Tazewell Pike Animal Clinic - Veterinary Assistant

Tazewell Pike Animal Clinic, located in Corryton, Tennessee just outside of Knoxville, is a full service animal hospital that takes both emergency cases and less urgent medical, surgical, and dental cases. Our practice has proudly served the community for over 24 years, delivering exceptional patient care with a commitment to integrity and respect. We have a close-knit, family-oriented team of doctors passionate about providing excellent mentorship and a large, skilled support staff that gets along and enjoys delivering incredible care. On top of our extremely low turnover team, we also have a state-of-the-art ultrasound unit and dedicated sonographer who performs over 500 full abdominal ultrasounds per year. We welcome experienced and new graduate veterinary professionals to join our team!

Summary: The Veterinary Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting veterinarians and credentialed technicians by delivering high-quality patient care and exceptional client service. This position involves assisting with patient restraint and handling, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting various medical procedures including diagnostics and surgical setups.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with patient restraint and handling


• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas


• Maintain cleanliness and biosecurity standards


• Support medical procedures including diagnostics, laboratory sample collection, imaging preparation, and surgical setup


• Monitor hospitalized patients and administer medications as directed


• Maintain accurate medical records


• Ensure equipment and supplies are properly stocked and maintained


• Communicate with clients to gather patient histories and reinforce discharge instructions


• Provide compassionate support during routine and urgent visits

Required Skills:

• Strong animal handling skills


• Attention to detail


• Effective communication skills


• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment


• Commitment to upholding patient safety and team collaboration standards