Part-Time Veterinary Receptionist

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Lenoir City (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Lenoir City Animal Clinic in Lenoir City, TN is seeking a friendly, organized Part-Time Veterinary Receptionist to join our team. This role works 2-3 weekdays and rotating Saturdays, supporting the daily flow of the hospital and creating a welcoming experience for clients and their pets.

Responsibilities include greeting clients, answering phones, scheduling appointments, processing payments, maintaining records, and assisting veterinarians and technicians in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary receptionist experience preferred.
• Experience in medical/healthcare front desk roles considered.
• Must be available to work 2-3 weekdays per week and rotating Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients with warmth and professionalism
• Answer incoming phone calls and respond to client questions
• Schedule appointments and manage the daily appointment flow
• Check clients in and out efficiently and accurately
• Process payments and maintain accurate financial records
• Communicate clearly with clients regarding services, estimates, and follow-up care
• Maintain patient records and update client information in the practice management system
• Support veterinarians and technicians with administrative and clerical tasks
• Keep the reception area clean, organized, and welcoming
• Provide excellent customer service while multitasking in a busy clinical environment

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organization

Multitasking

Calm under pressure

Team oriented

Tools

Scheduling software

Payment processing systems

Practice management software

Job description

Part-Time Veterinary Receptionist

Department: Receptionists

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Lenoir City, Tennessee

Description

Lenoir City Animal Clinic is seeking a friendly, organized, and dependable Part-Time Veterinary Receptionist to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with both people and pets, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in delivering excellent client service.

This part-time position will work 2-3 weekdays per week plus a rotating Saturday schedule (approximately 2 Saturdays per month) and plays an important role in creating a welcoming experience for clients while supporting the daily flow of the hospital.

What You'll Do:

• Greet clients and patients with warmth and professionalism
• Answer incoming phone calls and respond to client questions
• Schedule appointments and manage the daily appointment flow
• Check clients in and out efficiently and accurately
• Process payments and maintain accurate financial records
• Communicate clearly with clients regarding services, estimates, and follow-up care
• Maintain patient records and update client information in the practice management system
• Support veterinarians and technicians with administrative and clerical tasks
• Keep the reception area clean, organized, and welcoming
• Provide excellent customer service while multitasking in a busy clinical environment

What We're Looking For:

• Previous veterinary receptionist experience preferred
• Experience in a medical, dental, or other fast-paced healthcare front desk role considered
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Friendly, professional, and compassionate demeanor
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
• Comfortable handling phones, scheduling software, and payment processing
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn veterinary software
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
• Must be available to work 2-3 weekdays each week and rotating Saturdays

Why Join Lenoir City Animal Clinic:

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work with a compassionate, experienced veterinary team
• Meaningful work helping pets and the families who love them
• Positive workplace culture with a strong focus on teamwork
• Part-time schedule with consistent hours

If you are passionate about client service, enjoy working in a team-focused veterinary environment, and want to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families, we'd love to hear from you.