I have a lazy boss at work?

It sounds like you fell into to the trap of being pigeon holed into the role of administrative istant. It is difficult to find someone who will take responsibility and do a good job at the less glamors and rewarding part of the operation. Usually everyone wants to work with the animals in the vets office leaving the less fun but important administrative tasks to the person who has the work ethic to ensure they get done. Probably a bad but true ogy is a mother who runs the household and does all the necessary mundane tasks while everyone does the fun stuff. Once she is in that position no one is interested in changing things. In my opinion your best chance of changing your situation is to talk with field director. You are right not to want to come off as complaining, but you must be ertive enough to express your goals ask for her help in transitioning from administrative duties to vet nurse. You did a good job of explaining your situation in your yahoo question, keep the same professional tone when talking with your field director and you should do fine. Maybe you can make an appointment for lunch or some other private venue during her next visit. If she does not react positively or says there is nothing she can do, your only other option is to start looking for a position with another vet. If you are going school you may want to wait until you graduate. Good luck The PracticaL Mentor