Veterinary Receptionist

Veterinary Practice Partners; Town of Southampton (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Structured onboarding and mentorship

Employee pet discount

Job summary

Olde Towne Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Receptionist to join our team. You will greet clients and patients at the front desk, collect intake information, confirm appointment details, and provide a welcoming, professional first impression in a busy veterinary setting.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision, paid time off, and a 401(k). This full-time role includes onboarding, mentorship, and employee pet discounts while supporting compassionate care

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a front desk, receptionist, or customer service role in a medical, dental, 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 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 with veterinary software familiarity (Cornerstone, Avimark, ImproMed, eVetPractice, orezyVet) considered a strong asset

Responsibilities

• Greet and 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

Skills

Front desk experience

Customer service

Active listening

Conflict resolution

Appointment scheduling

Multi-line phone system

Data entry

Payment processing / POS

Organizational skills

Teamwork / independence

Comfort with animals

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cornerstone

Avimark

ImproMed

eVetPractice

orezyVet

Job description

Olde Towne Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated and client-focused 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 notrequired; 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:

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Structured onboarding and mentorship covering veterinary workflows, software, and medical terminology
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family, too.

Salary

$22 - $25 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with variable days. Standard weekday shifts are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Alternating Saturday shifts from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. are required.

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.

Olde Towne Animal Hospital offers families and their fur babies a convenient and skilled environment in which their care is a top priority. Our goal is to create healthier and happier families through reduced recovery times after procedures, state-of-the-art technology, brand-new facilities, and a staff that is as friendly as they are effective.