Compassionate Veterinary Front Desk Specialist

Newpaltzanimalhospital; Town of New Paltz (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Parental leave

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Quarterly team bonuses

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance

Six paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

New Paltz Animal Hospital in New York is seeking a friendly Veterinary Receptionist to greet clients, answer phones, schedule appointments, and manage front desk operations with warmth and professionalism.

This full-time position offers a competitive hourly salary of $18.00–$20.00, a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, tuition support, and opportunities to grow within a collaborative team dedicated to compassionate care for pets and their families.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary receptionist experience preferred; motivated learners welcome.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and compassion for clients and animals.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients with warmth and professionalism
• Answer phones and schedule appointments efficiently
• Assist with client check-in and check-out
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients and team members
• Maintain accurate client and patient records
• Support the veterinary team and anticipate the needs of DVM staff
• Help keep the front desk organized and running smoothly
• Contribute to efficient hospital workflow and exceptional client care

Skills

Veterinary experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Team orientation

Accountability

Patient needs awareness

Compassion

Growth mindset

Job description

New Paltz Animal Hospital in New York is seeking a friendly Veterinary Receptionist to greet clients, answer phones, schedule appointments, and manage front desk operations with warmth and professionalism.

This full-time position offers a competitive hourly salary of $18.00–$20.00, a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, tuition support, and opportunities to grow within a collaborative team dedicated to compassionate care for pets and their families.