Veterinary Receptionist

Overview
Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Veterinary Receptionist, where your energetic and compassionate approach will be the first point of contact for pet owners and their beloved animals. In this vital role, you'll coordinate appointments, manage client communications, and support the smooth operation of our veterinary practice. Your enthusiasm for animal care and excellent organizational skills will help create a welcoming environment that promotes pet health and owner satisfaction. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a passionate team dedicated to animal well-being.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and their pets warmly, ensuring a positive first impression and smooth check-in process
• Schedule appointments efficiently, accommodating urgent cases and routine visits alike
• Handle medical billing, collections, and insurance processing with accuracy and professionalism
• Manage phone inquiries, providing clear information about services, procedures, and pet care advice
• Maintain detailed records of patient histories, treatments, and laboratory results using veterinary software
• Assist with kennel duties such as animal husbandry, feeding, cleaning, and monitoring pet behavior
• Support veterinary staff with animal restraint during examinations or procedures, ensuring safety for both animals and staff
• Facilitate laboratory sample collection and processing while adhering to aseptic techniques
• Assist with animal catheterization procedures when necessary, following proper protocols
• Provide pet care advice related to grooming, training, or general animal handling to pet owners

Skills

• Strong knowledge of veterinary terminology and animal anatomy to communicate effectively with staff and clients
• Experience in animal handling across various species including dogs, cats, horses, and small mammals
• Proficiency in medical collection techniques such as blood draws or lab sample collection
• Kennel experience coupled with animal husbandry skills to ensure proper care of hospitalized pets
• Ability to perform dog training or pet grooming tasks when needed to support client services
• Familiarity with veterinary critical care practices and laboratory procedures for diagnostic testing
• Excellent communication skills for explaining treatment plans and pet care instructions clearly
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques to prevent contamination during medical procedures or sample handling

Embark on a rewarding career where your dedication to animal care makes a real difference We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that values your skills in veterinary medicine, animal handling, and client service. Join us in promoting health and happiness for animals while advancing your professional growth in a vibrant team setting.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $ $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person