whom we are most proud and grateful.
Who we seek…
We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic, Licensed Veterinary Technicians who seek to expand their knowledge and skills in a highly specialized veterinary field. If you have experience as a Veterinary Ophthalmology Technician, or if you seek a new challenge in your career, we are looking for you! Best candidates should possess the following:
- New York State Veterinary Technician Licensure
- Ability to multitask
- Willingness to learn
The Ophthalmology Technician will assist Veterinary Ophthalmologists by providing support during appointments and surgery. This person will maintain a professional demeanor with clients and coworkers while providing the highest level of medical care for four-legged friends. Responsibilities include general patient care, anesthetic induction and maintenance during surgery, collection of blood samples, client interaction, invoicing, patient admissions and discharges, and other aspects of patient services.
What we offer…
- $10,000 signing bonus
- Health insurance
- 401K w/company match
- 2 weeks of paid vacation time
- 7 days of sick/personal time
- Paid Continuing Education
- Hands-on training program and mentorship
- Strong support
- Discounted care for our team’s pets
- Daytime shifts
- Growth & education opportunities
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $35 - $40 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Prescription drug insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shifts only (no evening or overnight shifts)
- No required on-call
- No Sunday shifts
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-person
- Private practice
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Plainview, NY 11803: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Licensed Veterinary Technician: 1 year (Preferred, but willing to train)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Clinic
- Hospital
- Teaching hospital
Schedule:
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person