Client Services Representative

Abqpetcarehospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in Houston, Texas is looking for a dedicated Client Service Representative to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing client interactions, processing medical records, and providing client education on pet care. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in a veterinary hospital, excellent communication skills, and a passion for animal care. This full-time position requires flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year minimum experience at a veterinary hospital.
• 2+ years customer service experience.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Needs to be able to handle cash transactions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Answer client inquiries about basic animal care.
• Admit patients and handle medical records accurately.
• Maintain a positive atmosphere in front desk operations.
• Communicate estimates and treatment plans to clients.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

About the Role

Houston Cat Hospital cultivates a collaborative, authentic, and compassionate culture and is seeking a Client Service Representative to join our fast‑paced clinic and team. Every member of our team contributes toward an important mission and vision, making a difference in the lives of pets and their people. At Houston Cat Hospital, YOU MATTER!

We have been serving the Houston area since 2003 and focus on employing the finest veterinary professionals to care for our patients. We are AAHA accredited and are committed to the highest standards in veterinary medicine and provide educational opportunities for all of our staff.

Schedule

Full‑time, must be available to work Saturdays and holidays if the clinic is open.

Responsibilities

General Abilities

• Be flexible in attitude and work habits.
• Quickly learn how to pronounce, understand the meaning of, and spell commonly used veterinary terms.
• Perform basic computer skills, type 30 words per minute.
• Physical effort: must be able to lift and carry records and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs; sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Working conditions: may be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises and animal urine/feces, bites, scratches and contagious diseases.

Veterinary Knowledge / Client Education

• Can answer client inquiries about basic animal care questions and routine procedures.
• Can educate clients on over‑the‑counter products such as preventatives, medications and nutraceuticals.
• Can guide clients to make appropriate decisions regarding optimum pet care.

Admitting / Discharging Patients / Cash Handling

• Can admit patients and handle medical records entries accurately.
• Can prepare health certificates, euthanasia and after‑care paperwork and discuss with clients.
• Can handle client/patient transfers with ease.
• Can prepare client invoices for services performed.
• Can accurately handle payment transactions and balance the drawer at the end of the shift.
• Can accurately and empathetically communicate estimates/treatment plans to clients.

Hospitality

• Can bond with clients during interactions.
• Can keep the front desk a positive area even in the event of a wait time.
• Seeks to create a comfortable environment for clients.

Computer Knowledge / Telephone Skills

• Receives and relays telephone, fax, and email messages accurately and promptly.
• Answers telephones and handles calls quickly, efficiently and in a professional and friendly manner using a multi‑line system.
• Can enter and update client and patient information into practice computer software.
• Has good computer skills and shows accuracy in inputting details.

Personal Conduct / Attitude / Teamwork

• Can maintain positive, cooperative relationships with other employees.
• Can display tact and respect with team members even when busy or hectic.
• Can feel and express a genuine liking for animals and their owners and for working in an animal‑care field.
• Can express empathy toward distressed or grieving clients.

Client Communication

• Can conduct themselves in a confident and professional manner with clients even when situations are stressful and/or focused on individual tasks.
• Can deal intelligibly, pleasantly and efficiently with clients, often doing several things at one time.
• Can greet clients with poise and natural effort.
• Can outline costs and fees in a positive light while supporting hospital payment policies.
• Can turn future clients (phone‑shoppers) into clients through relationship building and bonding.
• Can easily remember clients and patients’ names and use them.
• Can handle client correspondence including email and follow‑up calls.

Facility Maintenance

• Can maintain a professional/welcoming appearance in the front office through cleaning and organization.
• Can stock and organize the coffee station.
• Can offer proper upkeep for and troubleshoot office equipment including PCs, telephones and copier.

Record Keeping / Filing

• Can accurately document conversations with clients in the medical record.
• Can correctly attach records from referring veterinarians to the patient file.

Organization / Time Management

• Can work almost constantly in the presence of other staff members and clients.
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year minimum experience at a veterinary hospital.
• 2+ years customer service experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred.
• Enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment where you’ll need multi‑task skills.
• Some computer knowledge required; comfortable with Word, keyboarding, and use of communication tools such as texting and email.

Benefits

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.

For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Equal Opportunity Employer

National Veterinary Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.