AddressJob Summary
The successful candidate will learn and become efficient in facilitating veterinary clients’ needs throughout their entire visit including communicating with the service(s) the patient is seeing, processing paperwork, handling financial transactions and scheduling appointments. Develop a strong working knowledge of service departments and other Hospital workflows and processes in order to provide excellent service to clients and patients. Assist and become efficient in preparing client bills with all appropriate discounts applied and collecting deposits on admitted patients, collecting remaining balance on discharges and collecting on past due bills. Liaisons will maintain confidentiality at all times per hospital policies, learn to determine urgency of emergencies that enter lobby and use critical thinking to find alternative solutions for upset clients.
This position is mainly 8am-5pm but will be on a rotating schedule for the opening shift. This position would assist to back up the RDVM desk, front reception desk and/or phone desks when needed. Must be able to perform a variety of miscellaneous duties as assigned. The possibility exists to be cross trained in Large Animal Reception. Be willing and able to attend monthly staff meetings, back-up shifts for weeknight and/or weekends will be necessary and some holidays will be required.
All university employees are afforded a generous benefits package including medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement contributions. As part of Purdue University’s expansive employee benefit package, the University is proud to offer its employees the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance by offering a tuition remission opportunity at both Purdue University and Purdue Global.
This posting may be filled at multiple levels (S1 or S2). The hiring manager will determine the job level based on the skills, experience, and qualifications of the selected candidate.
S1 requirements:
- High School Diploma/GED
- 1 year of clerical or customer service experience, preferably in a medical clinic or veterinary office
S2 requirements:
- High School Diploma/GED
- 3 years of clerical or customer service experience, preferably in a medical clinic or veterinary office
Required:
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Proficient data entry skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to use computer
Additional Information:
- Purdue will not sponsor an employment related visa for this position
- A background check will be required for employment in this position
- FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
- Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contributions Waiting Period
- Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply
Benefits of a Purdue Career:
- Competitive benefits package including generous paid sick time and vacation
- Tuition remission (Purdue and Purdue Global)
- Continuing education programs
- Opportunities for promotion and career development
- A highly supportive work environment that mentors employees to meet their goals, including specialization in an area of their choosing
- Free CityBus access
- Employee discount program
Benefits of working/living in West Lafayette, IN:
- Low cost of living
- Easy access to Chicago and Indianapolis
- Variety of local entertainment options
