Veterinary Receptionist

Vetpracticepartners; Tenafly (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Structured onboarding and mentorship

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Tenafly Veterinary Center is seeking a dedicated and client-focused part-time Veterinary Receptionist to join our team in Tenafly, NJ. We welcome candidates from human medical or dental offices, urgent care clinics, or high-volume hospitality and customer service environments.

No veterinary experience is required; onboarding and training will be provided. The role includes greeting clients, managing phones, scheduling, check-out, and maintaining a welcoming reception area with a 28-hour weekly

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in front desk, receptionist or customer service in medical or veterinary settings.
• Strong verbal and written communication with active listening and conflict resolution.
• Experience with appointment scheduling, multi-line phones, data entry and payments.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in clients at the front desk, collect intake info and confirm appointments.
• Answer a multi-line phone system, direct calls, and respond to scheduling inquiries.
• Process payments, post charges and schedule future appointments.
• Provide compassionate customer service during stressful or emotional moments.
• Enter data accurately and maintain organized records in the practice system.
• Relay messages to clinical staff and support daily operations.
• Keep reception and waiting area clean, organized and welcoming.

Skills

Front desk experience

Customer service

Phone system familiarity

Data entry

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Cornerstone

Avimark

ImproMed

eVetPractice

Job description

Tenafly Veterinary Center is seeking a dedicated and client-focused part-time Veterinary Receptionist to join our team. This position is open to candidates who bring strong transferable experience from adjacent fields, including human medical or dental offices, urgent care clinics, emergency services, or high-volume hospitality and customer service environments.

We are looking for a professional whodemonstratescomposure under pressure, a genuine affinity for animals, andthe interpersonalskills to support clients across a wide range of experiences — including those that are emotionally demanding. Veterinary-specific knowledge is nostrequired; comprehensive onboarding and training will be provided.

What to Expect

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

• 401(k) plan
• Structured onboarding and mentorship covering veterinary workflows, software, and medical terminology
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

Salary

$18 - $22 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule

This is a part time position averaging 28 hours per week. Monday–Wednesday: 12:00 PM–8:00 PM and Saturday: 9:00 AM–3:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Greetand check in clients and patients at the front desk, collect intake information, and confirm appointment details in a professional and welcoming manner
• Answer and manage a multi-line telephone system, directing calls and responding to inquiries regarding scheduling, services, and general information
• Perform client check-out, including payment processing, posting charges, and scheduling future appointments
• Provide composed and compassionate customer service to clients experiencing anxiety, distress, or difficult news regarding their pet's health
• Perform accurate data entry and maintain organized records in the practice management system following onboarding and training
• Communicate effectively with clinical staff to relay messages, flag urgent situations, and support efficient daily operations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception and waiting area

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a front desk, receptionist, or customer service role in a medical, dental, urgent care, veterinary, or high-volume service environment
• Proven customer service skills with strong verbal and written communication, including active listening and conflict resolution
• Experience with appointment scheduling, multi-line phone systems, data entry, and payment processing or point-of-sale (POS)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; comfortable learning new software and workflows
• Reliable, punctual, and professional; ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Genuine affinity for animals and comfort working in a clinical setting

Experience in a veterinary clinic, animal care facility, or medical office; familiarity with veterinary or medical terminology; or PIMS software experience (Cornerstone,Avimark,ImproMed,eVetPractice, orezyVet) is considered a strong asset.

About Tenafly Veterinary Center

Tenafly Veterinary Center and our sister hospital, Overpeck Creek Animal Hospital, have been proudly caring for pets and their families since 1995. We’re a full-service, community-focused practice offering everything from routine wellness and dental care to advanced surgery and emergency services. Our team is known for compassion, professionalism, and creating a welcoming environment where pets’ comfort comes first. We value collaboration, continuous learning, and building lasting relationships with the families we serve.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.