Veterinary Receptionist - job 1 of 8

Animal Medical Center located in Brookhaven, Mississippi is here for the needs of your small and large animals. Our hospital strives to combine our knowledge of animal medicine with our experience and state-of-the-art quality care. Our doctors and staff pride themselves on taking the greatest possible care of your pet or farm animal. Animal Medical Center’s goal is to continually surpass your animal care expectations, while providing compassionate treatment for your pet.

Our practice is considered a mixed animal practice, as we primarily work with companion animals, but also work with local farm and other large animals. Our experienced team consists of three full-time veterinarians, three certified veterinary technicians, four animal caretakers and three receptionists, all ready to assist you and your pet.

In addition to our hospital, many people board their pets while traveling. Animal Medical Center is pleased offer The Pet Resort, a climate controlled boarding facility, which keeps pets cozy in the winter and cool during the hot Mississippi summers! Express checkout is available for your convenience on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. We also offer VIP (Very Important Pet) Suites which have television to entertain your pet while you are away. While in our care, your pet is looked after by one of our animal caretakers and supervised by our veterinarians. If your pet needs anything at all, a member of our team is a bark or meow away!

"Temporary Position with Potential for Permanent Full-Time Employment

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Maintain the visual appeal or the hospital reception area, greet and welcome clients and patients, answer questions and triage client concerns, answer calls or emails and direct to the appropriate party for resolution, schedule appointments to maximize efficiency and daily flow, check in and check out clients and process payments. Our receptionists offer friendly emotional support in a compassionate and discreet manner during times of need to our clients and must be comfortable with various medical outcomes.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

We’re looking for:

• Experienced Receptionist with a minimum of 1-year veterinary experience preferred
• Compassionate, Calm, Team Player, Multi-Tasker and Strong Communicator
• Highly organized and possess computer skills
• Self-starter with the desire to continue to advance your knowledge and skillset.

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA) 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees 
• Paid Bereavement Program 
• Paid Parental Leave Program  
• Competitive Compensation  
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program 
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster 
• Career Development Opportunities 
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions! 
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc) 
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. 

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.