Veterinary Receptionist - Opelika, AL

Opelika Animal Hospital•Opelika, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Opelika Animal Hospital is Hiring a Lead Veterinary Receptionist! Position Details Role: Lead Veterinary Receptionist with experience in the veterinary field Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: Flexible weekly schedule with rotating weekend shifts Opelika Animal Hospital is looking to add a Full-Time Lead Veterinary Receptionist to our incredible front desk team! If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves connecting with clients, and enjoys being at the center of a collaborative, team-oriented practice, this could be the perfect fit for you. Experience working in a veterinary setting is required for this role. Why Our Veterinary Receptionists Love Opelika Animal Hospital At Opelika Animal Hospital, our front desk team is truly the heart of the practice. You’ll play a key role in creating a welcoming, supportive experience for both our clients and patients every single day. We’re a busy walk-in clinic with a strong, close-knit team—many of whom have been with us for 20+ years. We work hard, support each other, and genuinely enjoy what we do. Think team-first environment with lots of energy, collaboration, and a shared love for animals. Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growth Leadership that listens and invests in your development Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways

Requirements

Previous veterinary reception experience required
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Positive, team-oriented attitude
Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting
A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught
Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience

Responsibilities

Greet clients and patients and provide exceptional customer service
Answer phones and manage appointment flow in a walk-in setting
Process payments and handle financial transactions
Maintain accurate client and patient records (charting)
Support doctors and the hospital manager as needed
Help keep the front desk running smoothly and efficiently
Communicate with warmth, clarity, and confidence

Benefits

A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
529 Savings Plan
Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
Referral bonus program
Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
Sick Time / Paid Time Off
Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
Pet discounts on services and products
Pet food discount program
Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Six paid holidays (full-time only)
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program