Veterinary Assistant - (Radcliff, KY)

Position title: Veterinary Assistant Reports To: Associate Veterinarian FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt POSITION OVERVIEW: The purpose of the veterinary assistant is to be the veterinary technician’s primary support. They assist in restraining pets and test set up for the examination procedure. They aid the technicians in achieving greater efficiency by relieving them of some of the routine work. They have a very significant role in freeing up the technicians to assist the veterinarian with medical procedures. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND CRITICAL FUNCTIONS: Provide compassionate care to patients and clients. Conduct oneself in a confident and professional manner even when stressed and/or focused on individual tasks. Legibly keep accurate medical records in accordance with hospital policy. Quickly learn to use practice management software. Prepare and maintain the exam rooms and treatment areas. Perform physical assessments; record observations legibly in files or computer.