Veterinary Receptionist

Success Today Staffing; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Lake Animal Hospital & Lakeside Pet Resort of Troy is seeking a Veterinary Receptionist to be the warm, first point of contact for clients and their pets in Troy, Michigan. This role blends front desk duties with compassionate animal care support.

As a Client Ambassador, you will greet clients, answer phones, schedule appointments, process payments, and assist with administrative tasks while helping create a welcoming experience for every patient.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ year of prior customer service experience.
• Reception experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working around animals, including those that may be anxious or aggressive.
• Physical requirements: stand, sit, move frequently, bend/kneel/stretch, maintain composure in a dynamic, high-energy environment.
• Full-time availability and Saturday shifts may be required.

Responsibilities

• Warmly greet clients and pets upon arrival.
• Answer multi-line phones, schedule appointments, and update medical charts.
• Process monetary transactions and handle client payments.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, stocking, scanning, and uploading records.
• Support kennel and boarding staff with dog walking, feeding, and check-in/check-out.
• Maintain a clean and organized reception area.

Skills

Customer service

Phone handling

Front desk duties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Veterinary Receptionist

Troy, MI, US

Salary Range: $15.00 To $18.00 Annually

Join Long Lake Animal Hospital & Lakeside Pet Resort of Troy as a Client Ambassador!

Part of the Veterinary United Family

Are you passionate about animals and ready to start a career in Veterinary Medicine? Join Veterinary United, where our dedicated team of animal wellness advocates is transforming veterinary care for the better. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to a supportive and positive environment that delivers individual care to every patient and client, while also making a meaningful impact in our communities.

Be a Pawsitive Influence!

The ideal candidate will be pet- and people-friendly, energetic, and eager to help create the best experience for every pet and their owner. As the first point of contact, you'll bring warmth and positivity to every interaction, setting the tone for exceptional customer service. Your love for animals of all kinds will shine through as you grow in a field that combines compassion with continuous learning and growth.

As a Client Ambassador, you'll support the hospital’s daily operations and create an inviting and efficient front desk experience. You will:

• Warmly greet clients and pets upon arrival.
• Answer multi-line phones, schedule appointments, and update medical charts.
• Process monetary transactions and handle client payments.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, stocking, scanning, and uploading records.
• Support kennel and boarding staff as needed with dog walking, feeding, and check-in/check-out.
• Maintain a clean and organized reception area to ensure a welcoming space.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of prior customer service experience.
• Reception experience highly preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without restriction.
• Comfortable working around animals, including those that may be anxious or aggressive.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand, sit, and move frequently; bend, kneel, and stretch as needed to assist pets and clients; and maintain composure and control in a dynamic, high-energy environment.
• Must be available for full time employment and open to working Saturday's

Why Join Veterinary United?

At Veterinary United, we believe in teamwork, growth, and fostering a positive culture. We aim to be changemakers in veterinary medicine, building a better future for our hospitals, teams, and clients. If you’re open to growth, positivity, and making a difference in the veterinary field, Veterinary United is the perfect place for you!

Veterinary United’s Commitment to their Team:

• Inspire and encourage a culture of teamwork and collaboration.
• Empower team members to embrace our culture of kindness and choose an environment of positivity and joy.
• Lead the teams to model, identify, exemplify, and amplify leadership.
• Believe and achieve; a growth mindset for yourself, for your team, and for veterinary medicine.
• Evolve to create opportunities to embrace efforts of team building, fun, and camaraderie.