Veterinary Receptionist

Dogwood-Veterinary-Hospital-; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

401k Match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Paid Parental Leave

Work/Life Balance day off

Disability options

Tuition assistance for Vet Tech study

Job summary

Dogwood Veterinary Hospital & Pet Resort in North Carolina is seeking a friendly Veterinary Receptionist to manage front desk duties in a busy, multi-doctor practice. You will handle phone calls, appointments, and client greetings while supporting the veterinary team.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and a willingness to work weekends; on-site presence is essential to ensure smooth patient care and excellent client service.

Qualifications

• Prior customer service experience required.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Regular on-site presence is essential to support patient care and staff safety.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls and schedule appointments.
• Greet clients and maintain front-of-house duties.
• Review invoices or discharge instructions and maintain hospital paperwork.

Skills

Customer Service

Ability to lift 40 lbs

On-site presence

Job description

Veterinary Receptionist

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Dogwood Veterinary Hospital & Pet Resort

Reporting To: Practice Manager

Description

Our hospital is seeking a Veterinary Receptionist to help provide outstanding patient care and client service in a fast-paced, multi-doctor animal hospital.

The Veterinary Receptionist is responsible for maintaining front of house duties. These tasks vary by day but can include: answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, greeting clients, maintaining hospital required paperwork and reviewing invoices or discharge instructions. To be successful in this role, clear communication and organizational skills are key!

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, healthy and positive communication skills, and the ability to multi-task in a hands‑on environment
• Energetic people-and-pet person with excellent work ethic and social and organizational skills
• Be compassionate/caring
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends
• Can work individually, as well as on a team
• Self-starter personality that can complete daily tasks without the need for constant direction

Skills, Knowledge, & Expertise

• Prior Customer Service Experience
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• This position requires regular on-site presence as an essential function of the role. Due to the nature of veterinary hospital operations, in-person attendance is necessary to support patient care, respond to time-sensitive needs, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain the safety and well‑being of patients, clients, and staff. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision Options)
• 401k Match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave
• One (1) Work/Life Balance day off
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• Supplemental insurance options
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Scrub allowance
• Hands‑on and E-training
• Professional growth opportunities
• Tuition assistance for prospective Veterinary Technician Students