Veterinary Receptionist - Companion Hyde Park - Stony Island

Companion Hyde Park Animal Hospital & Clinic has an

opportunity for a Veterinary Receptionist to join our team! 

The Southside of Chicago has been our home for over 50 years. While time has certainly gone by, we are just as passionate about caring for your diverse and beloved animal companions now as we were when we first opened our doors! Today, we’re proud to be a multi-veterinarian practice with two locations to better serve our community.

Location:  6937 Stony Island Avenue, Chicago, IL  60649

Shift Details:  This is a full time position (30+ hours/week)

Pay Range:  $17.00 - $18.00/hour  (based on experience)

What We Are Looking For: The ideal candidate will possess a warm, friendly, can-do attitude and the confidence to handle stressful situations. They will answer phones promptly (within three rings) and professionally using a multi-line phone system, addressing client inquiries about basic animal care, routine procedures, veterinary services, and products, while providing knowledgeable advice about wellness, prevention, and diseases. They will screen and route calls to the appropriate staff, take and deliver messages promptly, and ensure medical records are pulled for proper documentation, all while following the hospital's protocols. Personal cell phones are not allowed at the front desk. The candidate should be a leader, motivated to learn, and willing to go the extra mile in a fast-paced hospital environment. Responsibility and punctuality are crucial, and they must be prepared to work at both Hyde Park Animal Hospital on Stony Island and Hyde Park Animal Clinic on E Hyde Park Blvd. If this is just a job for you, please do not apply.  We are looking for candidates that are looking to join a great team and grow with us. 

What We Offer:

A dynamic and supportive team environment where collaboration and compassion are valued.

Opportunities for growth and advancement within our rapidly expanding practice.

Get the work-life balance you deserve with a great schedule

Competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

401K plan with company match

Job Summary: The Receptionist is the first and last contact that a client will have with the hospital and a key to creating first and lasting impressions. The Receptionist 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 Receptionist 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.  

• 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.  
• 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: 

• 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. 

• 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.