Veterinary Receptionist

Responsibilities:
- Greet and welcome clients and their pets as they arrive at the veterinary clinic
- Answer phone calls and schedule appointments for veterinary services
- Collect and update client information, including medical history and contact details
- Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians with animal handling and restraint during examinations and procedures
- Provide basic pet care instructions to clients, including feeding and medication administration.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the reception area and waiting room
- Process payments for services rendered and handle financial transactions accurately

Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in a veterinary clinic or animal-related field is preferred
- Strong knowledge of animal handling techniques and behavior
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients
- Proficient in computer skills, including data entry and appointment scheduling software
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining client records
- Knowledge of medical terminology related to veterinary medicine is a plus

Skills:
- Animal handling
- Dog handling
- Equine (horse) care experience is a plus
- Animal husbandry knowledge
- Medical collection experience (collecting samples, taking vitals)
- Veterinary terminology understanding
- Animal restraint techniques
- Basic pet care knowledge (feeding, grooming, medication administration)
- Kennel management experience

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be subject to change based on the needs of the veterinary clinic.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 32 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Hospital
• In-person

Work Location: In person