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.
VCA Shaker Animal Hospital is seeking a highly experienced Client Service Professional to join our leadership team as Client Service Supervisor. Under direction from the Hospital...
- Urgent Pet Care
- Papillion, NE
- 17 hours ago
- Urgent Pet Care
- Papillion, NE
- 17 hours ago
Company Description Urgent Pet Care, with 2 locations in the Omaha/Papillion area, is an AAHA accredited, growth - oriented, urgent care clinic that is making a difference in the lives of our...
Are you a friendly and organized individual with a passion for animal care?...
- Animal Emergency of Pasco
- Port Richey, FL
- 17 hours ago
- Animal Emergency of Pasco
- Port Richey, FL
- 17 hours ago
Company Description Animal Emergency of Pasco is a small animal emergency hospital conveniently located on U.S. Highway 19 in Port Richey. We serve your pet with any urgent and critical care needs...
- Chenal Valley Animal Hospital
- Little Rock, AR
- 1 day ago
- Chenal Valley Animal Hospital
- Little Rock, AR
- 1 day ago
Company Description Chenal Valley Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 3 doctor general small animal practice located in West Little Rock, Arkansas. We offer many...
Part-Time Veterinary Receptionist
- Animal Emergency Center - Yorktown
- Yorktown, VA
- 1 day ago
- Animal Emergency Center - Yorktown
- Yorktown, VA
- 1 day ago
Company Description Animal Emergency Center of Yorktown is an emergency / urgent care hospital in Yorktown, VA. Our technician and support team are tenured and highly capable of supporting our...
- The Grand Lake Veterinary Hospital
- Oakland, CA
- 1 day ago
- The Grand Lake Veterinary Hospital
- Oakland, CA
- 1 day ago
Feels and expresses a genuine liking for animals and their owners and for working in an animal care field....
- Briarwood Animal Hospital
- Little Rock, AR
- 1 day ago
- Briarwood Animal Hospital
- Little Rock, AR
- 1 day ago
Company Description Briarwood Animal Hospital is a well-established, progressive, fast paced 3 doctor small animal practice located in Little Rock, Arkansas. We offer many services to provide the...
- Ellison Drive Animal Hospital
- San Antonio, TX
- 2 days ago
- Ellison Drive Animal Hospital
- San Antonio, TX
- 2 days ago
Company Description Ellison Drive Animal Hospital is a trusted veterinary clinic with over 20 years of experience serving the pets and families of San Antonio, TX. We offer comprehensive care,...
- Southern Paws Animal Medical Center
- Florence, SC
- 2 days ago
- Southern Paws Animal Medical Center
- Florence, SC
- 2 days ago
Company Description Southern Paws Animal Medical Center is dedicated to providing the highest standards of veterinary care. We understand every pet has individual healthcare needs and we partner...
- Midland Animal Hospital
- Midland, GA
- 2 days ago
- Midland Animal Hospital
- Midland, GA
- 2 days ago
Midland Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Receptionist to join our team in Midland, GA....
- Potranco Veterinary Clinic
- San Antonio, TX
- 2 days ago
- Potranco Veterinary Clinic
- San Antonio, TX
- 2 days ago
Company Description At Potranco Veterinary Clinic, we've been providing compassionate care and skilled veterinary services to San Antonio pet owners for over 20 years. Our team of veterinarians,...
- Hebron Animal Hospital
- Hebron, KY
- 2 days ago
- Hebron Animal Hospital
- Hebron, KY
- 2 days ago
Job Description Job duties include, but are not limited to: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Veterinary Receptionist  to join our team in a fast-paced, high-volume veterinary practice...
- North Griffin Animal Hospital
- Griffin, GA
- 3 days ago
- North Griffin Animal Hospital
- Griffin, GA
- 3 days ago
Company Description North Griffin Animal Hospital is a family-owned small animal practice in Griffin, Georgia, just 30 minutes south of Atlanta. Our goal is to keep pets happy and healthy through...
- Swansboro Animal Hospital
- Swansboro, NC
- 3 days ago
- Swansboro Animal Hospital
- Swansboro, NC
- 3 days ago
Company Description Swansboro Animal Hospital Emergency and Trauma Center is a company in Swansboro, NC 28584. We are rewarding, collaborative, engaging and our goal is to provide high quality...
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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
- Microchipping
- AVImark
- Digital Radiography
- ImproMed
- Animal Care
- Laser Therapy
- Dental Radiography
- Preventive Care
- Soft Tissue Surgery
- Pet Grooming
- Anesthesia
- Filling Prescriptions
- Animal Handling
- Acupuncture
- Practice Management
- Surgery
- Payment Processing
- X-Rays
- Dedication
- Client Services
- Wellness
- Patient Care
- Diagnostic
- Medical Records
- Scheduling Appointments
- Reception
- Health Care
- Referrals
- Medical Terminology
- Inbound/Outbound Calling
- Collections
- Closing
- Background Checks
- Retail
- High School Diploma
- Prioritizing
- Friendliness
- Written Communication
- Telephone Skills
- Employee Development
- Flexibility
- Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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