Veterinary Client Services Specialist

Lake Chatuge Animal Hospital; Young Harris (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading global pet care organization is seeking a Client Services Specialist in Young Harris, Georgia. The role involves providing exceptional customer service, handling check-ins and scheduling, and assisting clients with veterinary needs. A high school diploma is required, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree and prior client service experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Client service experience in a veterinary or related field preferred.
• Strong telephone etiquette.
• Ability to multi-task while attending to details.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and manage the check-in and check-out process.
• Schedule clients for treatments and vaccinations.
• Assist in invoicing clients and collecting fees.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic veterinary knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Practice management software

Job description

The Client Services Specialist is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with a Hospital Manager and supporting medical staff to provide exceptional customer service while maintaining a smooth and efficient flow of clients and patients through the animal hospital.

Job Responsibilities

· Responsible for greeting clients, determining the needs of the clients and patients, and completing the check-in and check-out process. Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.

· Follows established policy and procedures in scheduling clients for prompt treatment of ill and/or injured patients, as well as proper scheduling of patients in need of vaccinations, rechecks, surgeries, in-hospital procedures, and other services that require the doctors’ and technicians’ time.

· Helps with client reminders for annual health assessments, parasite checks, dentistry, senior care, etc.

· Pulls patient charts for daily scheduled appointments and collects information to make necessary updates, including the creation of new charts, when appropriate.

· Assists technician in filling prescriptions with appropriate medication and providing routine instructions to owners on the proper administration of the medication.

· Performs over-the-counter sales of merchandise such as food and special diets, shampoos, flea and tick control products, heartworm, etc. Demonstrates a technical knowledge of products and is capable of assisting clients with their product needs.

· Invoices clients, collects fees, makes change, imprints credit card forms, and obtains authorization for credit charges following the credit policies of the hospital.

· Demonstrates basic emergency procedures and can give proper information on transporting the patient to the hospital. Responsible for advising hospital staff about incoming emergencies.

· Maintains appearance and cleanliness of the waiting room and reception area, including re-stocking of products, office supplies, client educational materials, hospital brochures, etc.

· Prepares and sends welcome letters, new client information packets, referral and thank you letters, condolences, long wait notes, and other correspondence for the doctors and/or Hospital Manager.

· Demonstrates a full working knowledge of PIMS procedures and functional applications.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

· High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

· Prior client service experience in related area preferred but not required

· Proper telephone etiquette and client service excellence

· Basic veterinary medical knowledge, including products and services

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, e-mail, and practice management software experience preferred)

· Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task and still attend to details

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.