Mission Pet Health is hiring: Veterinary Receptionist in Kennesaw

Overview

Job Summary: The Receptionist is the first and last contact that a client will have with the hospital and a key to creating first and lasting impressions. The Receptionist must have exceptional client service and communication skills, computer literacy, ability to handle payment and financial issues, ability to multi-task, a friendly attitude and confidence to deal with stressful situations. The Receptionist will support veterinarians, technicians, veterinary assistants, groomers and kennel staff in daily patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MPH.
• Greet clients and pets by name with a smile and a positive, solution-oriented attitude.
• Answer phones promptly and professionally using a multi-line phone system; answer client inquiries about basic animal care and routine procedures, questions about veterinary services and products, and provide knowledgeable advice about wellness, prevention, and diseases.
• Screen and route calls to appropriate staff; take and deliver messages promptly to appropriate staff, pulling medical records of patients so staff can properly document information.
• Schedule appointments and surgeries according to hospital scheduling guidelines and make surgery and appointment confirmation calls.
• Note in medical records the details discussed during client conversations including the date, time, key points of the discussion and any required information.
• Enter accurate charges; explain invoices to show value for care provided, stating all services and products provided before the total; echo doctors’ recommendations when checking out clients.
• Collect payment when services are rendered, including making change for cash payments, processing credit cards and obtaining proper ID for checks.
• Verify the eligibility of clients with charge accounts.
• Check medical and computer records for accurate client addresses, phone numbers, e-mail addresses and scan appropriate new documents to patient’s medical records.
• Fill prescription refill forms and provide routine administration instructions to clients.
• Advise clients on flea/tick preventatives, heartworm preventatives, pre-anesthetic testing, pain management, shampoos, home dental products, and other retail items.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to MPH core values.
• Computer knowledge required—keyboard skills and use of email/internet.
• Working knowledge of veterinary terminology; ability to pronounce, spell, and know the meaning.
• Excellent spelling and grammar.
• Ability to handle varied and sometimes difficult conditions; able to remain calm and professional in highly emotional situations.
• Ability to display tact and respect with clients and team members, even when busy or hectic.
• Confident, calm, and professional demeanor with clients and staff in stressful situations.
• Genuine liking for animals and their owners and for working in an animal care field.

Mission Pet Health (MPH) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.