Veterinary Receptionist PT

Southern Veterinary Partners
US - Alabama - Birmingham
January 11, 2025

Since 1981, Oak View Animal Hospital has provided top-quality veterinary care to dog and cat owners of Shelby County and Jefferson County.
We pride ourselves on treating our clients and patients like they are family! We have won "Best Veterinarian in Shelby County" multiple times!

We offer laser therapy, the latest anesthetic monitoring equipment, an in-hour lab equipped with state-of-the-art technology, dentistry, routine and advanced care, and routine and advanced surgeries.

We partner with the local humane societies to offer complimentary exams for newly adopted pets and are active within the community.

Our highly trained team focuses on treating clients, pets, and each other with compassion and respect.
We provide exceptional care for our clients and their pets and have fun while doing it! If you think our team sounds like a fit for you, we would love to meet you soon!

As a Receptionist you will:

Receive and place calls to clients for the purpose of scheduling.
Prioritize multiple tasks in a calm, organized manner.
Maintain proper documentation through client and pet records, i.e.
referral documentation, previous medical history received, etc.
Assist all clients by providing necessary instructions, information and invoices, dispense prescription items per the veterinarian's instructions, and schedule all future appointments.
Utilize hospital computer systems to document medical records and communicate with clients and teammates.
Manage the financial needs of the hospital by maintaining accurate balances through collection of client transactions, following all cash and credit card handling procedures, and following proper opening and closing procedures.
Excellent customer service skills and an exceptional level of communication in a professional manner.
Advocate for pets through client education on preventative care, pet health needs, treatment recommendations and all other hospital services/procedures.
Maintain a positive attitude in all interactions with clients, pets and other teammates.
Demonstrate ability to show empathy toward clients and treat pets with compassion and respect.
Utilizing standard office/business equipment.
Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and procedures.
Flexible schedule including some weekend and holiday shifts.
Experience with veterinary software is preferred.
Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments.
Possession of organizational skills.
Critical thinking - Understanding logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, good judgment and ability to manage stressful situations.
Pay of $15.00/hour
Discounted Veterinary Care
SVP offers educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-CVTEA accredited veterinary technician programs
Teladoc
A large network of over 5,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth
Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!

Our team's continuous dedication has rewarded us with remarkable growth, and Southern Veterinary Partners now employs more than 8,000 employees nationwide.
The organization's success has not gone unnoticed, landing us recognition as #19 on Newsweek's "Most Loved Workplaces" list in 2022.
Additionally, we have ranked among Inc.
5000's List of "Fastest Growing Companies in America" (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022) and the Birmingham Business Journal's "FastTrack 30" of the Fastest Growing Companies in Birmingham (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021).

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