Veterinary Receptionist - Green Bay, United States - Animal House Groom & Board

Description

Overview:

Animal House Groom & Board has an exciting opportunity for

a
Part-Time Veterinary Receptionist **to join our team


Location:3175 Voyager Dr., Green Bay, WI 54311


Shift Details:
This is a part-time position (under 30 hours/week) working a set schedule. We currently aren't open on the weekends however, this could change in the future


Pay Range:
$ $17.00/hour _(based on experience)_


What We Are Looking For:
You'll be the first point of contact for pet owners, so a warm and friendly demeanor is essential.

A strong customer service personality is extremely important and means being patient, compassionate, and attentive to the needs of both clients and their pets.

Your goal is to create a positive experience for every client that walks through our doors, ensuring they feel valued and cared for.

What We Offer:

A dynamic and supportive team environment where collaboration and compassion are valued.

Opportunities for growth and advancement within our rapidly expanding practice.

Get the work-life balance you deserve with a great schedule


Job Summary:

The Receptionist is the first and last contact that a client will have with the hospital and a key to creating first and lasting impressions.

The Receptionist must have exceptional client service and communication skills, computer literacy, ability to handle payment and financial issues, ability to multi-task, a friendly attitude and confidence to deal with stressful situations.

The Receptionist will support veterinarians, technicians, veterinary assistants, groomers and kennel staff in daily patient and client care.


Responsibilities:


How you'll make an impact:

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
• Greet clients and pets by name with a smile and a positive, solutionoriented attitude.
• Answer phones promptly and professionally using a multiline phone system; answering client inquiries about basic animal care and routine procedures, questions about veterinary services and products, and provide knowledgeable advice about wellness, prevention, and diseases.
• Screen and route calls to appropriate staff; take and deliver messages promptly to appropriate staff, pulling medical records of patients so staff can properly document information.
• Schedule appointments and surgeries according hospital scheduling guidelines and make surgery and appointment confirmation calls.
• Note in medical records the details discussed during client conservations including the date, time, key points of the discussion and any required information.
• Enter accurate charges; explain invoices to show value for care provided, stating all services and products provided before the total; echo doctors' recommendations when checking out clients.
• Collect payment when services are rendered, including making change for cash payments, processing credit cards and getting proper ID for checks.
• Verify the eligibility of clients with charge accounts.
• Fill prescriptions refill forms and provide routine administrations instructions to clients.
• Advise clients on flea/tick preventative, heartworm preventatives, preanesthetic testing, pain management, shampoos, home dental products, and other retail items.

Qualifications:

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated commitment to MVP core values.
• Computer knowledge required
• Working knowledge of veterinary terminology

- must be able to pronounce, spell, and know the meaning.

• Must have excellent spelling and grammar.
• Ability to handle varied and sometimes difficult conditions; will be exposed to highly emotional situations.
• Ability to display tact and respect with clients and team members, even when busy or hectic.
• Ability to conduct oneself in a confident, calm, and professional manner with clients and staff when situations are stressful and/or focused on individual tasks.
• Must feel and express a genuine liking for animals and their owners and for working in an animal care field.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

• Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees_._