Role
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Veterinary Receptionist
CORTARO FARMS PET HOSPITAL is looking for a highly motivated customer service representative with strong computer and phone skills who enjoys people and animals, can multitask, communicates well, and possesses basic veterinary medicine knowledge. A positive attitude and the ability to work well under pressure in a busy environment are necessary.
Position Overview:
The Receptionist supports and adds value to an efficient organization dedicated to quality care and exceptional service. You will perform a variety of clerical and customer service work to support the hospital and clients during often high-stress situations.
Tasks include:
- Coordinate the flow of pets and owners in the lobby; alleviate owners' distress caused by long waits, scheduling glitches, and other issues.
- Perform cashiering duties, including processing refunds, returns, and credits as needed.
- Responds to inquiries about the range of services the practice provides and the species it treats, referring to the appropriate department or staff member as needed.
- Input data to practice management software (Avimark) to check pets in, make simple account postings, and compile data for various reports.
- Coordinate and schedule appointments, providing clients with appointment reminders and special instructions, and call clients whose pets have overdue treatments.
- Respond to client emails, type and edit various correspondence, and process incoming and outgoing faxes.
- Knowledge of basic veterinary medicine terminology.
- Familiar with retail products, medications, vaccinations, routine testing, and heartworm and flea preventatives, and can confidently discuss with clients.
- Utilize Windows-based computer systems, email, web search, and other essential skills to effectively use software.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Knowledge of clerical procedures such as alphabetizing files and records.
- Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work Saturdays.
- Tasks may involve extended periods at a keyboard or workstation and/or standing and walking.
- Some moderately physically demanding work, involving lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds.
The schedule is 2 days/week and every Saturday. 18-23 hours/week.
If you are experienced, energetic, responsible, and looking for a rewarding opportunity, respond to this posting today. No phone calls please.
Apply online through PetVetCareers.com
At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.
Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.
You care for pets. We care for you.
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