Veterinary Receptionist - Fort Worth, TX

South Meadow Animal Clinic; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonus program

Health insurance

Dental & vision coverage

Uniform allowance

Pet discounts

Six paid holidays

Employee discount program

Job summary

South Meadow Animal Clinic is seeking a friendly Veterinary Receptionist to join our two-doctor practice in Fort Worth, TX. You’ll handle front-desk duties, greet clients, schedule visits, and process payments while supporting a collaborative veterinary team.

We offer competitive pay based on experience, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and a range of wellness, lifestyle, and pet-related benefits. Flexible scheduling and rotating Saturday shifts help maintain work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Excellent client-facing communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities to manage front desk tasks.
• Positive, compassionate approach with pets and people.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients warmly and professionally.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and process payments.
• Maintain accurate client and patient records.
• Coordinate daily hospital workflow with the veterinary team.
• Support veterinarians and technicians as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

Who we are

South Meadow Animal Clinic is Hiring a Veterinary Receptionist!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary ReceptionistStatus: Full-TimeSalary: Competitive and based on experienceSchedule: Flexible scheduling with rotating Saturday shifts

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You:

Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition:

Quarterly team bonuses, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate:

Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Love Pets, People, and Making Someone’s Day a Little Better?

Are you passionate about providing outstanding patient care and exceptional client service? South Meadow Animal Clinic would love to hear from you!

We’re looking for a Veterinary Receptionist to join our fantastic team of compassionate professionals. As a well-established two-doctor practice, we’re committed to providing high-quality veterinary care while creating an environment where our team members can do their best work.

We genuinely appreciate the different personalities, perspectives, and unique skills each person brings to our hospital. We also believe work-life balance matters, so we offer flexible scheduling and a supportive culture that encourages professional growth.

If you’re organized, compassionate, enjoy connecting with people, and don’t mind the occasional puppy kiss or kitty headbutt, you might be exactly who we’ve been looking for.

Why Our Veterinary Receptionists Love Working Here

At South Meadow Animal Clinic, our reception team is essential to the client and patient experience.

You can look forward to:

• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
• Rotating Saturday shifts
• A well-established two-doctor practice
• Mentoring and support as you grow your career
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunities to make a difference for pets and people in your community
• A workplace that values teamwork and mutual respect
• A team that encourages learning and celebrates each other’s growth
• A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness
• Plenty of puppy kisses and kitty headbutts along the way

What Our Veterinary Receptionists Do

As a Veterinary Receptionist, you’ll be one of the first people our clients meet and a key link between pet owners and our medical team.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Welcoming clients and patients with warmth, professionalism, and compassion
• Answering phones and responding to client questions
• Scheduling and coordinating appointments
• Checking clients and patients in and out
• Processing payments
• Maintaining accurate client and patient information
• Communicating messages between clients and the medical team
• Helping coordinate daily hospital workflow
• Supporting veterinarians, technicians, and fellow team members
• Providing thoughtful and compassionate client service
• Helping maintain an organized and welcoming reception area
• Listening patiently as clients explain exactly why their pet is the best one that has ever lived
• Contributing to a positive, efficient, and supportive hospital environment

What You’ll Bring

Great veterinary reception takes more than being good at answering phones. It requires empathy, organization, communication, teamwork, and the ability to keep things moving when the day gets busy.

Our ideal Veterinary Receptionist is ready to:

• Let their passion for pets and veterinary care shine every day
• Deliver exceptional client service
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with pet owners
• Stay organized while managing multiple priorities
• Maintain a positive and supportive approach
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff
• Recognize that remarkable results are achieved through teamwork and mutual respect
• Listen to clients and help them feel heard and supported
• Grow professionally while encouraging the growth of others
• Bring reliability, attention to detail, and a team-first mindset
• Tolerate—and preferably enjoy—puppy kisses and kitty headbutts

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

At South Meadow Animal Clinic, we believe your job should leave room for the rest of your life.

That’s why we offer flexible scheduling with rotating Saturday shifts and a culture that genuinely values work-life balance.

You’ll also have mentoring and support as you continue building your career. We believe the more you know, the better off we all are, and we want our team members to have opportunities to learn, develop, and share their knowledge with others.

Most importantly, you’ll have the opportunity to use your veterinary experience and client service skills to make a difference in your community—all while being part of a clinic that celebrates what makes you uniquely you.

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Think You’re the Veterinary Receptionist We’ve Been Longing For?

Fantastic! We’d love to meet you.

If you’re looking for a veterinary receptionist position where client service, teamwork, professional growth, work-life balance, and your unique awesomeness are valued, South Meadow Animal Clinic could be the perfect place to grow your career.

Bring your compassion, organization, personality, and love for pets and people. We’ll provide a supportive team, opportunities to grow, and plenty of four-legged friends who will be happy to see you.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at South Meadow Animal Clinic and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing different perspectives and ways of understanding and engaging with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.