Veterinary Receptionist

Veterinary Practice Partners; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Fourmile Veterinary Clinic in Canon City, Colorado, seeks a friendly veterinary receptionist to be the first point of contact for clients and their pets.

You will balance administrative precision with warmth, manage a high‑volume front desk, and support the veterinary team through appointments, records, and payments.

This part‑time role offers PTO and a 401(k), with a schedule of 2–3 days per week, typically 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a veterinary receptionist.
• Experience with veterinary practice management software (Cornerstone, Avimark, ImproMed, eVetPractice, or ezyVet).
• Knowledge of veterinary terminology, vaccines, and basic procedures.
• Strong scheduling, phone handling, records management, and payment processing.
• Excellent customer service and clear communication in high‑volume settings.
• Comfort with handling animals of varying sizes.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and check in patients, verify records, and confirm appointments using management software.
• Answer a multi‑line phone system and handle inquiries and scheduling.
• Process payments, post charges, explain invoices, and schedule follow ups.
• Communicate medical information compassionately, including end‑of‑life discussions.
• Maintain EMR and data entry in the PIMS system.
• Coordinate with veterinarians and staff to maintain patient flow.
• Keep reception area clean and welcoming.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk experience

Medical records management

Phone management

Emotional resilience

Tools

Cornerstone

Avimark

ImproMed

eVetPractice

ezyVet

Job description

Fourmile Veterinary Clinic is seeking a skilled and compassionate veterinary receptionist to serve as the primary point of contact for our clients and their pets. This position plays an integral role in the overall client experience, requiring a professional who can balance administrative precision with genuine warmth across a wide range of interactions — including those of a sensitive or emotionally complex nature.

Qualified candidates will bring demonstrated experience managing high-volume front desk operations, a calm and composed presence under pressure, and a commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality customer service in a clinical setting.

What to Expect

As you join our mission, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees

Salary

$16.00-$17.50 per hour dependent on skills and experience

Schedule

Part-Time, 2-3 days per week. Monday- Friday 7:30AM-5:30PM

Responsibilities

• Greetand check in clients and patients, verify and update medical records, and confirm appointment details using practice management software
• Answer and manage a multi-line telephone system, responding to inquiries regarding appointment scheduling, prescription refill requests, vaccination records, and general hospital information
• Perform client check-out, including processing payments, posting charges, explaining invoices, and scheduling follow-up appointments
• Communicate medical information, diagnoses, and care instructions accurately and compassionately, including in emotionally sensitive situations such as euthanasia scheduling and end-of-life discussions
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records (EMR) and ensure timely data entry in the veterinary practice information management system (PIMS)
• Coordinate with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and support staff to relay client communications, flag urgent cases, and maintain efficient patient flow
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the reception area and waiting room to ensure a positive client experience

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a veterinary receptionist is required
• Experience with veterinary practice management software; Cornerstone, Avimark, ImproMed, eVetPractice, or ezyVet preferred
• Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology, vaccination protocols, and basic diagnostic procedures
• Proficiency in appointment scheduling, multi-line phone management, medical records management, and payment processing
• Proven customer service skills; ability to manage high-volume client relations with composure and accuracy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening and conflict resolution
• Comfortable handling animals of varying sizes, breeds, and temperaments, including fearful or reactive patients

About Fourmile Veterinary Clinic

We’re focused on making sure our hospital has the right tools to allow our doctor and medical staff the ability to provide excellent service and care. In addition to diagnostic and preventative services, our hospital is equipped with digital radiography and in-house labs. We also offer large/farm animal care and pulmonary arterial pressure (PAP) testing.