Job Description

Company Description

At  Gentle Care Animal Hospital , we value laughter, collaboration, and going the extra mile to make sure both pets and their families feel at home. Whether it's a pet's first visit, a check-up, or offering compassionate end-of-life care, our team treats each pet like family. From furry friends to feathered companions and scaly reptiles, we have a loyal patient base for those who love working with exotics. With big things on the horizon-new signage and exciting improvements to the practice-we're focused on continuing to create a positive, lasting impact for our clients and their pets. 

We are proud to provide a comprehensive range of veterinary services, from preventive care and wellness exams to internal medicine, surgery, and dental care. We have the latest in equipment and technology to provide exceptional treatment to our patients. In addition to 3 exam rooms and a comfort room, we are equipped with:

• Dental & Full Body Digital X-ray
• Ultrasound
• Orthopedic Equipment
• Cold Laser

If you thrive in a  f ast-paced, supportive environment   and are passionate about making a difference at every stage of a pet's life, we'd love for you to join us and be part of something truly special.

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Job Description

What You'll Do

As a Veterinary Receptionist, you'll play an important role in keeping our hospital organized and daily operations running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:

• Welcome clients and patients warmly while maintaining a clean, professional, and inviting reception area.
• Answer phone calls and emails, respond to questions, and direct concerns to the appropriate team member.
• Schedule veterinary appointments efficiently to support patient needs and daily hospital flow.
• Check clients in and out, process payments, and complete front-desk transactions accurately.
• Listen to client concerns and provide compassionate, discreet emotional support during stressful or difficult situations.
• Recognize urgent concerns and promptly communicate with the veterinary team when a patient may need immediate attention.
• Help clients navigate their veterinary visits and connect them with the appropriate team members for questions about care and treatment.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary assistants to support clear communication and exceptional service.

Working in a veterinary hospital means you may encounter unpleasant odors and noises, animal waste, and potential exposure to bites, scratches, or contagious diseases.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• At least one year of receptionist or veterinary experience preferred.
• A compassionate, calm, and professional approach to client service.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to multitask in a busy environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and computer proficiency.
• A team-oriented attitude and a willingness to support coworkers.
• A self-starter mindset with a desire to learn and grow in veterinary medicine.

Grow Your Career With Us

We believe great veterinary care begins with a team that genuinely cares about its patients and clients. Through virtual learning, hands-on training, and interactive development opportunities, you'll have the support to strengthen your skills and continue growing professionally.

Whether you already have veterinary reception experience or are ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us make every veterinary visit a little easier for pets and the people who love them!

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note - some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit .

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Immediate start

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