Lead Customer Service Representative (Lead Receptionist) - Shallowford Animal Hospital

Shallowford Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a full time Lead Veterinary Receptionist to join our team! 

Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Are you looking for a place with continual opportunities to learn? Well, here it is! Shallowford Animal Hospital in Chattanooga, TN, is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic professional to join their team as our Lead Customer Service Representative.

We are a 4-doctor, looking to grow into a 5-doctor, exclusively small animal practice that specializes in providing high quality, compassionate and convenient care for our patients. We recognize the importance of the relationships between humans and animals and we see our clients and patients as extended family. We are a full service practice that provides many services such as preventative care, surgery, laparoscopy, digital radiology and an in-house laboratory. We also offer grooming.

We are looking for a full time team member who enjoys the constant change and challenge our practice brings. The desired candidate is preferred to have experience in a veterinary hospital, completing tasks such as scheduling, answering multi-line telephones, greeting clients, data entry, cashier duties and filing. Experience with Cornerstone software is a plus.

At least 1 year of experience in the veterinary industry is preferred.

Full time benefits include:

Competitive Wages

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Uniform Allowance

Veterinary services at a reduced rate

You can find us on the web at www.shallowfordanimal.com

If you would like to work in our state-of-the-art veterinary hospital and share our philosophy, please email your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38 – 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift

Work Location: In person

Job Summary:  The Lead Customer Service Representative (CSR) focuses on client service and excellent communication. The Lead CSR is the first and last contact that a client will have with the hospital and a key to creating first and lasting impressions. The Lead CSR 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 Lead CSR will support veterinarians, technicians, veterinary assistants, groomers and kennel staff in daily patient and client care. 

How you'll make an impact: 

• Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP. 
• 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; answering 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 hospital scheduling guidelines and make surgery and appointment confirmation calls.  
• Note in medical records the details discussed during client conservations including the date, time, key points of the discussion and any required information.  
• Train new employees using level training method.  
• Foster collaborative relationships with other team members and departments. 
• 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 getting proper ID for checks.  
• Verify the eligibility of clients with charge accounts.  
• Balance the cash drawer at end of each day.  
• 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 prescriptions refill forms and provide routine administrations instructions to clients.  
• Advise clients on flea/tick preventative, heartworm preventatives, pre-anesthetic testing, pain management, shampoos, home dental products, and other retail items. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• High school diploma or equivalent.  
• Prior experience in customer service/reception in veterinary field required. 
• Demonstrated commitment to MVP core values. 
• Computer knowledge required- keyboarding and use of communication tools (e-mail/internet).  
• Working knowledge of veterinary terminology- must be able to pronounce, spell, and know the meaning.  
• Must have excellent spelling and grammar.  
• Ability to handle varied and sometimes difficult conditions: will be exposed to highly emotional situations, unpleasant odors, noises and animal excrement.  
• Ability to display tact and respect with clients and team members, even when busy or hectic.  
• Ability to conduct oneself in a confident, calm, and professional manner with clients and staff when situations are stressful and/or focused on individual tasks. 
• Must feel and express a genuine liking for animals and their owners and for working in an animal care field. 

We put people first and never compromise on our values. 

Apply today for immediate consideration! 

Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.