Veterinary Receptionist

Veterinary Practice Partners

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Rockville, Maryland

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Act as the first point of contact by greeting clients, managing appointments, and handling payment processing. Responsible for answering inquiries, managing medication refills, and maintaining a clean office environment.

Qualifications

You have experience as a veterinary receptionist or medical office assistant, with strong organizational and multitasking skills. You can maintain a calm, professional, and positive demeanor in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating a passion for animal care.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Veterinary terminology

Medical office assistant

Customer service

Payment processing

Appointment scheduling

Veterinary receptionist

Job Description

Receptionist

Caring Hands Rockville is hiring a full-time front-desk receptionist to be the first point of contact for our veterinary clients, playing a crucial role in setting the tone for their visit. We are looking for a customer service professional who excels in a fast-paced environment, communicates clearly, and is passionate about animal care.

What to Expect

As you join our team, expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
  • Professional development opportunities

Salary: $18.00-$20.00 per hour dependent on skills and experience 

Schedule: Monday- Friday 7AM-8:30 pm, every other Saturday 7:30AM-4:30 PM

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Greet clients and their pets, complete the appointment sign-in process, confirm appointment details, and escort clients to exam rooms.
  • Ensure accurate service and product sales accounting, handle payments, process credit/debit cards, and schedule future appointments.
  • Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.
  • Understand common vaccination protocols, basic lab tests, common diseases, veterinary terminology, and pet behavior.
  • Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization to ensure a positive client experience.

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience as a veterinary receptionist or medical office assistant preferred
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills
  • Ability to maintain a calm, professional, and positive demeanor

About Caring Hands Rockville

At Caring Hands, everything we do is driven by compassion and a deep sense of purpose. Our approach to veterinary care is transparent, personalized, and rooted in trust—attracting a team of passionate professionals who live out our core values every day.

We lead with integrity, act with reliability, and support each other—and you—with a true Go Team mindset. Our goal is to create a welcoming space where both pets and their people feel seen, heard, and cared for.

We’re dedicated to meeting the unique needs of every patient and client, fostering a sense of community inside and outside our hospitals. United by a shared mission, we’re here to help you and your pet thrive—together

Veterinary Practice Partners

We value the importance of the human-animal bond and realize the depth of emotions that are a part of this bond. At Caring Hands Animal Hospital you may stay with your pet during all aspects of the office visit and medical treatments. If your pet is hospitalized you are always welcome to visit during hospital hours. If your pet needs to be taken to the treatment room during an appointment, you may come right along with them! We have 6 locations and are actively growing.
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