Recepcionista veterinaria

West Valley Pet Clinic; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

West Valley Pet Clinic in Woodland Hills, CA is seeking a friendly Veterinary Receptionist to greet clients and pets, manage a busy front desk, and coordinate daily patient flow with the veterinary team.

You’ll handle check-ins, schedule appointments, enter records in Avimark or similar software, process payments and insurance claims, and maintain a welcoming reception area in a fast-paced clinic that cares deeply about animals and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience as a veterinary receptionist or in animal care preferred.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Comfortable handling animals of all sizes and temperaments.
• Proficiency with veterinary software is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a busy clinic.
• Compassionate, professional and team-oriented demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and their pets warmly, ensuring a positive check-in experience.
• Schedule and confirm appointments, managing a busy multi-line phone system.
• Enter and maintain client and patient records in practice software.
• Process payments, invoices, and insurance claims at the front desk.
• Coordinate with veterinarians and technicians to manage patient flow.
• Respond to client inquiries in person, by phone or email.
• Maintain a clean, organized front office and waiting area.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Team player

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Avimark

Cornerstone

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

About the Role

West Valley Pet Clinic in Woodland Hills, CA is looking for a friendly and passionate Veterinary Receptionist to be the welcoming face of our clinic! In this role, you'll play a vital part in creating a positive experience for pets and their owners from the moment they walk through our doors. If you love animals and thrive in a fast-paced, compassionate environment, we'd love to meet you!

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and their pets warmly, ensuring a positive and stress-free check-in experience
• Schedule and confirm appointments, managing a busy multi-line phone system
• Accurately enter and maintain client and patient records in veterinary practice management software
• Process payments, invoices, and insurance claims at the front desk

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with veterinarians and veterinary technicians to coordinate patient flow
• Respond to client inquiries in person, by phone, and via email regarding services, medications, and follow-up care
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming front office and waiting area

Requirements

• Prior experience as a veterinary receptionist, veterinary assistant, or in a related animal care setting preferred
• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Comfortable handling and interacting with animals of all sizes and temperaments
• Proficiency with veterinary software (e.g., Avimark, Cornerstone, or similar) is a plus
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a high-volume clinic environment
• Compassionate, professional, and team-oriented demeanor
• High school diploma or equivalent required

About Us

West Valley Pet Clinic has been a trusted name in veterinary care for the Woodland Hills, CA community, providing compassionate and high-quality medical services for beloved pets. Our clients keep coming back because they know their furry family members are in skilled, caring hands. We foster a supportive and collaborative team culture where every staff member is valued and empowered to make a difference in the lives of animals every day.