The Veterinary Receptionist primary duty is interacting with clients and coordinating communication between doctors, assistants and the clients.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Provide top-notch customer service.
Being attentive to client and pet needs.
Identify and work compassionately with clients in various emotional states.
Work patiently with distressed, frustrated or disgruntled clients.
Answer and triage phone calls from clients.
Schedule appointments and schedule procedures.
Check-in clients.
Monitor client flow from check-in to discharge.
Monitor schedule and flow.
Client call backs.
Managing record requests between other hospitals and specialty practices.
Fill prescriptions.
Discharge patients.
Client education.
Assist in cleaning the hospital including but not limited to: keeping reception desk area

and lobby clean and sanitary, taking out the trash and recycling, laundry, cleaning floors,

bathrooms, exam rooms, kitchen and kennels if needed.

Process payment transactions.
Maintain proper documentation in the electronic medical record.
Relay appropriate information to/from clients to doctors and/or management.
Computer skills: Able to use Windows based computer systems, word processing, email,fax

web search and other skills needed to effectively use the practice management software program.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
At least 1 year of customer service job-related experience. • Must be able to safely lift 30 pounds.
Basic math and writing skills.

Other:
Receptionists must possess good critical thinking and problem solving skills, compassion, a positive attitude, follow-through and excellent communication and teamwork skills. Multi- tasking and accepting constructive criticism is essential. Punctuality is expected.

This job description does not necessarily cover every task or duty that might be assigned. There may be additional responsibilities assigned as necessary. If you have questions or concerns about this job description, contact the Practice Manager or Medical Director.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

ENGLEWOOD ANIMAL HOSPITAL

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