Lead Veterinary Receptionist - West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates
Houston, TX
About the Job
Description
We are seeking an outstanding Lead Veterinary Receptionist to join our team.
In this role, the successful candidate will provide leadership, guidance, supervision, and oversight for the client service team in a busy and fast-paced environment. Under the direction of the Practice Manager and/or Office Manager, the Lead Veterinary Receptionist will perform a wide range of administrative activities, related to the hospital, providing excellent client relations, staffing guidance and training, and the promotion of services that serve to support effective business operations.
In this role, the successful candidate will provide leadership, guidance, supervision, and oversight for the client service team in a busy and fast-paced environment. Under the direction of the Practice Manager and/or Office Manager, the Lead Veterinary Receptionist will perform a wide range of administrative activities, related to the hospital, providing excellent client relations, staffing guidance and training, and the promotion of services that serve to support effective business operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting and supporting the hospital leadership in developing an efficient, productive team that provides the highest quality care and service to all pets and clients
- Helping create an environment where a team can deliver quality, efficient and effective veterinary care to pets and fostering an engaging environment
- Providing professional, efficient, and exceptional client service (leading by example), ensuring all associates do the same, including client education about preventive care, pet health needs, hospital services, and other related information
- Ensuring compliance with all practice policies and procedures
- Greet clients and patients as they enter the lobby
- Check-in patients using our electronic medical record software
- Prepare and explain estimates to the clients, collect payments, and audit invoices
- Act as the point of reference for clients who need assistance or information
- Understanding customers' needs and providing them with solutions
- Assist in managing the flow of appointments and walk-ins to ensure clients are seen in a timely manner
- Answer incoming phone calls regarding scheduling appointments, prescription refill requests, and questions clients may have regarding the hospital
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- Must have at least 1-2 years of customer service experience in the veterinary field
- Management experience is a plus
- Passionate about providing exceptional customer service and skilled in communicating effectively with our team members and pet owners
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and deal with an environment of changing priorities
- Effective problem solver and takes initiative to be creative in finding solutions to any obstacle that occurs
- Must work comfortably with team members in a collaborative, respectful, and professional manner as we value our team culture
- Must be available to fill or find coverage for open shifts
- Must be familiar with all clinic operating procedures and protocols
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules
- 401K with company match
- Paid days off for CE and robust CE allowance
- Training and career development
Source : West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates