Veterinary Receptionist - New Paltz, NY
New Paltz Animal Hospital•Village of New Paltz, NY
•$18 - $20•Onsite
About The Position
New Paltz Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Receptionist to join their team. This role offers the advantages of an established, well-managed practice with opportunities for personal and professional growth. While experience in the veterinary field is preferred, motivated individuals willing to learn are encouraged to apply. The position emphasizes work-life balance with 4-day work weeks and no nights, weekends, or major holidays. The clinic culture is supportive, celebrates individuality, and offers regular breaks and lunch periods.
Requirements
- Previous veterinary experience preferred, but motivated learners are welcome
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Positive, team-oriented attitude
- Confidence to own tasks and responsibilities to deliver positive outcomes
- Ability to anticipate team and patient needs
- Compassion for clients, patients, coworkers, and yourself
- Willingness to grow as a professional and support the growth of others
- Appreciation for puppy kisses and kitty headbutts
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the veterinary field
Responsibilities
- Greet clients and patients with warmth and professionalism
- Answer phones and schedule appointments efficiently
- Assist with client check-in and check-out
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients and team members
- Maintain accurate client and patient records
- Support the veterinary team and anticipate the needs of DVM staff
- Help keep the front desk organized and running smoothly
- Contribute to efficient hospital workflow and exceptional client care
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition support
- Referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Supplemental insurance options
- Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
- Generous PTO
- Employee discounts
- Quarterly team bonuses
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
- Flexible approach to compensation
- Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Mentoring and support for all team members
- Flexibility with scheduling
- Regular breaks and scheduling that support self-care
- Meaningful work helping pets and their families every day
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
