Parttime Veterinary ReceptionistKennel Technician

Animal Medical Center of Hernando; Hernando (MS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid vacation

Sick time

Parental leave

Continuing Education (CE) allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Referral bonus

Pet discounts

Job summary

Animal Medical Center of Hernando in Hernando, MS is seeking a compassionate veterinary receptionist to join its fast-paced team. You will greet clients and patients, answer calls and emails, schedule appointments, and handle check-ins, check-outs and payments.

Daily duties include caring for hospitalized/boarded pets, monitoring health and behavior, and assisting the veterinary team with exams and post-operative care. Training and career development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of veterinary experience or equivalent preferred
• Compassionate, calm, organized, and a strong communicator
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced veterinary environment
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn
• Weekend availability required
• Comfortable handling dogs and cats of all sizes
• Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and handle pets and supplies
• Willingness to learn cleaning, medication, and basic patient care
• Reliable team player with positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Eager to grow veterinary knowledge and skills

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients; provide friendly, compassionate service
• Answer calls and emails; address concerns and schedule appointments
• Check clients in/out and process payments
• Provide daily care for hospitalized and boarding pets (feeding, walking, bathing, medicating)
• Monitor and document patient health, behavior, and medications
• Clean kennels, treatment areas, equipment and instruments
• Assist veterinary team with restraint, exams, and post-operative care
• Restock supplies; maintain a clean, safe hospital environment
• Work safely around animal waste, odors, and potential bites or scratches

Skills

Vet experience

Compassionate

Communication

Multitasking

Computer skills

Weekend availability

Handling animals

Mobility

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Greet clients and patients and provide friendly, compassionate service.
• Answer calls and emails, address client concerns, and schedule appointments.
• Check clients in/out and process payments.
• Provide daily care for hospitalized and boarding pets, including feeding, walking, bathing, and medicating.
• Monitor and document patient health, behavior, and medications.
• Clean kennels, treatment areas, equipment, and surgical instruments.
• Assist the veterinary team with restraint, exams, and post-operative care.
• Restock supplies and help maintain a clean, safe hospital environment.
• Comfortably work around animal waste, unpleasant odors/noises, and potential bites or scratches.

We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and enjoys a fast-paced, team-oriented veterinary environment. Training and career development opportunities are available!

Qualifications:

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

• Veterinary experience of at least 1yr required.
• Compassionate, calm, organized, and a strong communicator.
• Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn.
• Weekend availability required.
• Comfortable safely handling and restraining dogs and cats of all sizes.
• Able to stand, walk, lift, and handle pets, food, and supplies.
• Willingness to learn cleaning, medication, and basic patient care.
• Reliable team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Eager to learn and grow your veterinary knowledge and skills.

Additional Information

We offer our staff:

Pay: $14.00-16.00 depending on experience

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
• *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
• For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/