Hybrid CSR & Vet Assistant: Front Desk + Care

Animal Care Centers; North Haledon (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Mental health support

PTO

Parental leave

Holiday pay

CE platform (free)

401(k) with match

Pet insurance discounts

Employee discounts on care

Job summary

North Haledon Veterinary Care is seeking a Veterinary Assistant / Receptionist to join a busy, client‑facing hospital. In this hybrid front desk and clinical role, you will welcome clients, schedule appointments, process payments, and assist doctors and technicians during exams and procedures.

The position emphasizes compassionate client communication, comfortable animal handling, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a veterinary hospital CSR or Veterinary Assistant role preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Comfortable working with animals and clients.
• Ability to multitask between front desk and clinical duties.
• Dependable, adaptable and team-oriented.
• Interest in continuing to learn veterinary skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and manage check-in/out to create a positive experience.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and handle client questions.
• Process payments and maintain accurate client/patient records.
• Assist with prescription requests and client communications.
• Support veterinarians and technicians during exams and procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain treatment areas.

Skills

CSR experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Animal handling

Front desk

Clinical assistance

Team oriented

Tools

None

Job description

North Haledon Veterinary Care is seeking a Veterinary Assistant / Receptionist to join a busy, client‑facing hospital. In this hybrid front desk and clinical role, you will welcome clients, schedule appointments, process payments, and assist doctors and technicians during exams and procedures.

The position emphasizes compassionate client communication, comfortable animal handling, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities are offered.