Veterinary Receptionist Jobs
A Veterinary Receptionist plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, acting as the first point of contact between the veterinary clinic and clients. Their main responsibilities include scheduling appointments, answering client inquiries, maintaining medical records, billing, and offering general customer service. In addition, they also perform administrative tasks such as mail management, data entry, and supply management. The Veterinary Receptionist is also responsible for ensuring that the clinic environment is clean, welcoming, and well-organized.
Important skills for a Veterinary Receptionist include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, good organization, and computer literacy. They should also have a strong understanding of veterinary terminology and procedures, a passion for animals, and the ability to manage stressful situations. While there are no specific certifications required for this role, a high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, and a degree or certification in veterinary technology, animal science, or a related field can be beneficial. Prior experience in receptionist roles, customer service positions, or pet care roles such as a pet sitter or kennel attendant can be advantageous when seeking a position as a Veterinary Receptionist.
- Hurricane Animal Hospital
- Hurricane, WV
- 2 hours ago
- Hurricane Animal Hospital
- Hurricane, WV
- 2 hours ago
Our team is our most important asset for the services we provide! Because of this, we place our employees well being and education as an utmost priority. We are not just offering a job, but a...
- St. Francis Animal Hospital - Springdale, AR
- Springdale, AR
- 9 hours ago
- St. Francis Animal Hospital - Springdale, AR
- Springdale, AR
- 9 hours ago
Company Description St. Francis Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 2.5 doctor companion animal and exotics practice located in beautiful Northwest Arkansas. We offer...
- Frontier Veterinary Clinic
- Abilene, TX
- 13 hours ago
- Frontier Veterinary Clinic
- Abilene, TX
- 13 hours ago
Company Description Frontier Veterinary Clinic is a full service veterinary hospital that provides thorough, compassionate, modern, and affordable care for your animals. Formerly known as Mobile...
- McCormick Animal Clinic
- Nashville, TN
- 13 hours ago
- McCormick Animal Clinic
- Nashville, TN
- 13 hours ago
Company Description McCormick Animal Clinic is a full-service animal clinic serving the Nashville, TN (Donelson) area for over 30 years. Your pet's health is very important to us and we will take...
Healing Spirit Animal Wellness Center is a progressive veterinary practice providing integrative medical care to cats, dogs, rabbits, and other small mammals. Our practice offers a unique blend of...
- Cherrydale Vet Clinic
- Arlington, VA
- 2 days ago
- Cherrydale Vet Clinic
- Arlington, VA
- 2 days ago
Cherrydale Veterinary Clinic (CVC) in Arlington, VA is in search of a Front Desk Team Member. Full time front desk team member needed in our small but busy full service animal practice in...
Veterinary Receptionist Needed!
- Value Vet
- Los Angeles, CA
- 4 days ago
- Value Vet
- Los Angeles, CA
- 4 days ago
What we are looking for: Veterinary Receptionist with 1-2 years experience, to work in a veterinary hospital setting....
- Hebron Animal Hospital
- Hebron, KY
- 4 days ago
- Hebron Animal Hospital
- Hebron, KY
- 4 days ago
Company Description Hebron Animal Hospital is a well-established, fast-paced six-doctor small animal practice in northern Kentucky. Our most common patients are cats and dogs, but we also see...
- Animal Hospital of Martinsville
- Martinsville, IN
- 5 days ago
- Animal Hospital of Martinsville
- Martinsville, IN
- 5 days ago
Company Description Animal Hospital of Martinsville is a small, 2-doctor practice located on Main Street in Martinsville, IN. We offer many services to provide the best comprehensive care to our...
Part-Time Veterinary Receptionist
- Covina Pet Care
- Covina, CA
- 5 days ago
- Covina Pet Care
- Covina, CA
- 5 days ago
Company Description Covina Pet Care is a full-service provider of quality companion animal medical care to Covina, California, and the surrounding areas. Our mission is guided by kindness and...
Part-Time Veterinary Receptionist
- PriorityPet Urgent Care of Hermitage
- Nashville, TN
- 5 days ago
- PriorityPet Urgent Care of Hermitage
- Nashville, TN
- 5 days ago
Qualifications We're looking for: Previous customer service experience, 1-year veterinary receptionist experience preferred Strong communication skills Ability to work Friday evenings and weekends Compassionate...
- Hanahan Veterinary Clinic
- Hanahan, SC
- 5 days ago
- Hanahan Veterinary Clinic
- Hanahan, SC
- 5 days ago
Answer client’s inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures. Answering telephone calls and returning e-mails....
Are you a friendly and organized individual with a passion for animal care?...
Office Manager / Lead Veterinary Receptionist
- Magnolia Veterinary Hospital
- Hoschton, GA
- 7 days ago
- Magnolia Veterinary Hospital
- Hoschton, GA
- 7 days ago
Job Description We're looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented Office Manager / Lead Veterinary Receptionist to join our front office team!...
- Mollet Pet Hospital And Urgent Care
- Edmond, OK
- 7 days ago
- Mollet Pet Hospital And Urgent Care
- Edmond, OK
- 7 days ago
receptionist Skills: Answer multi-line phone system Use veterinary practice management software Have basic computer skills (cloud faxing, scanning and saving electronic files) Knowledge of wellness...
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Veterinary Receptionists offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Veterinary Receptionist position
- Keyboarding
- Veterinary Assisting
- Kennel Duties
- Grammar
- Short-Term Disability
- Small Animal Care
- Client Education
- Exotics
- Large Animal Care
- Microchipping
- AVImark
- Digital Radiography
- Preventive Care
- ezyVet
- Laser Therapy
- Dental Radiography
- Animal Care
- Equine
- Pet Grooming
- Anesthesia
- Filling Prescriptions
- Animal Handling
- Acupuncture
- Practice Management
- Surgery
- Payment Processing
- Client Services
- Dedication
- Patient Care
- Wellness
- Scheduling Appointments
- Medical Records
- Referrals
- Health Care
- Medical Terminology
- Reception
- Inbound/Outbound Calling
- Collections
- Closing
- Retail
- Prioritizing
- High School Diploma
- Friendliness
- Written Communication
- Telephone Skills
- Documentation
- Employee Development
- Flexibility
- Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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