Emergency Veterinary Front Desk — Evenings & Weekends

Inside Higher Ed; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 18,843 - 26,837; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TRS retirement plan

Full benefits eligible

Job summary

A public research university seeks a Small Animal Emergency Front Desk professional to assist clients with bringing their pets for emergency care. Responsibilities include being the first contact point, managing appointments, and processing payments. Ideal candidates should have technical knowledge in the veterinary field and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. This full-time position offers a salary of $16.58 per hour along with comprehensive benefits, located in Athens, Georgia.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment demonstrating excellent customer service.
• Knowledge of general animal anatomy and ability to recognize medical needs.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for clients bringing pets for emergency care.
• Provide assistance regarding veterinary services and hospital policies.
• Enter patient information into the hospital database.

Skills

Customer service

Knowledge of veterinary terminology

Ability to handle distressing situations

Education

Technical knowledge from apprenticeship, 2-year degree, or professional certificate

Tools

MS Office suite

Hospital database system (Vetview)

Job description

A public research university seeks a Small Animal Emergency Front Desk professional to assist clients with bringing their pets for emergency care. Responsibilities include being the first contact point, managing appointments, and processing payments. Ideal candidates should have technical knowledge in the veterinary field and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. This full-time position offers a salary of $16.58 per hour along with comprehensive benefits, located in Athens, Georgia.