Client Service Representative – Receptionist

Unitedveterinarycare; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Chattanooga is seeking a Client Service Representative to handle front desk operations and provide exceptional service to pet owners. Applicants should have a strong customer service background, ideally in veterinary or medical settings. Benefits include paid disability insurance, 401K matching, dental and vision insurance, and paid time off. This entry-level full-time role emphasizes a compassionate approach and team collaboration.

Benefits

Short Term Disability paid for by employer

Complimentary Life Insurance

401K with company match

Dental Insurance options

Paid time off

DailyPay on Demand

Qualifications

• One year of experience in veterinary practice or human medical practice preferred.
• Minimum two years of customer service experience required.
• Enthusiastic team player with a positive professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service to pet owners.
• Schedule and confirm appointments, maintain organization.
• Educate clients on wellness plans and products.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service experience

Basic math skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Job description

Client Service Representative

Being a Client Service Representative (CSR) in a veterinary office takes a special kind of person who can deal with both humans and animals alike. As a CSR, your primary responsibility is to be efficient in all front desk operations. A CSR is the client’s first and last impression when visiting us, and it is important that all clients feel welcome, safe and comfortable. CSRs are invaluable members of our hospital team, and we treat them that way. Come thrive in an environment that encourages learning and continued growth within the profession and becomes the bridge between pet owners and patient care.

Description

Position at Animal Clinic East

Being a Client Service Representative (CSR) in a veterinary office takes a special kind of person who can deal with both humans and animals alike. As a CSR, your primary responsibility is to be efficient in all front desk operations. A CSR is the client’s first and last impression when visiting us, and it is important that all clients feel welcome, safe and comfortable. CSRs are invaluable members of our hospital team, and we treat them that way. Come thrive in an environment that encourages learning and continued growth within the profession and becomes the bridge between pet owners and patient care.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service to pet owners in a polite and timely manner, both in person and over the phone


• Schedule and confirm appointments, record keeping and organization, provide estimates and invoices for payment


• Respond with compassion and empathy in stressful and emotional situations


• Maintain a clean, stocked and orderly lobby and front office area


• Educate clients on wellness plans, food and products sold in the waiting room


• Perform opening and closing procedures, end-of-day reports and deposits


• Data Entry: records, client questionnaires, referral information, etc.


• Distribute mail


• Ensure that referral letters and lab results go to the corresponding veterinarians


• Admit patients: ensuring that the patient is weighed, and all information is current


• Opportunities to learn Veterinary Assistant skills if desired

Skills and Qualifications

• One year of experience in veterinary practice (or human medical practice) preferred


• Minimum two years’ customer service experience required (retail, food and beverage, etc.)


• Must possess basic math skills to determine proper deposits, make changes, and process payments utilizing credit card and check terminal


• Preferred general understanding of veterinary terminology, situational understanding and being able to successfully communicate these situations with clients and veterinary team.


• Excellent communication skills with clients and team members


• Proficient time management, ability to solve problems, learn, and handle multiple tasks


• Enthusiastic team player with a patient, and positive professional attitude.


• Must be able to work seated for a majority of day

Benefits and Perks

• Short Term Disability paid for by employer


• Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family


• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)


• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment


• Kaiser/Blue Cross Insurance Plans with multiple options


• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options


• United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members


• United Healthcare Vision Insurance options


• Long Term Disability option


• Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000)


• Team Member Discounts for Pet Care


• Paid time off inclusive of sick, personal, and vacation


• Referral Bonus Program


• DailyPay on Demand

Founded in 1953, Animal Clinic Inc. of Chattanooga has been dedicated for more than 60 years to providing exemplary services that consistently exceed the expectations of our clients and their highly-valued pets. We are a full service veterinary medical facility with two full-service clinic locations in Chattanooga, TN. The professional and courteous staff at Animal Clinic Downtown & Animal Clinic East seek to provide the best possible medical, surgical, and dental care for our highly valued patients. We go above and beyond to meet the strict requirements of AAHA, The American Animal Hospital Association, to maintain our accreditation for caring for companion animals. AAHA accreditation is sought voluntarily by only 15 percent of North American veterinary practices, and we are proud to be one of them!

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other

Industries: Veterinary Services

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.