Now Hiring! Customer Service Representative for busy veterinary hospital in Los Alamitos

VCA Animal Hospitals•Los Alamitos, CA

1d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

At VCA, we know that we couldn’t have grown into the company we are today without all of our hardworking, talented Associates! We value all our Associates and we want you to stick around. Career growth and professional development is important, so we want to provide you with opportunities to take on new and exciting roles within VCA! Take a look at the new openings and apply to those that you feel suit you best! Thanks for interest in continuing your career with VCA! Client Service Representative We are seeking an experienced Client Service Representative to join our team. At VCA Animal Hospitals, we take our mission statement – your pet’s health is our top priority and excellent service is our goal – very seriously. With every opportunity, we aim to exceed each pet owner’s expectations. We’re looking for a personable yet highly professional “service extraordinaire” to join us in delivering our mission to our clients and their pets. Why We Need You As the face of VCA, the Client Service Representative sets the tone for the practice as we build and maintain each customer's trust and confidence in our abilities. The CSR is the pivot around which the hospital operates and is responsible for:

Requirements

At least one year of proven past experience helping customers working with people
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
Must possess and demonstrate excellent communication skills
Compassion for pets and people—as well as awareness and understanding of others’ reactions
Proven decision-making skills to choose the most appropriate course of action
The ability to integrate new information into problem-solving
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including nights, weekends and holidays
The ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and be exposed to hazards associated with pets such as allergies, contagious diseases, noises, odors, bites, scratches, and animal waste.

Responsibilities

Customer service functions, including: greeting visitors, answering telephones, and guiding clients and their pets to exam rooms.
Scheduling and confirming appointments.
Placing outbound calls for follow-ups and reaching out to prospective clients.
Presenting and explaining fees, including processing payments.
Recommending, selecting, and obtaining products and services, including prescriptions.
Answering questions regarding products and services, including educating clients on general animal husbandry and non-medical pet care (i.e. heartworm prevention, housebreaking, and flea & tick control).
Managing medical records, charts, reports and correspondence.
Hospital maintenance (including removal of animal waste) and ensuring that facility is neat and clean at all times—both inside and outside.