Customer Service Lead

AmeriVet; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriVet in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced veterinary receptionist with leadership potential to oversee frontline operations and actively participate at the front desk. You will train staff, improve client service, and manage scheduling while maintaining accuracy in client records.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, health certificates, and collaboration with doctors and medical staff to ensure smooth hospital operations.

Qualifications

• Veterinary experience is required.
• Previous veterinary receptionist experience strongly preferred.
• Lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of veterinary reception workflows.
• Knowledge of veterinary terminology and client/patient records.
• Experience with appointment scheduling and busy schedules.
• Knowledge of preparing health certificates preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Comfortable delegating responsibilities and giving feedback.
• Strong conflict-resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm with upset clients.
• Detail-oriented and accurate in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, professional, and team-oriented.
• Willingness to work the front desk alongside the reception team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the veterinary reception team while actively working reception.
• Serve as a role model for client service and professional communication.
• Manage daily appointment scheduling and help maintain an efficient doctor and hospital schedule.
• Delegate daily tasks among reception team members.
• Train, onboard, and coach new and existing reception staff.
• Provide ongoing guidance to improve staff performance and client service.
• Assist receptionists with questions and workflow issues.
• Handle client concerns and de-escalate difficult situations calmly.
• Prepare and process health certificates and ensure information is accurate.
• Check clients in and out, answer multi-line phones, schedule appointments, process payments.
• Maintain accurate client and patient records.
• Communicate with doctors, veterinary technicians, assistants, clients, and management.
• Coordinate communication between reception and medical teams.
• Monitor front desk and ensure coverage during busy periods.
• Identify opportunities to improve scheduling, workflow, and client experience.
• Assist with resolving scheduling conflicts and day-to-day challenges.
• Lead by example and promote teamwork and accountability.
• Continue performing regular reception duties when needed.
• Lead by example, coach coworkers, stay organized under pressure, handle client concerns, and jump in as needed.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Reception supervision

Customer service

Scheduling management

Communication skills

Organization

Conflict resolution

Front desk teamwork

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the veterinary reception team while actively working reception
• Serve as a role model for excellent client service and professional communication
• Manage and coordinate daily appointment scheduling and help maintain an efficient doctor and hospital schedule
• Delegate daily tasks and responsibilities among reception team members
• Train, onboard, and coach new and existing reception staff
• Provide ongoing guidance and coaching to improve staff performance and client service
• Assist receptionists with questions, challenging situations, and workflow issues
• Handle client concerns and de-escalate difficult or stressful situations in a calm, professional, and compassionate manner
• Prepare and process health certificates and ensure all required information is accurate and complete
• Check clients in and out, answer multi phones lines, schedule appointments, process payments, and perform other front-desk responsibilities
• Maintain accurate client and patient records
• Communicate effectively with doctors, veterinary technicians, assistants, clients, and management
• Help coordinate communication between the reception team and medical team
• Monitor the front desk and help ensure appropriate coverage during busy periods
• Identify opportunities to improve scheduling, workflow, and overall client experience
• Assist with resolving scheduling conflicts and other day-to-day reception challenges
• Lead by example and promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment
• Continue performing regular reception duties and assisting the team as needed

Qualifications

• Veterinary experience is required
• Previous experience working as a veterinary receptionist strongly preferred
• Previous lead, supervisory, or team leadership experience preferred
• Strong understanding of veterinary reception and general practice workflows
• Knowledge of veterinary terminology and client/patient records
• Experience with appointment scheduling and managing a busy veterinary schedule
• Knowledge of preparing health certificates preferred
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Comfortable delegating responsibilities and providing constructive feedback
• Strong conflict-resolution and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional when dealing with upset or frustrated clients
• Detail-oriented and able to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, professional, positive, and team-oriented
• Willingness to work the front desk alongside the reception team , rather than functioning solely in a supervisory capacity

We are looking for someone who is ready to take the next step in their veterinary career and become a leader while remaining an active member of the reception team.

The successful candidate will be someone who can lead by example, coach and support their coworkers, stay organized under pressure, confidently handle client concerns, and jump in wherever needed to keep the front desk running smoothly.

If you are an experienced veterinary receptionist who enjoys helping others, takes initiative, and is ready for a hands‑on leadership opportunity in a general practice, we would love to hear from you.

Pay range $25 - $30 an hour base on experience

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.

• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well‑being.

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well‑being.

• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.

• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full‑time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people‑focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.