Veterinary Receptionist
$45,760–$56,160 year
On-siteBerkeley, California, United States
Job Summary
Answer and manage a multi-line phone system, greet clients, check them in and out, and schedule appointments across multiple specialties. Assist veterinarians and staff, triage patient care, and process financial transactions while closing books. Work collaboratively in a fast-paced 24-hour emergency environment, requiring willingness to operate outside standard 9-to-5 hours on a 4/10 alternative schedule. This role supports a tight-knit team at an established specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in Berkeley, California, focusing on excellent patient care and client service.
Required Qualifications
- positive personality
- effective communication
- ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
- ability to multi-task
- well-rounded skill set
- solid knowledge base
- willingness to work outside of the boring 9am-5pm weekday schedule
- ability to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods
- ability to physically interact with animals and lift up to 40lbs without assistance
Desired Qualifications
- at least one year of experience working as receptionist in a veterinary hospital
- High school or equivalent
- veterinary reception: 1 year
- Possess a positive upbeat attitude
- Enjoy working with people and their pets
- Be very comfortable working with computers and multiple software programs
- Comfortable with all aspects of emergency medicine
- Effectively care for and communicate with clients
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